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Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth: The Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli & Peruvian Inca Orchid [Hardcover]

Kelly Rhae (Author), Amy Fernandez (Author)
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096721601X 978-0967216010 June 1, 1999 First Edition
Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth [The Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli & Peruvian Inca Orchid] is the first-ever breed book of its kind that provides information about all modern day hairless dogs (including the American Hairless Terrier). There is also a chapter devoted to other hairless animals, such as the Sphynx cat, naked mole rat & hairless cow.

The Naked Truth is the definitive guide to the care, breeding, and history of hairless dogs. Well researched and meticulously documented, this book will once and for all put to rest the many myths & legends surrounding these curious canine companions. Archaeological evidence is presented tracing the history of hairless dogs from their ancient origins to their present day incarnations.

Full of fascinating details, this unique book provides an in depth look at the genetics of hairlessness (dominant & recessive), its perpetuation through selective breeding, and the development of the four officially recognized hairless breeds of today. Discussion of foundation kennels, pedigrees, breed standards and numerous rare, historical photographs make this book an indispensable reference for anyone with an interest in hairless dogs.

With the publication of Hairless Dogs The Naked Truth, the authors hope to fill a growing need for factual information on hairless dogs and dispel the myths surrounding them. To that end, the scope of the book has been purposely limited to information that has been carefully researched and verified. As a result, the authors are proud to present the most comprehensive exploration of hairless dog ancient and modern history ever written.

For any prospective show or pet owner contemplating life with a hairless dog, or the seasoned professional currently owned by one (or many, as the case may be). If you have an interest in hairless dogs, their history, genetics, conformation and so on, you'll want to know The Naked Truth!!



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"...0if you are interested in owning, showing or breeding hairless breeds, this book is a 'must read'. -- Suzanne Hively, The Plain Dealer, July 27, 1999

Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth by Fernandez and Rhae is a unique and erudite publication with the world of canine literature. -- James G. Reynolds, All-Breed Judge, Dogs In Canada magazine, January 2000

While the title certainly teases you, whats inside is an absorbing portrait framed in a densely packed narrative of three of the worlds most distinctive-looking breeds. -- Ranny Green, The Seattle Times, June 27, 1999

About the Author

Both authors, Amy Fernandez and Kelly Rhae have owned Chinese Cresteds for many years. They have done work on several Judges Seminars for hairless dogs, and have attended National Specialties for both Cresteds and Xolos for many years. Both are board members of the Xoloitzcuintli Club of America (XCA), one being Editor, the other contributing Editor for the Xolo News. They are both members of the American Chinese Crested Club (ACCC) and Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA). In her spare time, Kelly Rhae volunteers as webmaster for both the XCA and ACCC official club websites.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 276 pages
  • Publisher: Kelly Rhae; First Edition edition (June 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 096721601X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0967216010
  • Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #799,602 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars For owners of bald dogs, THIS is the book to have!, June 7, 2000
This review is from: Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth: The Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli & Peruvian Inca Orchid (Hardcover)
A friend loaned this to me, and I decided I had to have the book myself. The authors have compiled an extraordinary encyclopedia on hairless dogs -- from antiquity to the present -- with no effort spared to find every possible reference or archive photo. It's so well done, and for the breeder or the lucky owner of a Chinese Crested (or Mexican Hairless or Xoloxcuinti), this book is indispensible. Some fun facts: the Chinese apparently used to call them "healing dogs", because the were so useful as hot water bottles for arthritic or bedridden patients. And indigenous homes of South and Central American Indians often had 30 or more hairless dogs in the house. (Without hair, they were much better adapted to a hot/tropical environment with a high flea and tick population.) Oh, another interesting fact is that of the 2,000 or so dog breeds that have existed, only some 400 are extant today. Many of them have been eaten -- and in fact, the Chinese Crested has very often been served on the dinner table in times of famine. There's even a picture of a Chinese man on a bicycle, hauling a pile of dead Cresteds... A fascinating book with many illustrations, including some excellent color photos. Highly Recommended.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A must-read for all dog lovers!, December 28, 2000
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This review is from: Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth: The Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli & Peruvian Inca Orchid (Hardcover)
This book shows an incredible amount of scholarship, a wealth of photographs and a writing style that will appeal to anyone from the novice dog-owner to the expert breeder. The section on genetics will be of special interest to all and the photographs both illustrate the authors' points and provide amazing appeal.

Buy it! Read it! Read it again!

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book for Beginners to long time Breeders, April 29, 2000
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This review is from: Hairless Dogs - The Naked Truth: The Chinese Crested, Xoloitzcuintli & Peruvian Inca Orchid (Hardcover)
This book is a wealth of information for the new hairless dog owner or if you have had dogs for years. The research was thorough and complete, listing all varieties of hairless dogs along with a few other hairless animals, including the Sphynx Cat. If you are thinking of getting a hairless breed or already own one, this is the only book you'll need!
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