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AKC COMPLETE DOG BOOK, 20TH EDITION
by American Kennel Club
New 20th Edition! Official publication of the American Kennel Club, newly revised and updated! All you need to know about choosing, living with and enjoying purebred dogs. Your best source for breed standards.
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CANINE BEHAVIOR - A PHOTO ILLUSTRATED HANDBOOK
by Barbara Handelman
Dogs have deliberate, subtle, and often humorous ways of expressing themselves. Canine Behavior - A Photo Illustrated Handbook includes 1,000 images of dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes. It was created for everyone interested in dogs—pet owners, trainers, veterinarians, ethologists, and behaviorists. Using the interdisciplinary language of photography, Barbara Handelman illustrates and explains canine behavior and communication. Her book establishes a common understanding and vocabulary for people interested in, and working with, dogs.
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DOGS OF AFRICA
by Sian Hall
If your interest lies in any of the African breeds, you'll want this fully illustrated reference. Maps illustrate where the dogs originated, and the author goes into the history, characteristics, temperament, similarities and dissimilarities of the various breeds.
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DOGS
by David Alderton
A visual guide to over 300 dog breeds from around the world. Sort of a "bird watcher's" dog book!
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DOGS. THE ULTIMATE DICTIONARY OF OVER 1000 DOG BREEDS
by Desmond Morris
From household pets to wild dogs, hunting hounds to sheep-herders, cattle-herders, even fish-herders, this comprehensive survey provides the history, qualities, and characteristics of each breed.
A superb reference for those needing the latest information on the growing population of dog breeds.
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ENCYCLOPEDIA OF DOG BREEDS
by D. Caroline Coile
New Edition! Profiles of approximately 150 breeds are arranged by AKC groups. Valuable information on traits, grooming, exercise, and nutrition needs, hundreds of color photos and black & white line drawings.
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SIGHT HOUNDS - THEIR HISTORY, MANAGEMENT AND CARE
by Juliette Cunliffe
Past and present of the Afghan Hound, Borzoi, Scottish Deerhound, Greyhound, Irish Wolfhound, Saluki and Whippet. Includes a comprehensive chapter on lurchers and longdogs and gives a brief insight into some of the less well-known sight hounds.
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SIMON & SCHUSTER GUIDE TO DOGS
by Elizabeth Schuler, ed.
A handy "bird-watcher's guide" to dogs. Includes many European breeds. Over 200 color illustrations of more than 300 dog breeds.
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THE DOG BREED BIBLE, SPIRAL
by D. Caroline Coile
Descriptions and photos of every breed recognized by the AKC, plus recommendations for training, grooming, exercise, and more.
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THE ORIGINAL DOG BIBLE - DEFINITIVE SOURCE FOR ALL THINGS DOG
by Kristin Mehus-Roe, Editor
The essential canine compendium - a complete and comprehensive view of dogs! The ultimate resource for new owners and seasoned breeders alike, packs a wealth of information into 9 sections and 30 pages of resources.
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