The American Book Of The Dog

The American Book of the Dog is a comprehensive guide to all breeds of dogs, written by George O. Shields and first published in 1891. The book covers a wide range of topics related to dogs, including their origin and development, special characteristics, utility, breeding, training, points of judging, diseases, and kennel management. The book is intended to be a valuable resource for dog owners, breeders, and enthusiasts, providing detailed information on each breed's history, temperament, and physical characteristics. It also includes practical advice on how to properly care for and train dogs, as well as tips on how to manage a kennel. The American Book of the Dog is a fascinating look at the world of dogs in the late 19th century, and it remains an important reference work for anyone interested in the history and evolution of dog breeds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.