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Dogs: The Ultimate Dictionary of Over 1,000 Dog Breeds [Hardcover]

Desmond Morris (Author)

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Hardcover: 752 pages
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Publishing; Reprint edition (Feb 2002)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1570762198
ISBN-13: 978-1570762192
Product Dimensions: 24.1 x 16.8 x 4.4 cm
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 976,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Comprehensive -- and Accurate -- Dictionary 10 May 2003

By Tamara Taylor - Published on Amazon.com

Format:Hardcover

Dog breed books must be a big seller -- look at all of them that are published. Rare breeds are particularly of interest to people who are looking for alternatives to what they feel are "overbred" commonly seen registered breeds. However, articles and information on such breeds are usually limited to personal accounts and sometimes questionable histories.

Desmond Morris does what no other encyclopedia or atlas of dogs has done. He has managed to give accurate accounts of some very rare dog breeds. Admirably, with recognized breeds, he has not fallen into the trap of relying on any one western/European dog club's or individual's perceptions. For example, in the case of Turkish native dog breeds he has found and cited credible Turkish sources. No small task!

The format of the book is something else I appreciate - it isn't oversized, probably because it has not included photos of the breeds (it does have line drawings).

If I had but one wish for this book - it would be to somehow include photos. But then the very reasonable price would have to be increased -- along with its current 752 pages!

An excellent read for people looking for information without a bias done by a world-renowned writer.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Breeds Ever 3 May 2006

A Kid's Review - Published on Amazon.com

Format:Hardcover

I love this book! It has PERFECTLY CORRECT information, and has over 3,000 breeds! From this book I figured out that my dog-what I thought was a plain mutt, then a 'miniature German shepherd dog', then a shepherd/Kelpie mix. Now I really know what my dog is: a Plains-Indian dog. This book has lots of sections, including Sighthounds (ex. Large Portuguese Podengo), Scenthounds, (ex. Limer) Short-legged Scenthounds, (ex. Kibble Hound) Flushing dogs (Russian Spaniel), Earth dogs (Shropshire terrier), Treeing dogs (American Blue Gascon Hound), Setting dogs (Llanidloes setter), Pointing dogs (German broken-coated pointer), Decoy dogs (Tumbler), Retrieving dogs (English Water Spaniel), General hunting dogs (Medelan), Fighting dogs (Cordoba Dog), Livestock guards (Dalbo dog), Sheepherders (Marled Collie), cattle herders (Smithfield Collie), deer herders (Cockhill's Finnish lapphund), llama herders (Inca dog), fish herders Fugian dog), household companion dogs (White Collie), household working dogs (Water Drawer), edible dogs (Izcuintlipotzolti) , hair dogs (Naga dog), property guards (Lyme mastiff), barge dogs (Keeshond), rescue dogs (St. Bernard), sled dogs (Aurora Husky), travois dogs (Plains-Indian dog), cart dogs (Belgian mastiff), carriage dogs (Dalmatian), truffle dogs (Truffle dog), wolf/dog hybrids (American Tundra Shepherd), feral dogs (Mongrel), obscure dogs (Sheltie-poo), and wild dogs (Golden Jackal). I give this book a five!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Desmond Morris delivers 11 Jan 2008

By Dr. M - Published on Amazon.com

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I read my first Desmond Morris book- well- many years ago- "The Naked Ape".
The author has a way of making scientific research palatable and accessible.
When I discovered he had written this book that fit so well with being a dog enthusiast, I was thrilled!
This book is an accomplishment: scientific, well-researched and as unbiased as it could possibly be.
No where else have I found a breed book as thorough and accurate.
Not just a breed book spewing kennel club standards and hype, his sources are diverse and reflect realistic descriptions.
Excellent reference- every dog enthusiast should read it.
I read it cover- to- cover and share with my friends.
One friend was surprised to learn Sharpei's were fighting dogs!

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