Dog Breeds : Characteristics * Breeds * Care * Origins

Need help choosing the right type of dog for your family? This pocket visual guide can help out. Are you looking for a small dog to fit your apartment lifestyle, a cuddly medium-sized dog to cuddle with or a large pooch who is really a gentle giant? There are other factors you'll want to consider as well: the dog's overall health, maintenance and shedding. Dog Breeds can help you understand the different breeds and decide which type of dog could be your perfect pet. For each breed you can find out more about their history and personality, and understand their health, grooming and nutritional needs. From beagles to labradors, learn more about each dog breed including their characteristics, energy levels and much more. With expert captions explaining the fascinating stories behind each breed, Dog Breeds is an invaluable pocket reference guide. AUTHOR: Tom Jackson is a leading natural history writer based in the United Kingdom. As an author and contributor he has worked on more than 60 books. A zoology graduate from the University of Bristol, he has also worked as a zookeeper and in safari parks in Zimbabwe. SELLING POINTS: . 240 superb photographs of over 100 of the world's favourite canine breeds in a pocket format . Expert text explains the characteristics of each breed to help choose your pet . From Labrador to Pug, the top breeds and crosses from all over the world are featured