Synopsis
A beautifully illustrated pocket-sized guide to over 130 breeds of dog.
This Collins Gem is being reissued in flexibinding, providing the durability of a hardback with the flexibility of a paperback. The stylish new cover design will enliven this and 70 other bestselling Gems.
Originally kept as hunters and workers, dogs have evolved in history to occupy a unique position in the human world, unparalleled by any other successfully domesticated animal. Collins Gem Dogs is the ideal introduction to ‘man’s best friend’.
Each entry in the book includes:
A full-colour photograph and description of the breed
Details on size, lifespan and identifying features
Notes on the breed’s character and suitability as a pet
In addition there is advice on choosing a puppy, nutrition and feeding, training and kennelling, and showing.
A section on dog trivia and a glossary of appropriate terms complete this easy-to-use guide.
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An illustrated guide to over 130 breeds of dog
Details given of the origin, size, identifying features and suitability as a pet of each breed
Advice provided on choosing, training and living with a dog
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Dogs
Published by
Octopus Publishing Group, 1975
ISBN 10: 070640436X
ISBN 13: 9780706404364
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Hardcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 45184855-6
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Dust Jacket Condition: Poor. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book. Seller Inventory # 123488841
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All Color Book of Dogs
Seller: Virtuous Volumes et al., Wilson, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Fully Illustrated in Color (illustrator). Top corners bumped causing crease lines on about 1/2" of tip of rear corner, curve from side edge on top front corner, lower tips rubbed. Dust jacket has light surface bends. Green cloth with white lettering on spine. 72 pages. Seller Inventory # 016294
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Seller: R Bookmark, Youngtown, AZ, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Used - Acceptable. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Dust jacket has shelf wear. Seller Inventory # 255248