Meet the Breeds, 5th Edition: A Guide to 198 AKC Breeds (CompanionHouse Books) Over 300 Photos, Breed Descriptions, Size, Temperament, Color, Coat, Exercise and Grooming Requirements, Origin, and More
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Meet the Breeds, 5th Edition: A Guide to 198 AKC Breeds (CompanionHouse Books) Over 300 Photos, Breed Descriptions, Size, Temperament, Color, Coat, Exercise and Grooming Requirements, Origin, and More
With more than 200 registered breeds either in one of the seven Variety Groups or part of the Miscellaneous Class, the American Kennel Club is the world’s largest purebred-dog registry and the governing body for the canine sport in the United States. For someone looking to add a purebred canine companion to his or her life or for the all-around purebred-dog enthusiast, this AKC-authorized fifth edition of Meet the Breeds is a complete, current, and fully illustrated resource on all AKC breeds. Meet the Breeds presents the most current AKC information, introducing readers to two new Miscellaneous breeds, the Barbet and the Kooikerhondje, and documenting the transition from the Miscellaneous Class to full recognition for six other breeds. Fanciers are sure to learn something interesting about their favorite breeds while meeting plenty of new and intriguing furry faces.
Inside Meet the Breeds:
Considerations for potential dog owners
An introduction to each of the groups and a discussion of common traits shared by group members
Listings of AKC dog breeds, including each breed’s history and description, temperament, size, coat, color, life expectancy, activity level, grooming and exercise requirements, healthcare, and parent-club and rescue-group contact information.
Breed profiles organized alphabetically and color-coded by group
Colorful photographs of adult dogs and puppies of each breed
