HANDBOOK OF DOGS

Product Description

Author - Alderton - Publisher - Dorling Kindersley

Authoritative text crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Dogs the most comprehensive and concise recognition guide to dogs of the world. Packed with more than 1000 full-colour photographs of over 300 breeds it is designed to cut through the complex process of identification to enable you to recognize a breed quickly and easily.

Each breed entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the dog's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. Fur "swatches" give a unique indication of coat colours while colour-coded bands provide at-a-glance facts for quick reference. 304 pages trace the evolution of the domestic dog explaining the difference between pedigrees and non-pedigrees, looking at how breeds are classified and examining their characteristics in detail. It also gives tips on choosing dogs and exhibiting them successfully.