Fogle, Bruce

The new encyclopedia of the dog / New encyclopaedia of the dog Bruce Fogle ; photography by Tracy Morgan. - Second American edition. - 416 pages : colour illustrations ; 30 cm

Revised edition of: The encyclopedia of the dog / Bruce Fogle. 1st American ed. 1995. Includes index.

-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- . Introduction. Chapter One Development of the Dog. Evolution of the Dog. Distant Relatives. Close Relatives. Chapter Two Dogs and Humans. The First Domestic Dogs. Dogs in Folklore and Religion. Dogs in Art. Canine Collectables. Dogs in Literature. Dogs on Film. Dogs in Sports. Dogs in the Service of Humans. Dogs as Companions. Chapter Three Canine Design. The Skeleton. The Brain and Senses. Nerves, Muscles, and Movement. The Heart and Lungs. The Gastrointestinal System. Urinary and Reproductive Systems. The Skin and Coat. Biofeedback. Chapter Four The Language ofDogs. Courtship, Mating, and Birth. Growing Up. The Pack. Aggression and Affection. Communication. Chapter Five Domestic Dog Breeds. Introduction to Breed Types. Primitive Dogs. Sighthounds. Spitz-Type Dogs. Scenthounds. Gundogs. Terriers. Livestock and Guarding Dogs. Companion Dogs. Random-Bred Dogs. Chapter Six Caring for Your Dog. Choosing a Dog. Essential Equipment. Health and Safety. Feeding and Nutrition. Grooming. Traveling and Boarding. Behavioral Problems. Glossary. Index. Acknowledgments.

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Dogs--Encyclopedias
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