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The Right Dog For You
Author: Daniel F. Tortora

Book Information
Publisher: Fireside
Book Type: Paperback
Rating:
4

ISBN-13: 9780671472474 - ISBN-10: 067147247X
Publication Date: 3/31/1983


Other Versions of this Book: Hardcover

Book Description:
How to Find the Perfect Match for You...

Here is a systematic and enjoyable way to choose a dog. This highly informative and useful book will take the guesswork out of choosing a dog while leaving in the fun. It will tell you about more than 110 breeds and help you to select a dog compatible with your personality, family, and lifestyle. Choosing a dog can become easy and enjoyable as you learn everything there is to know about the breeds, including:

* physical characteristics -- height, weight, strength, coat color and texture, tendency to shed, and food requirements

* temperamental characteristics -- indoor/outdoor activity level, emotional stability, sociability, training potential, and watchdog/guard-dog ability

* popularity, background, and unique qualities of each breed

This fully illustrated guide includes easy-to-read tables and pages of practical advice, plus a miniquestionnaire to help you narrow down your selection to the perfect match for you, your family, and your lifestyle.

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Please Rate these Book Reviews

Rhonda J. (green14) wrote on 6/14/2008...


If you are thinking of getting a dog this is a great book for you. It tells you the pros and cons of various purebred dogs.

Kari F. (kariafrazier) wrote on 10/9/2007...


This was a pretty good book. It did seem a little outdated in the style, but the information was great, and it helped us find a great dog for our family. : )

Carolyn E. wrote on 3/1/2007...


From the cover . . . "How to find the perfect match for you. Here is a systematic and enjoyable way to choose a dog. This highly informative and useful book will take the guessowrk out of choosing a dog while leaving in the fun. It will tell you about more than 110 breeds and help you to select a dog compatible with your personality, family, and lifestyle. Choosing a dog can become easy and enjoyable as you learn everything there is to know about the breeds, including:

Physical characteristics -- height, weight, strength, coat color and texture, tendency to shed, and food requirements.

Temperamental characteristics -- indoor/outdoor activity level, emotional stability, sociability, training potential, and watchdog/guard-dog ability.

Popularity, background, and unique qualities of each breed.


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