Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
by D. Caroline Coile Ph.D.
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Book Reviews of Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
Book Review: dog care according to the breed
Summary: 5 Stars
THis book is a great collection of information about known existing breeds that will help people understand how to choose a puppy or grown rescue dog for their particular situation. I think in many case the bree definately dictates the way a og responds to a living situation and some dogs are meant for many people and some dogs are meant for just one owner. This is clear in many pages of this bok. Read it carefully and well and ou will find out how to know what breeds are capable of performing in their lives. It is clearly written and the theory presented so the reader can grasp the history and intent of each dog breed,with size, character and color determination and variation.Service Dogs (Dog Heroes)Book Review: Two paws up, way up!
Summary: 4 Stars
This is an excellent book which provides just enough insight and expertise for casual dog fans and owners without overdoing it. More intense, information-hungry dog aficionados might want more but that's not what the book delivers. The quality of the pictures is outstanding and give an accurate representation of the dogs appearance, although there aren't too many (if any, as I recall) of the depicted breeds as pups.
The rating system for strengths and weaknesses of each breed is an extremely effective way to quickly educate the readers, especially on types they may not be familiar with. I'd give the book a five star rating, but then Dr. Coile would have nothing to shoot for.
Book Review: The Ideal Resource Book
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a fantastic resource book on different breeds of dog. The descriptions are thorough, easy to read and are accompanied by color photos. Dogs are rated on energy level, exercise requirements, playfulness, affection level, friendliness towards dogs/other pets/strangers, ease of training, watchdog ability, protection ability, grooming requirements and tolerance toward cold and heat. I was able to really determine the best dog for my family using measures I hadn't even thought of! This book is the one for you if you are trying to decide the best purebred dog for your family and lifestyle. Check out "Hot Dogs" for excellent info on some of the newer mixed breeds.Book Review: One of the best dog breed books
Summary: 5 Stars
I had been looking for a book of dog breeds but none quite measured up to what I was wanting. there are many that include lots of information about dogs in general, like health care, training etc. but this made the section on breeds smaller.
I like this book because it devotes two pages to each breed mentioned. It provides a pretty good history, good pitures, and a handy "at a glance" chart. While I still wish the temperment section would include more info (some breeds only have 2 sentences) it provides more info than any other book I have found.
Overall, this is perfect if you just want information on the breeds in an easy style.
Book Review: Here is what's new in the 2nd edition!
Summary: 5 Stars
11 new breeds have been added...approximately 2/3 of the photos have been replaced with even better ones of some of the top dogs in the country in beautiful settings...every breed profile has once again been sent for review to every available national parent club as well as to breeders...the health information for every breed has been updated based on parent club recommendations and surveys and the latest research...new appendices list canine genetic and health resources and DNA tests available for specific breeds...standards have been updated to keep up with AKC changes...some line art has been replaced...we kept what was great and made the rest even better!