ISBN: 9789384649289 - understanding dogs a basic guide [paperback] [jan 01, 2016] d. sreekumar (1 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: New. 1st Edition. The book Understanding Dogs - A Basic Guide' is second in the series of Understanding Animals by the authors. The book aims at giving an in depth understanding about The Dog- Humans' Best Friend. The book provides a clear picture about the evolution and domestication, categorisation, morphology, conformation, basic differentiating anatomical and physiological attributes, dentition and ageing. Managemental aspects such as care of pups and geriatric dogs, basics of housing, grooming, restraint, transportation, selection and training have been well detailed. Highly reputed professionals have contributed chapters on Dog Showing, Parasites of dogs and Common drugs used in the field. Zoonoses, Behaviour and forms of aggression have been highlighted. Special efforts have been taken to include two new topics in the form of Dogs in Art and History and Dogs in Sacred books. The book is well-supported by a number of Tables and Figures and colour pictures of various breeds which make reading more interesting. The language of the book is simple to read and understand for the layman, students, Veterinarians, professionals, teachers and all dog enthusiasts. The book will serve as a basic guide to all dog lovers. (jacket).…