Dalmatian (Kennel Club Dog Breed Series) (Hardcover)

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Perhaps the world’s most distinct-looking and recognizable breed, the Dalmatian is prized for much more than his spots. From coach dog to firehouse mascot to movie star, the dynamic Dalmatian does it all! He is a high-energy playmate, an intuitive friend and everything in between to his owners, who prize him for his versatility, intelligence and sporting ways.

This colorful introductory guide provides a concise account of the breed’s history, as well as discussions of breed characteristics and standard, puppy selection and care, feeding, housebreaking and training, preventative health care and showing. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Dalmatian from puppyhood to the senior years.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 158 pages
• Publisher: Kennel Club Books; illustrated edition edition (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159378225X
• ISBN-13: 978-1593782252
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 6.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,817,280 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Finally!, January 15, 2007

By	K. Jones (Diamond Bar, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

At last! A Dalmatian book that doesn't discourage you away from the breed! This book is up-front about the medical concerns that Dalmatians may encounter- such as their tendency to form urinary stones, but the author also gives advice on how to avoid that problem.
If you already own a Dalmatian or are already familiar with the breed, this book would probably just seem monatonous. However, if your're new to the breed and are looking for a good introductory book- you've found it!