The Howell Book of Dogs: The Definitive Reference to 300 Breeds and Varieties (Hardcover)

by Liz Palika (Author)
Key Phrases: grooming your dog, responsible dog ownership, fecal analysis, The Howell Bool, German Shepherd Dog, Australian Shepherd (more...)

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Product Description
The Howell Book of Dogs is a hardcover, four-color book that will serve as a timeless and authoritative reference for dog owners and those who are considering getting a dog. Approximately 300 breeds and varieties are covered, encompassing AKC breeds, UKC breeds, and many rare breeds, such as the Eurasier, Jagd Terrier, Mi Ki, and Thai Ridgeback. One or more color photos of each breed will supplement text that describes the breed’s origins, physical characteristics, and personality traits. In addition, the book includes an informative section about dog care and training, making it the only reference book dog owners will ever need.

From the Back Cover
This comprehensive resource profiles approximately 300 dog breeds and varieties, describing their origins, physical characteristics, and personality traits. Authoritative yet easy to understand, The Howell Book of Dogs:

• Covers AKC breeds, UKC breeds, and rare breeds

• Includes designer dogs such as Labradoodles and Puggles

• Features a color photo of each breed

• Contains detailed, breed-specific information on grooming and exercise requirements, common health concerns, average life span, and more

Complete with up-to-date information on dog care and training, this is the ideal reference for dog owners and prospective dog owners.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 403 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House (August 27, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470009217
• ISBN-13: 978-0470009215
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #228,308 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great dog breed book!, September 1, 2007

By	J. Chin "talismanhounds" (San Francisco, Ca) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It's wonderful to see such a complete and well illustrated full color book on dog breeds . In addition to the normally included Labradors and Yorkies, this book covers some of the rarest breeds like Thai Ridgbacks, Silken Windhounds, and the Chart Polski. Very impressive!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great dog breed and training book, August 26, 2007

By	T. Albert "Terry Albert" (Poway, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Liz Palika's new book really gives you the best of her years of experience as a dog trainer and writer. Her up-close-and personal experience with so many breeds translates into an informative and interesting book. The photography and layout are beautiful, and many rare and non-AKC breeds are discussed. Even designer dogs- purposely mixed breeds- get a nod. You'll spend hours enjoying this book.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Mis information, April 18, 2008

By	Lorie Abbott (Northern California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The photos in this book for the most part to depict the average breed of each dog. The book does include several mixed breeds and designer breeds. The captions of the breed's general characteristics are highly inaccurate. Example the Greyhound is described as easy to train but difficult to motivate. As a professional trainer my experience has been that dogs who are difficult to motivate are not easy to train. The activity levels on several breeds are inaccurate, ie. the Havanese. Average life span on most breeds is incorrect.