The Dog Breed Bible by D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D.
We like quick reference, breed books like this one. Sure, there are great reference sources on the Internet. Call us old fashioned; we like books too.
This guide is well organized by groups: sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, non-sporting, herding, and miscellaneous. It includes a glossary of medical conditions and color terms.
Each breed is featured on a single page, with a handsome color photo of the dog. The book packs a lot of information in that one page: height, weight, temperament, health, upkeep, friendliness, et cetera. The information is general in nature; each dog is different, of course.
We find this book to be very helpful. After Dino passed away, we used it to do quick research whenever we found a particular rescue dog that seemed promising. We continue to use it as we search for a potential playmate for Gracie. We can compare the chart for her breed (or, should we say, breeds) against that of the other dog and see if they are similarly matched.
If you are looking for a nice reference book to place on your coffee table, pick up this one. Enjoy!
Rescue Mommy and Daddy
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