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Childcraft: Dogs, from Woofs to Wags is a richly illustrated, 208-page volume that introduces children to dogs. The text and illustrations combine to show how dogs came to play an important role in peoples lives, what breeds of dogs there are, and what people need to do to properly take care of their dogs. Dogs, from Woofs to Wags begins with an explanation of the difference between a mutt and a purebred dog. Original drawings and photographs accompany text that describes various dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC), the organization that maintains the list of all recognized breeds. From the tiny Bichon Frise that King Henry III of France used to carry around with him in a basket, to German shepherds that found wounded soldiers on the battlefields of World War I, to the slender Salukione of the oldest and fastest dog breedsall are included with details about their history and characteristics. Also included are stories about how dogs first came to live with people, dogs in myths and legends, and hero dogs that have rescued people over hundreds of years. A special section describes how various kinds of service dogsguide dogs, signal dogs, special needs dogs, search-and-rescue dogs, sheepdogs and cattle dogs, and dogs that act in the moviesare trained. Another chapter is devoted to taking care of a dog: choosing one; feeding, bathing, and grooming it; housebreaking; and training.
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- PublisherWorld Book, Inc.
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 0716606208
- ISBN 13 9780716606208
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages208
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