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The dog encyclopedia  Cover Image Book Book

The dog encyclopedia / contributors, Ann Baggaley, Katie John.

Baggaley, Ann, (author.). John, Katie, (author.).

Summary:

"Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this brilliant book about dogs puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture, as famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. The catalog introduces more than 400 dog breeds arranged in traditional categories, including primitive and working dogs, companion dogs, and scent hounds. Every entry includes glorious photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing the individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780744073706 (hardcover)
  • Physical Description: 360 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 29 cm
  • Edition: Second edition, New edition.
  • Publisher: New York : DK Publishing, 2023.

Content descriptions

General Note:
"The definitive visual guide"--Cover.
Includes index.
Previous edition published 2013.
Subject: Dog breeds > Encyclopedias.
Dogs > Encyclopedias.
Genre: Encyclopedias.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Lakeshore Branch 636.7003 Bag 2023 31681010428910 NONFIC Available -

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