Bibliograph

The new encyclopedia of the dog, Bruce Fogle ; photography by Tracy Morgan

Type

Label

The new encyclopedia of the dog, Bruce Fogle ; photography by Tracy Morgan

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The new encyclopedia of the dog

Nature of contents

encyclopedias

Oclc number

43615283

Responsibility statement

Bruce Fogle ; photography by Tracy Morgan

Summary

Presents a photographic guide to more than four hundred dog breeds, a history of dogs, an explanation of canine behavior, and advice on choosing the right type of dog

Table Of Contents

Development of the dog: Evolution of the dog -- Distant relatives -- Close relatives -- Dogs and humans: First domestic dogs -- Dogs in folklore and religion -- Dogs in art -- Canine collectibles -- Dogs in literature -- Dogs on film -- Dogs in sports -- Dogs in the service of humans -- Dogs as companions -- Canine design: Skeleton -- Brain and senses -- Nerves, muscles and movement -- Heart and lungs -- Gastrointestinal system -- Urinary and reproductive systems -- Skin and coat -- Biofeedback -- Language of dogs -- Courtship, mating, and birth -- Growing up -- Pack -- Aggression and affection -- Commincation -- Domestic dog breeds: Introduction to breed types -- Primitive dogs -- Sighthounds -- Spitz-type dogs -- Scenthounds -- Gundogs -- Terriers -- Livestock and guarding dogs -- Companion dogs -- Random-bred dogs -- Caring for your dog: Choosing a dog -- Essential equipment -- Health and safety -- Feeding and nutrition -- Grooming -- Traveling and boarding -- Behavioral problems -- Glossary -- Index -- Acknowledgments

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