Dogs

This is the only dog book you'll ever need. Packed with more than 1,000 full-colour photographs of over 300 breeds, "The Handbook of Dogs" is the most comprehensive and concise recognition guide to dogs of the world. Designed to cut through the complex process of identification it helps you to recognise a breed quickly and easily. Expertly written and authenticated, each breed entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the dog's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. Colour-coded bands provide at-a-glance facts for quick reference. Suitable for beginners and established enthusiasts alike, "The Handbook of Dogs" traces the evolution of the domestic dog, explains the difference between pedigrees and non-pedigrees, looks at how breeds are classified and examines their characteristics in detail.