Dog: The definitive guide for dog owners

About the Book

Dog is the book for every day of your dog's life - and every day of your life with your dog.

This is the enduring story of man and dog. At its heart is an emotionally intelligent analysis of the lifelong partnership between the two species, with such wit and wisdom that will shape your attitude, influence your actions, and provoke the happiest and healthiest lives for you and your dog. But it's in the detail of this book that you'll find magic: in the miracle of birth, the too-short puppyhood, the exasperating adolescence and calmer adulthood.

In Dog, Dr. Bruce Fogle explains the familiar and mysterious relationship between man and dog. Throughout this evocative and detailed study he reveals - by exploring behaviour, anthropology and genetics - the essential bonds of trust, loyalty and service that mark humankind's most valuable and long-lived of animal friendships.

You'll turn to this book every time your dog surprises you, worries you, needs you, misses you, and plays, exercises, runs or swims. This is the book to take from the shelf when you plan to choose a new puppy or must face the autumn years of a much-loved old friend, for training, and for the very best veterinary advice in emergencies.

Table of Contents:
Introduction 1 How Dogs became Dogs 2 How Dogs are Classified 3 Modern Dog Breeds 4 What makes a Modern Dog? 5 Puppies in the Family Pack 6 Our Relationship with Dogs 7 Choosing a New Dog 8 Canine Infancy 9 Canine Puppyhood 10 Canine Adolescence 11 Canine Adulthood 12 The Older Dog 13 A Dignified End Index Acknowledgements

About the Author :
Dr Bruce Fogle DVM MRCV is the world's best-selling practising vet, and is internationally renowned for his expertise in animal health and behaviour. After graduating from Ontario Veterinary College in Canada, he pursued post-graduate training at London Zoo before establishing a highly respected veterinary practice in west London. Dr Fogle lectures worldwide, broadcasts frequently on radio and television, and contributes to national magazines and newspapers. He is the author of numerous best-selling titles on dog care, behaviour, physiology and history including the RSPCA Complete Dog Training Manual, the New Encyclopedia of the Dog, and New Dog.

Review :
The title says it all. Dog...tells people everything they need to know about their canine companions.--Nancy Allen"American Dog Magazine" (02/16/2011) (starred review) Fogle may have produced the single best dog book of the decade.--Nancy Bent"Booklist" (12/01/2010) [starred review] Fogle may have produced the single best dog book of the decade.--Nancy Bent"Booklist" (12/01/2010) [starred] An easy-to-read, attractive, indispensable guide for the novice and veteran dog owner alike... Dog-loving patrons will want this one.--Florence Scarinci, Nassau Community College Library, Garden City, NY"Library Journal" (10/01/2010) A must-have book for any dog owner, whether they're long-time breeders and show enthusiasts of families purchasing their first puppy.--Jodi DeLong"Halifax Chronicle Herald" (12/12/2010) Dog is a celebration of all things dog, written with authority and a good sense of humour.--Valerie Berenyi"Vancouver Sun/Calgary Herald/Canada.com" (10/26/2010) If your own tail doesn't wag with delight ... well, you must be a cat person.--Neil Pond"American Profile" (11/07/2010) With a clear, friendly writing style, hundreds of colour photos and helpful sidebars, it will guide you through your dog's life.--Geeta Nadkarni"Ottawa Citizen" (12/12/2010)