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Dog: The Definitive Guide for Dog Owners by Fogle, Bruce
by Fogle, Bruce | PB | VeryGood
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- Condition
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- Seller Notes
- Binding
- Paperback
- Weight
- 2 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
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- ISBN
- 1554077001
- Book Title
- Dog : the Definitive Guide for Dog Owners
- Item Length
- 10.2 in
- Publisher
- Firefly Books, The Limited
- Publication Year
- 2010
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Genre
- Nature, Pets
- Topic
- Dogs / Breeds, Dogs / General, Animals / General
- Item Width
- 7 in
- Item Weight
- 0 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 384 Pages
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A famous vet's complete guide to dogs and their behavior. This handsome book celebrates the close and complex relationship between humans and dogs, and it examines dogs in the contexts of behavior, anthropology, history, literature and genetics. Dog reveals the essential nature of the human-dog relationship and gives insight into how that relationship has changed and what its future holds. Topics include: The ancestry of the modern dog Dog breed classifications The modern dog owner The modern dog The development of a dog from puppyhood into old age Living with dogs Feeding, training and caring for a dog Health and welfare Coping with the loss of a beloved pet Dr. Bruce Fogle provides expert advice and thoughtful essays based on his years of experience as a veterinarian, highlighted with personal anecdotes and more than 600 beautiful color photographs. Illustrated how-to spreads focus on practical topics related to dog care and training. Beautifully presented, compassionate and full of useful information, Dog can be the book that dog owners will turn to throughout their pets' lives.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Firefly Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
1554077001
ISBN-13
9781554077007
eBay Product ID (ePID)
102979788
Product Key Features
Book Title
Dog : the Definitive Guide for Dog Owners
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Dogs / Breeds, Dogs / General, Animals / General
Publication Year
2010
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature, Pets
Number of Pages
384 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
10.2 in
Item Width
7 in
Item Weight
0 Oz
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Reviews
Bruce, a veterinarian, gives us a very personal look at the emotional human-canine bonding experience. He takes the mystery out of this complex relationship. The title says it all. Dog is the book that tells people everything they need to know about their canine companions - plus it includes lots of helpful photographs., (starred review) Fogle may have produced the single best dog book of the decade. Written in a conversational tone...and full of personal anecdotes drawn from Fogle's veterinary practice as well as about his own dogs, this is not only a reference resource but also a book any dog lover would happily read cover-to-cover. Introductory chapters on the evolution of dogs, dog breeds, and...physical characteristics lead into...how dogs and humans form a pack, understanding each stage of a dog's life, and the most appropriate ways to train a dog at each stage. The chapter on how to choose a dog... is particularly insightful. The physical and behavioral changes during each stage of a dog's life and how an owner should respond to these changes culminates in a final chapter on the dignified end of life. From the cover shot of a noble Chesapeake Bay retriever to the back cover portrait of Fogle playing with a pup, the photographs and drawings further illustrate the message Fogle would like to leave us with, that dogs are our faithful companions, and we owe it to them to be their best friends., [starred] An easy-to-read, attractive, indispensable guide for the novice and veteran dog owner alike... Dog-loving patrons will want this one., The title says it all. Dog...tells people everything they need to know about their canine companions., More than merely an owner's manual, this comprehensive guide is an enjoyable, educational and enlightening romp through all things canine. If your own tail doesn't wag with delight at the rundowns on dog history, relationships between dogs and humans, and how to feed, train and care for dogs as pets, not to mention the 600-plus adorable color photos, well, you must be a cat person., [starred review] The subtitle says it all.... Fogle has the well-deserved reputation of being the world's best-selling practicing veterinarian. He merges current scientific research with his clinical experience, unabashed love of dogs, and delightful sense of humor into an easy-to-read, attractive, indispensable guide for the novice and veteran dog owner alike...Dog-loving patrons will want this one., [starred review] Fogle may have produced the single best dog book of the decade... This is not only a reference resource but also a book any dog lover would happily read cover-to-cover... From the cover shot of a noble Chesapeake Bay retriever to the back cover portrait of Fogle playing with a pup, the photographs and drawings further illustrate the message Fogle would like to leave us with, that dogs are our faithful companions, and we owe it to them to be their best friends., Dog: The Definitive Guide for Dog Owners, by veterinarian Bruce Fogle, is indeed "definitive." This substantial tome makes an excellent present for someone who's about to adopt a dog. With a clear, friendly writing style, hundreds of colour photos and helpful sidebars, it will guide you through your dog's life., A comprehensive guide to man's best friend, it covers the evolution of dogs, modern dog breeds, how to choose a puppy and feed, train and care for it throughout its life. There's also a sensitively written chapter on how to cope when that beloved dog dies. Dog is a celebration of all things dog, written with authority and a good sense of humour, and illustrated with hundreds of great dog photos.... This is a useful manual for every stage of your pet's life, whether you're thinking about getting a puppy or you already have a dog in your life., A comprehensive guide to man's best friend, it covers the evolution of dogs, modern dog breeds, how to choose a puppy and feed, train and care for it throughout its life. There's also a sensitively written chapter on how to cope when that beloved dog dies. Dog is a celebration of all things dog, written with authority and a good sense of humour, and illustrated with hundreds of great dog photos. This is a useful manual for every stage of your pet's life, whether you're thinking about getting a puppy or you already have a dog in your life., With a clear, friendly writing style, hundreds of colour photos and helpful sidebars, it will guide you through your dog's life., A must-have book for any dog owner, whether they're long-time breeders and show enthusiasts of families purchasing their first puppy., I would call this a must-have book for any dog owner, whether they're long-time breeders and show enthusiasts of families purchasing their first puppy. Fogle writes from his heart, often drawing on personal experiences, and his prose is both entertaining and informative., This handsome book celebrates the close and complex relationship between humans and dogs and it examines dogs in the contexts of behavior anthropology history literature and genetics. Dog reveals the essential nature of the human-dog relationship and gives insight into how that relationship has changed and what its future holds. Dr. Bruce Fogle provides expert advice and thoughtful essays based on his experience as a veterinarian, highlighted with personal anecdotes and more than 600 beautiful color photographs. Illustrated how-to spreads focus on dog care and training., Dr. Bruce Fogle provides expert advice...highlighted with personal anecdotes and more than 600 beautiful color photographs.
Table of Content
Contents Introduction How Dogs became Dogs How Dogs are Classified Modern Dog Breeds What makes a Modern Dog Puppies in the Family Pack Our Relationship with Dogs Choosing a New Dog Canine Infancy Canine Puppyhood Canine Adolescence Adulthood The Older Dog A Dignified End Index Acknowledgements
Copyright Date
2010
Target Audience
Trade
Dewey Decimal
636.7/0887
Dewey Edition
22
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