Oxford Public Library

How dogs work, a head-to-tail guide to your canine, written by Daniel Tatarsky ; illustrated by David Humphries

eng

illustrations

index present

non fiction

How dogs work

1284989309

written by Daniel Tatarsky ; illustrated by David Humphries

a head-to-tail guide to your canine

"From nose to tail and everything in between--this is your definitive visual guide to understanding your four-legged friend! When your dog looks at you with those big, expressive puppy-dog eyes, do you ever wonder what's going on in their fur-covered heads? This dog book for adults will help you gain invaluable canine insight through quirky illustrations and infographics. The unique dog encyclopedia explores and explains the world of dogs: the dog in pictures--with more than 500 original illustrations; encyclopedic in scope--covers dog behavior, psychology, communication, history and dog breeds, as well as celebrity pups and record-breaking hounds; dog infographics that communicate facts and ideas in a fun way; and witty language that will both inform and entertain readers. Do you walk your dog or does your dog walk you? Can you teach an old dog new tricks? What is your dog saying with its wagging tail? The fun infographics book gives you all the essential facts about dogs to help you translate their curious canine behavior. Covering history, breeds, dog care and training, How Dogs Work is the perfect gift for dog lovers of all ages--from 9 to 109! From how dogs evolved from the wolf and our favorite pet to the finer points of working dogs and show dogs--this unique dog guide is a wonderful celebration of man's best friend! Learn what experts believe the cute doggy head tilt could mean, explore what your dog's wagging tail could be saying about their mood and discover the world's fastest dog that's twice as quick as Usain Bolt. This a must-have book for every soon-to-be dog whisperer!" --, Description provided by publisher

Introduction -- From two came many -- Basic dog anatomy -- Body talk -- Telling tails -- All ears -- Pedigree dogs -- Gundogs -- Famous dogs -- It's a dog's day -- Hounds -- Gourmet for dogs -- Utility dogs -- Lost in communication -- Don't eat that! -- Top dog -- Pastoral dogs -- Here, boy! -- Who's in charge? -- Inside out -- Dogs in literature -- Toy dogs -- Gestation -- Newborn -- Puppy -- Youngster -- Adolescent -- Adult -- Old age -- Rainbow bridge -- Money can buy me love -- Dogs with jobs -- Who's walking whom? -- Sick dog days -- Terriers -- Cock-a-poodle-do -- Hairstyles -- Spot that dog -- Superdog -- Working dogs -- Dogs on screen -- And then there were none -- Record breakers -- Dogs in law -- Crufts -- A dog's life -- Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show -- Great and small -- The World Dog Show -- Choosing a dog