A guide to dog care from puppyhood to old age includes information on how to select the right breed, house- training, showing, breeding, health care, feeding, and first aid.

Text and illustrations detail various characteristics about dogs including their physiology, behavior and breeds.

Owners and aficionados alike will enjoy the unique blend of keepsake and reference books in this easy-to-follow, colorfully illustrated series of breed-specific handbooks. Each breed handbook covers every aspect of dog care, including a full profile of each featured breed and information on basic day-to-day care, training, grooming and exercise. With more than 150 color photos, Labrador owners will find this handbook to be an invaluable assets. It...

Updated with new breeds and new photos! With detailed descriptions of more then 420 breeds and varieties of dogs from around the world, an entertaining look at canines throughout history, and invaluable practical advice, The New Encyclopedia of the Dog is the most comprehensive exploration of the canine world ever published. - Publisher.

Enhanced by more than four hundred color photographs and illustrations, this guide to cat care includes information on different breeds of cats, cat growth, grooming, nutrition, breeding, training, and health care.

An illustrated guide to cats, providing information about different breeds and color varieties; examining general characteristics of cat anatomy, senses, genetics, and behavior; and including discussion of the history of cats, their relationships with humans, and their appearance in art, literature, and religion.

Fully revised and expanded to include the newest breeds, varieties, and colors, as well as the latest thinking on behavior and training, this encyclopedia consists of a visual breed guide to 275 of the world's major cat breeds, a history of the cat, and a cat care manual.

"As with humans, the physical and mental well-being of a dog are inextricably linked. By creating a more natural lifestyle for your dog and ensuring it eats a well-balanced diet, you will help your dog avoid a range of common medical and behavioral problems."--BOOK JACKET. "Dr. Fogle shows how alternative therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy, and chiropractic can complement conventional veterinary care, and offers natural remedies for a range...

Explains how to care for a poodle, including tips on feeding, grooming, showing, and health.