The Complete Dog Book: A Comprehensive, Practical Care and Training Manual and a Definitive Encyclopedia of World Breeds (Hardcover)

by Peter Larkin (Author), Mike Stockman (Author), John Daniels (Photographer)

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Product Description
The Complete Dog Book combines information o n dog care, including bedding, equipment, safety in the home , feeding and grooming in addition to a comprehensive visual encyclopedia of pedigree dog breeds from around the world. '

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Lorenz Books (September 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1859673260
• ISBN-13: 978-1859673263
• Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,353,767 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars nice pictures and entertaining descriptions, March 11, 2000

By	a reader (Seattle) - See all my reviews

This book is large and describes a wide range of breeds. Its descriptions of the temperments and history of the breeds is entertaining and helpful. The book however is written in British English and its focus is on breeds that the British enjoy and are familiar with.

8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Joyous Romp with your Favorite Fido, July 22, 1998

By A Customer

Larkin's book will bring out the dog lover in even the hardest of hearts: the lovable snub-nosed Pug, the jolly grinning Samoyed, and the gentle brown-eyed German Shepherd are among the many friendly faces you'll encounter in this full-color guide to dogs. A section is devoted to each breed recognized by the British and American Kennel Clubs, and all the dogs are wonderfully photographed. Dr. Larkin's summaries of the various breeds are simple and truthful, if a bit brief. Though one should not consult this book alone when choosing to participate in complicated doggy matters such as breeding, grooming, or canine health, it makes a wonderful general reference for those with a love of canines.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the nicest dog books I read, December 7, 2002

By	"xorxo4" (Philippines) - See all my reviews

I don't own this book, it's just in the library, but I instantly became addicted to it. The pictures are beautiful and colorful, and the info is accurate. I love the book that I can't hold it if somebody else gets the book! I make it a habit to get the book first. Too bad the book was sort of ruined by kids and the librarians won't let anybody read it because they are fixing it. I am still waiting for the book to be fixed!