The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Dogs, Dog Breeds and Dog Care (Hardcover)

by Peter Larkin (Author)

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Product Description
This definitive encyclopedia is a comprehensive visual guide to more than 180 breeds from all over the world. Everything you need to know about dogs, from choosing a breed to grooming, feeding and exercise is described in full detail, and there is a step-by-step guidance through basic first aid and training. Descriptions of each dog's temperament will help you choose the right dog for you and your family.

About the Author
Dr Peter Larkin, MRCVS qualified as a veterinary surgeon from the Royal Veterinary College, London, in 1953, and was later awarded the degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine by thesis from the University of Berne. He has also been the veterinary correspondent to Our Dogs magazine. Peter has judged dogs all over the world. He is a member of the Kennel Club, serving on its Scientific Committee, is Chairman of the Bull Terrier Club and Vice-President of Southern Countries (UK) Canine Association. Mike Stockman, MRCVS, qualified as a veterinary surgeon in 1949 and has been actively involved with dogs all his life. He has served as President of the British Veterinary Association and as Chairman of the Crufts organising subcommittee. Now retired from general practice, Mike judges dogs at the highest levels of competition both at home and abroad. He contributes regularly to veterinary journals and has been a BBC television commentator at Crufts.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Lorenz Books (June 25, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0754811867
• ISBN-13: 978-0754811862
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 9.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #781,900 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent source for all dog lovers., January 18, 2002

By	A. Reum (Montana, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Ultimate Encyclopedia of Dogs, Dog Breeds, And Dog Care (Paperback)

This is a very friendly book. It is bound very nicely and has an attractive cover with bright illustrations. It is large and would serve well as a "coffee table" book. The reading is easy and provides just enough information on each breed.

The first section of the book is alive with pictures of various dogs and instructions from puppy care on through the life of a dog. It is well suited for a beginning dog owner due to its thoroughness and explanations of care. It is also a good selection to help you determine which breed is right for you.

In contrast to other dog books we have seen, this one offers several photographs of most breeds. This is important. That cute puppy may grow to be one ugly dog.

Overall, this is a very nice book that has proven itself to be informative and entertaining. Most of all, our kids love it!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Ultimate Dog Encyclopedia, April 17, 2003

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Ultimate Encyclopedia of Dogs, Dog Breeds, And Dog Care (Paperback)

This is a great book! There are great pictures of each breed, and a good amount of information, including size, grooming, exercise, etc. There are all kinds of breeds, including rare ones, and plenty info on dog care. The authors could have included more info on each breed though, and some of the pictures for each breed are sideways, so you have no idea what the face of the dog looks like. On one breed, they give you false information. The Eskimo Dog (according to the book) is a different name for the American Eskimo Dog. The book says the Eskie is a large dog weighing 59-104 lbs. and standing 20-27 in at the withers, and it can be any known dog color. The Eskie is actually a small dog that comes in white or biscuit cream only and in three sizes (toy,mini,standard) 9-19 in at the withers and 6-40 lbs. That is the only mistake I have seen in the book, though. Overall, this book is very informative and definetly worth the cost!

9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars CAREFUL - DANGEROUS INFO, September 2, 2003

By	K. E. Guenther "kDreamer" (Colorado) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Another book by the same writer "The essential Dog Book" has under "Feeding Requirements" the following statement. "Very nearly every dog loves chocolate". While true it doesn't go on to say that chocolate is DANGEROUS for dogs. I just called my vet and confirmed it. NEVER feed chocolate to your dog or cat no matter how much they like it. I cannot recomend any book by a writer that has such a dangerous error in it. It makes me wonder how well they researched and checked the rest of it. I don't know if this book also has this error in it.