THE writer has worked with animals all his working life starting as a vet in England then New Zealand, then as vet/curator of Auckland zoo.
The objectives of this book are to give the dog owner a basic knowledge of the characteristics of the dog, how it behaves and why, and to outline the essential differences between the various types of dog such as hounds and terriers, utility dogs and toy dogs.
It is also hoped that for those looking to purchase a dog this book will be of assistance with suiting the dog to the lifestyle you live, the size of the yard your dog will play in, the size of apartment or house or flat you live in and whether you are home most of the time or work for a greater part of the day.
The book begins with a short canine history and goes on to describe each breed listed in a concise easy-to-read few paragraphs that will see you narrowing down your choice of dog before making the final decision. Essential reading. - EP
