The Dog Breed Bible: Descriptions and Photos of Every Breed Recognized by the AKC | 
 enlarge | Author: D. Caroline Coile Ph.d.
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 9623
Media: Spiral-bound
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 176
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 9.5 x 7.4 x 0.9
ISBN: 0764160001
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.71
EAN: 9780764160004
ASIN: 0764160001
Publication Date: April 1, 2007
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Product Description
This heavily illustrated directory describes every canine breed recognized by the AKC. It includes recently recognized breeds, such as the Norwegian Buhund, the Pyrenean Shepherd, and the Swedish Vallhund. A succinct description of each dog cites its origins, its physical and temperamental traits, its average life span, all major health concerns, and its special needs, such as training, grooming, exercise, and adaptability to specific environments. A color photo shows an example of each breed in its show pose and an adjoining photo provides a detailed head shot. Written by an expert on dog breeds, this spiral-bound book packs a wealth of information in a manageable size. It will serve as a handy guide for prospective dog purchasers, as well as trainers and breeders. Attractive and easy-to-use charts summarize the ease of care for each breed.
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 Reference Excellence About Dogs July 27, 2008
We have been doing dog breeds reserach, and this book just have it all. Use it, is easy and complete.
 Great photos and lots of dog breeds covered June 13, 2008
I like that this book is easy to breeze through. Each dog breed is listed on a separate, glossy page and the book is set up with a spiral binder. It's better than other dog breed books in being aimed at the consumer who just wants to pick out a breed to buy, not to show. I thought it could go even further in its info about the positives and negatives of each breed as a family pet, for instance, known to bark a lot or being too active for the average suburban household. It briefly touches on these issues. Also, more info on the grooming needs would be good. It says how often to groom but doesn't explain fully if they mean take it to a groomer or do it yourself, and how much this would cost. Some of the possible diseases that each breed can be susceptible to are listed, but no info is given on the illnesses (fatal? possible cures? how often does it occur?). It does show lots of breeds, so that's nice.
THE DOG BREED BIBLE April 2, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
THIS IS AN EXCELLENT BOOK, ONE THAT I SELECTED TO BE AN INTERGAL PART OF MY SOON TO PUBLISHED WEB SITE "SELECTING YOUR PERFECT DOG, QUICKLY AND EASILY"
DON SCHULTZ
Very useful, concise, basic information March 11, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Sturdy, spiral bound features one breed per page and covers basic information on origin, temperament, upkeep and health. Each breed is rated from 1 to 5 on energy level, exercise requirements, playfulness, affection level, friendliness toward other pets, friendliness toward strangers, ease of training and grooming requirements. A color photo of the head and side view of each breed is included.
 Not Recommended November 5, 2007
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
I was disappointed with the limited breeds represented and the photographs of those selected. The photographs of several breeds are of selected dogs which do not, in my opinion, accurately represent the breed as a whole. I was not impressed.
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