The Ultimate Dog Book is the book every dog-lover has been waiting for. Never before in one volume has the beauty majesty warmth and winning qualities of dogs been so dramatically and evocatively captured. Superb specially-commissioned full-colour photographic portraits of each of the top breeds have caught them at their most natural - their distinctive expressions and postures - revealing more clearly than in any other book why so many millions of people have loved and revered dogs throught the ages. Over 100 breeds are given these stunning full-page profiles along with a detailed description of their history temperament physical characteristics and unique personality traits. But The Ultimate Dog Book is even more; it is practical. Not only does it offer step-by-step guidance on all the basics of dog-care from puppyhood to old age it also provides specific advice on how to enter the world of breeding training and showing and how to master the professional tricks of the trade. There is fascinating information on the instincts that make a dog tick plus special photographic sequences of the dog's all-important relationships with its owner. Expert advice on raising puppies on grooming diet and health care make this a comprehensive volume for everyone who loves dogs. Written by the distinguished vet and television personality David Taylor The Ultimate Dog Book is the essential companion the truly ultimate guide to man's best friend.