Simon & Schuster's Guide to Dogs

Simon & Schuster's Nature Guide Series

by Gino Pugnetti, Elizabeth Meriwether Schuller

an alternate cover edition can be found here

With more than 250,000 copies in print, "Simon & Schuster's Guide to Dogs" is the best guide available -- whether you need a dog book for general identification or to select the breed that is most suitable for you. With more than 320 breeds of dogs described and illustrated in full color, this book provides quick access to essential information on physical and psychological characteristics and care required. The entries for each breed give details on weight, height, markings, and type of coat, as well as information on personality traits, origins, uses, and care. Each entry also features easy-to-read visual symbols that indicate, for example, whether a breed of dog is good with children or has a tendency to bite, whether a breed is well- suited as a hunting dog or a guard dog, whether the dog needs to be kept outdoors or indoors or can live happily in the city, and much more.

Filled with useful information and illustrated throughout, "Simon & Schuster's Guide to Dogs" is a valuable reference to the world of canines.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction, Animals, Dogs, Nature

448 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1980

Reviews

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not sure if I can explain how important of a book this was in my life. I was a little kid who did not like to read, but I loved dogs. My parents got me this book and I proceeded to read it cover to cover countless times. I actually memorized parts of this book. Somewhere along the way I realized I liked to read and I never stopped... as I write time I see that i have over 1000 books "read" on Goodreads. I guess it did more for me than teach me about dogs.

[Pj · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great book with glossy photos of all the dog breeds in the '80's. I have a feeling there are a lot more new breeds currently (why the three stars) Otherwise, from the rare to common breeds were included with breed specifics and character traits. This edition seemed very honest whether certain dogs were barkers, nippers, and if they were good with children. Maybe I should have given this 1 lb paperback four stars instead! Otherwise, if you're interested, I would advise getting a newer edition.

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tons of pictures and descriptions of dogs to help you choose a breed. Saw my first Australian Shepherd in here...

[Thomasin Propson · Rating 5 out of 5]

My all-time favorite 'types of dog breeds' book. Claims to have pics of more than 320 different breeds (and I believe it! Never heard of many of them) and fun to look through.

[Harold Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love to look at all breeds available to us. The one breed that outshines all others is the senior breed found at any local animal shelter. I found that this breed is often forgotten and discarded by all. They see that money and influence drive the buy of a new or exotic dog but how much better and exotic is it to take a " recycled " pet and make him your own. He is ready to love, has an understanding of being in a family, may not be used to comfort of any kind except the kindness of a new owner and the want to belong to someone who will never forget him. Not only that but be able to die around people who truly love him/her. Not only that but he/she might save you from you as you need an emotional support dog. I know this.... because I was rescued by a beautiful female Walker Hound who had been abused and beaten by her past owner. Because I am a Disabled Veteran,she saw me and ran to me and chose me of all people. She helped me come out of my shell and believe in someone else. We played hide and seek, tag and just hung around. I sang to her and she just looked at me and danced around me as I did. I lost her 4 years ago. Nothing will bring you more joy .

[Tandava Graham]

This was my bible for years when, as a kid, I desperately wanted a dog but couldn't have one. I memorized everything about one favorite breed after another.

[Darkened Warrior {Stare into your Nightmare} · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it!!!!