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The Canadian Inuit Dog: Canada's Heritage (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Geneviève Montcombroux (Author)
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March 20, 2002
This is the sole book devoted to a unique Arctic breed, the Inuit sled dog, its place in the traditional life of the Northern people, its future, and its role in Polar exploration. The book comprises detailed descriptions of its physique, temperament as well as a nutrition guide. Also documented is how this beautiful dog, indigenous to Canada, has survived for thousands of years in the harshest of climates, and yet was very nearly extinct a mere twenty years ago.
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About the Author

Genevive Montcombroux was born and raised in France. While studying at Oxford, UK, she met her English husband. They settled in Canada. She began writing very early in life and has been published both in English and French in the romance genre, non fiction and children's books. She is a regular contributor to Dogs in Canada, an international magazine, and other canine magazines. Her short stories and poetry can be found in various collections. Needless to say her major interest is centered around sled dogs. Ballet is also a consuming interest and she was also a teacher of dance for many years. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 229 pages
  • Publisher: Whippoorwill Pr; 2nd edition (March 20, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0968167527
  • ISBN-13: 978-0968167526
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,522,801 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Genevieve Montcombroux

Born and raised in France, I wrote my first novel at age twelve. In order to get it published, I founded a newspaper for the lycée I attended. It was an instant success, even after the profs read it and allowed it. I sold my first short romance at sixteen to support my meagerly paid budding dancing career. Later I went on to writing novellas and short stories, always romance.

Emigrating to the Canadian Arctic and learning about the Inuit dogs was a dream that came true after I married her own hero and had two children. I have written a score of books in French from children's fiction to romances and in English, romances - Trails of the Heart (a reprint of Northern Lights) as well as non-fiction books - The Canadian Inuit Dog: Canada's Heritage; Improve Your Romance Writing - not to mention numerous articles including a column and feature articles for Dogs in Canada over the period of a decade. My work has appeared in an Anthology of French poets, and in several French short stories anthologies.

For a while, I also delved into erotica writing with A Brush with Passion; and Dance of Desire; written as Cassandra Colt, published by Genesis Bokks.

I was also interested in writing scripts, maybe with a view of becoming the writer of the next blockbuster film (have a giggle). My Romance Story, graphic novels online, published Collision Course and Wanted Man written as Michelle Vawn.

Since then, I have been reassessing what I really want to write, and I am again working on novels, which of course will include some romantic elements.
My passion for the North and sled dogs is drawing me to write about it. Also, I am thinking about a new series which would mesh with my other passion, dollmaking and a world of fantasy. So many ideas...

I live with my husband and eighteen Inuit Sled dogs in a pristine area of the Interlake region of Manitoba in Canada.

 

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inuit Canine Guardian, September 15, 2002
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This immensely informative narrative is beautifully written, full of fascinating facts and unique anecdotes of personal experience as well as astute observations. The author presents a "caring candor" when presenting this breed which should secure it from mismanagement and misplacement in unsuitable homes and situations. Many photos, remote and recent. A true Guardian of the Canadian Inuit Canine!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Canadian Inuit Dog, July 14, 2002
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The previous reviews for this title refer to the first edition. I found that the shortcomings with the non-captioned illustrations and photos have been corrected in the 2nd edition and the number of photos has been increased considerably. The «fat opinions» about who should own this breed remain but they are there for a reason. The Inuit Sled Dog International, the breed association co-founded by the author, has on more than one occasion had to rescue dogs from people who were led to believe that Inuit Dogs make great suburban family pets. Canadian Inuit Dogs are magnificent animals - loyal, hardworking and intelligent - but they are sled dogs and pack orientated. The author has produced the only book that details the history, physical attributes, temperament and management of this unique breed. A worthwhile read for anyone remotely interested in dogs, in cultural history, polar exploration or animal nutrition.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book, September 23, 2004
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This is a great read, and I loved it. I do agree with the author on who should own the Inuit Dog and who should not. The showing people have wrecked entire breeds of sled dogs, and I don't want to see that happen to this breed. My own Inuit Dog would have been put to sleep if she was sold to someone who didn't need a good sled dog, but just wanted a pet. This book helped me understand some of Kallie's odd quirks that my other Alaskan Huskies don't have. This is a very informative read and I would suggest it to anyone that owns or is interested in Inuit Dogs, and anyone interested in the Arctic region, and the Inuit people.
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