Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds

by Justin on Aug.11, 2010, under Pets

:Breeds, Encyclopedia

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Y. Leventhal
August 12th, 2010 on 12:41 am
Review by Y. Leventhal for Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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It took $50 worth of purchase of other dog encyclopedias for me to appreciate this concise, well-written, humorous, and very informative book. It outlines the history of the breed in question, the temperament (in several paragraphs, NOT with little obscure and ambiguous icons), and there is an overall rating area that succinctly profiles the breed’s exercise needs, energy level, affection level for other pets and dogs and strangers, and grooming needs. If one is trying to decide between two breeds, the ratings make it very convenient to compare and contrast. It also provides the AKC rank for each breed, which gives one an idea of the popularity (and perhaps the availability) of the particular breed in the US. This book does not list very obscure European breeds, however. For those of you who are “just looking for a nice dog”, I do highly recommend this book.

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Anonymous
August 12th, 2010 on 1:09 am
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I bought this book because I’ve been looking for a detailed reference on dogs with real pictures. I previously owned Dr. Fogle’s book. It is quite good, with full color illustrations of the breeds. It also contains around 400 breeds of dogs, including those not yet registered by the AKC. Unfortunately, it lacks details like affection level, freindliness to different types of “elements” like to dogs, to strangers, etc. This book went further down with what Dr. Fogle has. Unfortunately, only 150 AKC breeds are included. Those looking for uncommon breeds, this book is not for you. However, if you plan on doing research on dogs that are easily obtainable, then this is a great reference. I like the different sections for each breed like History, Temperament, and Upkeep. This helps a lot especially when buying a new dog or puppy. I also like how the author differentiated watchdog ability and protection ability. Many people confuse these as one and the same. Then when they got their dog, they found out that it’s all bark and no bite. The standard is helpful for those wishing to show their dogs (the Philippines has the same standard as the AKC). The only thing I didn’t like that much are a few of the pictures. Most of them are fabulous. However, some of them, like the Miniature Schnauzer, are not well represented. I have a Mini and kinda disappointed at the second picture of the breed they used. That ear crop on those two dogs is terrible! With this, I have to bring my rating down to 4 stars. Overall, a great book for dog lovers.

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mobrien@rutlandhs.k12.vt.us
August 12th, 2010 on 1:20 am
Review by mobrien@rutlandhs.k12.vt.us for Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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I have tried and tried to find a realistic text to help me bring in a new large breed dog to my canine family when my Kuvasz passes. I use the Irish Wolf Hound as my guideline to see if an author tells the often unpalatable whole scenario. And this book does. The lavish pictures are a joy to behold but I am NOT unwittingly beguiled into adding a family member that statistically will pass on in 5 to 7 years, such as I know to be the case with the splendid Wolfhound. Other authors, whether through ignorance, lack of research or just plain not caring about the impact of lifespan on an uninitiated I.W. first time purchaser, routinely claim 11 years an I.W. lifespan. This book allows ME to decide based on CORRECT information for the breeds.I also like the distinction between watchdog and protection factors, one often blurred by other authors. HUZZAH!

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Susan Benson
August 12th, 2010 on 2:13 am
Review by Susan Benson for Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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As an avid dog lover and veterinary student, I found this book to be a very complete, yet concise reference. The pictures are wonderful, I have taken this book to several dog shows and I always get comments on how nice the dogs in the photos are as well as being correct in describing the breeds. I turn to this book regularly to research breeds for clients, for myself and just to look at the pictures.

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Yeoh Siok Kee
August 12th, 2010 on 2:34 am
Review by Yeoh Siok Kee for Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
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When I first reviewed this book in May 2001, I gave it 4 stars … But 8 months down and several other Breed Type books later, I think this book rates 5 STARS … It’s a very good book …Its binding and quality (hardcover version) are excellent, the book has stood up to much handling and use, still looks like new. The book is seldom on the shelf and is constantly picked up, looked at, referred to – by friends, visitors and us.328 pages of useful information, generally good photographs, with illustrations, the book is great value for money.
It’s has proven to be a great reference source. (a) It’s well printed, easy on the eyes. (b) Information sensibly set out under categories of History, Temperament, Upkeep, Health (including life span), Form & Function. The information provided is detailed enough for most purposes. (c) Provides effective quick reference boxes, setting out basic breed characteristics such as height/weight, energy level, exercise requirements, affection level, watchdog ability, protection ability, ease of training etc … with sketch illustration of the breed standard.The design of the book is just so well balanced, allowing for quick reference and well as encouraging detailed reading.
Just as important, we find the information to be reasonably accurate and correct.Although we have found other books that cover more breeds (this books only covers 150 breeds), the wonderful design and information provided by this book more than compensates for that relatively minor lacking.Maybe the next edition will include more breeds … *fingers crossed* …

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CP
August 12th, 2010 on 3:13 am
Review by CP for Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid
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Bought one of these due to the neighbors dog barking at me and my kids everytime we are in our backyard. My wife tried to make friends with the dog a few months ago and got bit. The dog is a female mutt about 5 years old and weighing about 50 lbs. After I received the unit I put in a battery and headed outside. Immediately the dog ran to the fence and started barking and growling at me. I pointed the unit at the dog and pressed the button. The dog stopped barking turned it’s head slightly to listen to the sound, and ran away with it’s tail down! After doing this twice in a 2 day period the dog does not bark at us in the yard anymore! Anytime it sees me or my family it quietly goes back into their garage. We can finally enjoy our backyard without the constant barking noise! The noise is NOT audible to us at all. The other reviewers must have received a defective unit.

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Sherlock Holmes
August 12th, 2010 on 3:43 am
Review by Sherlock Holmes for Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid
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Before buying anything expensive and fancy to stop your dog or other dogs from barking, try this one first. I bought this product specifically for training/stopping my dog from barking. My dog pretty much barks at anything and everything. It was embarrassing and everybody is pretty much scared of my 14 pound mutt. Living in the city, it became a two person job to take our dog out to go potty; one as a lookout to check that nobody and nothing is around, and the other to hold the dog. We have tried a lot of things to stop him from barking. I was very skeptical at first since this product is sooo inexpensive and we’ve tried many things that were much more expensive that did not work. I figured, $10 bucks…what the heck. We tried it out the same day it came. As soon as he started barking we would say “quiet” and when he didn’t(like usual), I pushed the button once and he stopped barking right away. I couldn’t believe it! I did not hear another peep from him the whole time we were outside. I’ve had this product for about a month now and it still works. We now call it the “mute button”. Now, the simple “quiet” command works most of the time to make him stop barking. We still bring it with us during walks and potty breaks for the times that he forgets or something around is too irresistible. When we do use it, we make sure that as soon as he stops barking he gets lots of praises and a treat for positive reinforcement.

I know that this might not work for all breeds but it worked for me! I sure hope that it works for you! For 10 bucks, it was well worth it!

The only con I have for this product is that the 9 volt battery(not included) does not fit well in its slot. You can’t close the battery slot so I had to jerry-rig it by taping it shut. This doesn’t bother me though as long as it works:)

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Carole
August 12th, 2010 on 3:54 am
Review by Carole for Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid
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I was very hesitant and not at all convinced when purchasing this item.

One of our three-year-old Yorkie-poos started to bark obnoxiously for no reason non stop every evening. As my husband sat on the couch Tucker would jump at my husband and bark. We had no idea why! It drove us almost insane. All of the dogs needs were met – but he would seem to do this just for attention, and as the weeks went on it became unbearable.

We tried everything! So this little item was my last shot. I SWEAR I only used it once or twice for one evening, and said said “no bark” as I quickly pushed the button. Tuck immediately stopped barking and ran upstairs. The second night (and ever since) I only need to say “no bark” and he clearly gets it. This little thing was a life saver. My house is so much quieter! I still can’t believe how quickly this thing worked!

LOVE IT and HIGHLY Recommend it!

C.

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E.K.
August 12th, 2010 on 4:29 am
Review by E.K. for Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid
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I purchased this product because in some of my study sites stray dogs form packs and it becomes difficult to work.

This dog repellant produces a sound that makes dogs uncomfortable so they dont hang around the sound as much. It really works well and now the dogs leave me alone.

It uses 9V alkaline battery to operate. There is only one concern that might turn into a future problem. The battery location is too narrow. I could hardly place the battery inside. When closed, the battery cap stays a little bumped so I am afraid it might get broken soon.

Still a good product for the price.

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NanO
August 12th, 2010 on 4:53 am
Review by NanO for Pet Parade Dog Repeller and Training Aid
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The neighbor dogs always barked continuously when we went in our backyard, it definitely makes a difference, they’ll either stop barking or run away & bark from the other side of their house. I don’t think it’ll stop a mad dog, but for 8 or 9 bucks it works good enough 4me

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