- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd; 2nd Revised edition edition (5 Oct 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0751304719
- ISBN-13: 978-0751304718
- Product Dimensions: 29.4 x 25 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 655,958 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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With detailed descriptions of more than 400 breeds and varieties of dog from around the world, an entertaining look at canines throughout history, and invaluable practical advice, this guide is a comprehensive exploration of the dog world. Specially-commissioned, full-colour photographs bring to life the variety of the canine community. In these pages, you will find not only familiar breeds such as the Labrador Retriever and Yorkshire Terrier, but also rarities such as the Corded Poodle and the Prazsky Krysavik (the world's smallest dog), as well as new breeds like the Labradoodle and the Cockerpoo. Each portrait is accompanied by an authoritative "biography" of the breed, including its place of origin, historical development, main physical features, and temperament. From how dogs evolved from wolves, through the story of their domestication by early humans, to their roles today as comforting friends, workers, and companions in sports, Bruce Fogle illuminates why dogs have achieved their place of honour in the human community. He traces the special position of canines in human history, as well as presenting essential practical information on selecting and caring for a dog. His thorough discussions of canine anatomy (enhanced with diagrams and photographs), behaviour, and psychology offer insights into dog's learning patterns, their "self-images", and their varied styles of communication.
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110 of 110 people found the following review helpful:
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The New Encyclopedia of the Dog,
This review is from: New Encyclopedia of the Dog (Hardcover)
We have kept a number of dog encycolpedias over the years, as well as a variety of breed specific titles, training or grooming guides. Looking for a new title on Amazon is a little frustrating, you cant flick through the pictures or browse the text to compare one option with another, it therefore was with a little pot luck we selected this title from the half a dozen or so choices.This is large book covering the main KC breeds, but also a number of less common breeds from around the globe, and a small selection of known crosses; some 400 in total. With the exception of a number of very rare species or extinct breeds, this book is very comprehensive and offers the family a chance to review less traditional dogs before choosing a pet. Breed information is limited to a half a page to two pages per breed, but include the key referance points you would need,size, temprement, common names, colouring, coat type etc. and a brief breed history. There are also at least 3 colour photographs of of each breed, all of good quality and apear to have been taken specifically for this title. Its a very "coffee table friendly book", large sized atractivly presented, full of beautiful photographs and clear text. The chapters break up sensibly with division into the main dog groups, but also placing the various breeds in a sensible (read none alphabetical) order, so that for example the 5 different types of American "Coon Hound" are in serise, or the various Mastif/large breeds all togeather for easier comparison. An index at the back is thankfully detailed and in traditional alphabetical order for quick referance. There are general chapters on dog history, health, training and care, again well presented. Overall this title was superior to the previous dog encycolpedias we have had in all aspects, an excellent referance guide, a good starting point for owners seeking a new breed, and also a nice item to just have around just to flick through.
37 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
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Well presented, detailed, colourful and informative!,
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This review is from: New Encyclopedia of the Dog (Hardcover)
Having kept an eye out for a 'good' book on dog breeds for quite some time I was delighted with the New Encyclopedia of the Dog by Bruce Fogle. It is full of useful information beginning with the evolution of the dog, moving through care and training and then onto the informative summaries of individual breeds each with good clear pictures just showing how beautiful dogs are. I never knew there were so many different varieties! This book is now a key reference book in our house to be used by all the family when trying to identify dogs.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
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If there is one book to get - make it this!,
This review is from: New Encyclopedia of the Dog (Hardcover)
I received my 'New Encyclopedia of the Dog' book yesterday, and so far, I have not been able to put it down! Its very informative and has several excellent shots of each breed in there. It even includes new breeds such as the 'Cockerpoo' and the 'Labradoodle'. This book is very informative and is perfect if you're undecided about which one is your perfect pooch! Definately a must have if you're even a smidgen of a dog lover!
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