The Dog Encyclopedia For Kids

Icelandic Sheepdogs are born with extra toes. Dalmatians are born without spots. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics of various dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these curious, lovable canines.

This encyclopedia highlights 150 different dogs. Alongside colorful photographs of both adult dogs and puppies, readers learn about the history, appearance, and behavior of various breeds. Features include fact boxes, information about the AKC breed groups, notes about dog care, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Reference is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This complete catalog of all things canine is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere. From Beethoven to Toto, dogs have a special relationship with humans and are forever known as man’s best friend. The enduring loyalty and companionship of our four-legged friends is celebrated throughout The Dog Encyclopedia. Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this beautiful book puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture. Famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. More than 400 dog breeds are introduced, from primitive dogs and working dogs to companion dogs and scent hounds. Each and every breed includes stunning photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice. If you’re bringing home a new pet, this guide comes crammed with top tips for a balanced diet, exercise, grooming, and training, as well as a health section on continuing care, identifying illness, and veterinary visits. This perfect pooch package is an indispensable owner's guide and an invaluable reference for budding dog whisperers.

Briards have extra claws on their hind legs. Dalmatians are born without spots. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics, behaviour and training of various dog breeds. Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, this book provides an in-depth look at these curious and lovable canines.

Briards have extra claws on their hind legs. Dalmatians are born without spots. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics, behaviour and training of various dog breeds. Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, this book provides an in-depth look at these curious and lovable canines.

The dog is a man's best friend and is considered as the oldest domesticated animal. There are many dog breeds and this book presents 100 different dog breeds with amazing pictures and informative text especially written for young learners. Whether your child is looking for a type of dog breed to get for their next pet or they just want to simply learn about the many fascinating breeds of dog, this book has it for young learners. This book features different dog breeds from A to Z, each breed's physical traits, behavior, and other interesting trivia about them accompanied with amazing pictures. This book is designed to give concise information and is truly great book for children to enjoy with the family.