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The New Complete Dog Book, 23rd Edition

Official Breed Standards and Profiles for Over 200 Breeds
Fox Chapel Publishing Co.
$60.00 USD
$60.00 USD
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Product Type: Hardback
Description

The American Kennel Club (AKC) is known for having the first and last word as the official source for all things dog related, and The New Complete Dog Book, 23rd Edition is the AKC’s “Bible” of dog books that has been trusted by veterinary schools, dog training professionals, groomers, breeders, and more. For the past 88 years, it has been the ultimate breed resource—the one book that no purebred dog aficionado and expert can live?without. With over two million copies sold, this guide is also the longest continually published dog book in history. This revised and updated 23rd edition contains new American Kennel Club initiatives and programs – especially virtual titling options – recently recognized dog breeds that have been added to the seven main groups, revised breed standards, and changes in breed classifications. Dog owners, breeders, and clubs will find the most current information here on AKC registration, competitive events, and programs. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club—over 200 breeds—this newly updated edition is a must-have that belongs in every dog enthusiast’s and professional’s library.

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Pages 992
Publish Date 2023-11-28
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Size 8.0" x 10.0" x 0.0"
Author American Kennel Club
Product Form Hardback

The New Complete Dog Book, 23rd Edition

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Read about the history of the American Kennel Club and its efforts involving disease prevention, canine rescue groups, kennel and breeder inspections, protecting the rights of all dogs and dog owners, educating the public on purebred dogs and responsible dog ownership, and the AKC Museum of the Dog, which features a renowned collection of dog art (pictured).

Canine Anatomy

Learn how different breeds of dog have unique looks and abilities and how breed standards are carefully considered by judges, including their heads, eyes, ears, front assembly, shoulders, angle of pelvis, rib cage, and more.

The Sporting Group

American Water SpanielCocker SpanielGolden RetrieverIrish SetterLagotto Romagnolo (pictured)VizslaWeimaranerWirehaired VizslaAnd more!

About the Author

The American Kennel Club: The American Kennel Club, founded in 1884, is the largest canine organization in the United States and registers more than one million purebred dogs annually. The AKC sponsors more than 22,000 sanctioned events each year for purebred and mixed-breed dogs, including dog shows, agility and obedience trials, hunting and field competitions, and more. Special programs dedicated to training dogs, including the AKC Canine Good Citizen program and the S.T.A.R. Puppy program, help dogs to become well-behaved companions for their responsible, caring owners. Additionally, the AKC dedicates itself to promoting responsible ownership and advancing canine health and well-being for all dogs (www.akc.org)

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