Dog Biz - Softcover

O'Neill, Amanda

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764134663 ISBN 13: 9780764134661

Publisher: B E S Pub Co, 2006

Heres a fascinating miscellany of dog-related facts, figures, information, and humor, combined with solid, practical information for dog owners on general care and training of their pet. Readers will find stories about dogs who accompanied soldiers on battlefields and still other canines who assisted rescue workers at disaster sites. Here too are suggestions for all kinds of activities readers can enjoy with their dogs, as well as jokes and cartoons about dogs, advice on how to read a dogs body language, notes on the origins of breed names, and much more. Dog Biz is strong on entertainment content, emphasizing the fun that is part of dog ownership. The book is whimsical, as well, with items that include a look at the coolest in canine fashions and thoughts on the art of making a personalized doggy birthday card. This highly entertaining book is packed with 400 color photos, drawings, and cartoons.

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From the Inside Flap:

(back cover)
Big dogs, small dogs, heroic dogs, famous dogs, faithful friends, implacable foes, consorts of kings, Hollywood stars. . . Learn about these fascinating canines and many, many others in this celebration of the world of dogs.

DOG
BIZ

More than 400 charming and beguiling color photos and illustrations show dogs in all their variety and many moods

Entertaining and intriguing�—a book that emphasizes the fun of dog ownership.

Lasting reference value�—information, history, facts, and figures you�’ll refer to time and time again.

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Imagine an amazing miscellany of dog-related facts, figures, and breed profiles. Combine them with humorous anecdotes, true stories, tall tales, fables, myths, and legends. Then mix in descriptions of fun activities you can enjoy with your dog along with up-to-date information on training and care. Roll it all into one irresistible package and you have Dog Biz!

Here in one compact and supremely accessible volume is a cornucopia of dog lore that will go straight to the top of every committed dog lover�’s list. As informative as it is entertaining, Dog Biz is the ultimate canine compendium.

The Author Amanda O�’Neill was born in Sussex, England, and educated at the University of Exeter. She has written more than 20 books about pets, including Cat Biz and What Dog?, both published in North America by Barron�’s. She is also a regular contributor to a number of national pet magazines in the U.K.

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