The Official Book of the Dalmatian: Akc Rank 15 (Hardcover)

~ Dalmatian Club of America Staff (Author) "The exact origin of the Dalmatian is not known..." (more)
Key Phrases: Best of Breed, American Kennel Club, Dalmatian Club of America (more...)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 450 pages
• Publisher: TFH Publications (November 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0793820812
• ISBN-13: 978-0793820818
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.1 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #670,732 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous, exhaustive, must-have guide to Dalmatians!, June 23, 1998

By A Customer

This book is worth every penny--and much more! The authors have put together an excellent reference on every topic pertaining to Dalmatians: important kennels and breeders organized by era; health peculiarities of the Dalmatian; showing (including tracking, road trials, obedience, agility and conformation); the history of the Dalmatian Club of America; how to choose a puppy (and whether a Dalmatian is right for you)--and all beautifully and lavishly illustrated with color photographs. This is a definitive guide to the breed.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete & accurate, July 29, 2004

By	sundog "sundog" (USA) - See all my reviews

This is a great book written by experts who have been involved with the breed for decades. This book was a project by the Dalmatian Club of America (DCA), which has been the breed's AKC national parent club since 1905. No stone was left unturned when covering the true nature and essence of the Dalmatian. The book is a large, attractive volume that covers every topic you can think of related to Dals. The book was written in the late '90s & the DCA staff went to great lenghts to get first-hand scientific research rather than just relaying old, outdated thoughts. Absolutely the best book available for all people who love Dalmatians!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A library treasure and a "must have" to own a dalmation!, December 13, 1999

By	Marian Cross (California, USA) - See all my reviews

The book is reasonably comprehensive. The authors have included the dalmation's history, a detail analysis and drawings of judging criteria, and a wonderful section on the animal's nature and traits. Whether you would like to have a friend just to run with, or to own a show dog, this book with it's plentiful color photographs and illustrations is a "must"!