Category: History Of The Canine

A Complete History of Fighting Dogs

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Wendy Bush; 1998; Paperback 

Not just a companion, the dog has padded beside Natives and explorers since the advent of humans on the North American continent. Friend, hunter, fellow rover, hauler of trade goods and household items, not to mention sometime lunch "on the paw", the dog has been a working member of the family throughout history. This book explores the working relationship between man and dog in the West. From travois and sled in Native pre-history, through the paw prints of Hollywood's canine stars, to search and rescue in today's adventure-filled backcountry, dogs continue to work for us, with us, and occasionally against us. Illustrated in color and black & white.

Belgian Shepherd Dog & Its History

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Erna Bossi; 1989 Paperback

This definitive book covers all three of the main Belgian Shepherd breeds: The Tervueren, the Malinois, and the Belgian Shepdog. It includes history, Standards, general care and health, breeding, judging and showing, and the Belgian breeds as working dogs. Extensively illustrated in black & white and color - a "must have" for anyone interested in these breeds! Author: Erna Bossi.

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 by; Mark Derr; Hardcover; 1997

Mark Derr is no dog-in-the-window sentimentalist. The world of working dogs, like the world itself, is harsh, and he knows it. He notes that reforms of training abuse got some help from the late arrival of women in these fields. After the women began to win, men began switching to slightly gentler ways. It is rare good news when doing the right thing pays off.

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 Lloyd M. Wendt, Lloyd M. Wendt; 1996; Hardcover
The book follows dog and man through the Dark Ages of Europe, into the Renaissance, through later centuries, and into the present. Here you will also experience the migrations of man and dog to the western hemisphere. Australia, New Zealand, and even the Poles. Dogs: A Historical Journey resonates with triumph, tragedy, conflict, and concord, and shows how through it all, we and the dogs that mean so much to us have had such impact on each other. This book is a world stage embracing a long cast of historic figures who knew the worth of dogs in their lives just as we do. So, come. Look down the long corridors of the centuries reviewed here and with your dog, take your own historic journey.

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 Michael Fox; 1987; Hardcover

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by; Anne M. Hier; Hardcover; 1999

Comprehensive overview of the history and development of the sport of showing dogs and the principles of judging. Selected British and American articles from the past 159 years, extensive annotations, more than 375 illustrations, a bibliography and a complete index make this an essential book for anyone with a passion for purebred dogs, dog shows and judging. Includes 30 biographies and details on the development of dozens of breeds.

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 Raymond Coppinger, Peter Pinardi; 1996; Hardcover; $9.07
Ray Coppinger, biologist, dog behaviorist, and fisherman, introduces readers to the surprising attributes of Flounderhounders, Maine Bow Dogs, Stringer Spaniels, and more in this sly appraisal of the quirks of dog lovers, fishermen, and everyone in between.

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by Peter Steinhart; Paperback; 1996

As wolves return to their old territory in Yellowstone National Park, their presence is reawakening passions as ancient as their tangled relations with human beings. This authoritative and eloquent book coaxes the wolf out from its camouflage of myth and reveals the depth of its kinship with humanity, which shares this animal's complex complex social organization, intense family ties, and predatory streak.

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The American Kennel Club, American Kennel Club; 1992; Paperback
America's official book on the purebred dog, this bestselling comprehensive resource includes a picture, history, and the official standard for each of the 134 recognized breeds. A must for every dog enthusiast from the professional breeder to the prospective buyer. Two 32-page full-color inserts; 250 photographs, 112 in full color; 41 line drawings.

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John A.K. Donovan; 1985; Hardcover

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James Serpell; 1996; Paperback
Enjoy an unusually scientific approach to the natural history of the dog which examines its evolution, behavior, and interactions with humans rather than providing the usual photo display of breeds. From genetic predispositions towards behavior to social development and communication influences, this presents an intriguing survey of dog developments for students of science.

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James Serpell; 1996; Hardcover
Enjoy an unusually scientific approach to the natural history of the dog which examines its evolution, behavior, and interactions with humans rather than providing the usual photo display of breeds. From genetic predispositions towards behavior to social development and communication influences, this presents an intriguing survey of dog developments for students of science.

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Malcolm B. Willis; Hardcover (Special Order)
The definitive scholarly work on German Shepherd genetics. Geneticist and German Shepherd breed devotee Malcolm B. Willis, Ph.D. is the acclaimed author of the definitive work, The German Shepherd Dog: A Genetic History. With his comprehensive explanations of genetic principles, Willis details the genetics of reproduction, behavior, hip dysplasia, and other inheritable diseases of the German Shepherd dog. This book is an essential addition to every breeder's library. It is also a remarkably educational resource for anybody who is committed to fully understanding the genetic history of the breed and preserving its future.

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Marion Schwartz, Susan Hochgraf; hardcover; 1997

Schwartz, a research assistant in physical anthropology at Yale, presents here a meticulously documented study of the relationship between aboriginal peoples and dogs in the Americas from prehistory through European contact. Borrowing from genetics, archaeology, and tribal myth, the author traces the development of a variety of indigenous canine breeds and their role in the daily life of Native American tribes of both continents, including a treatment of working dogs, the eating of dog meat, dogs in the afterlife, and dogs in folk art. Schwartz has included detailed footnotes, maps, a chronology, and a wealth of reproductions and renderings of original art. This comprehensive mosaic of facts from sociology, biology, history, and legend is an academic yet readable book for scholars and others with a strong interest in the history of dogs in early civilizations or the ethnohistory of the Americas.

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Mary Elizabeth Thurson; 1996; Hardcover;

Discover here why some American Indians ate the dogs they loved, how one stray Victorian puppy saved three million canine lives, and how ten thousand more soldiers' names might have been added to the Vietnam Memorial Wall had it not been for dogs. Anthropologist Mary Elizabeth Thurston will revolutionize how we perceive "man's best friend" and empower anyone who loves dogs with a new sense of wonder and appreciation. in full color.

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by; Gerald Hausman, Loretta Hausman, Michael W. Fox; Paperback; 1998
Taken from Greek myths, African folktales, Old English yarns, and tales of Biblical prophets, this A-to-Z, breed-by-breed treasure trove of dog fables and legends catalogs both the best-loved and most moving dog stories of over 70 of the world's leading breeds.

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by Stanley Coren; Paperback; 2003

Collection of fascinating tales of canines throughout history. Although it is widely recognized that dogs have played significant roles in the lives of many well-known historical figures, what is not fully known is how the relationships between dogs and their famous owners have ultimately influenced the course of human events. In an anecdote-rich collection author Stanley Coren explores the historical contributions made by man's best friend. This unique view of world history demonstrates that wherever the footprints of history are found, there will be pawprints as well.

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Dr. Michael Fox; paperback; 1992

A rich portrait of the life and behavior of the wolf, and a moving meditation on man's kinship with the natural world. Black & white photographs.

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Michael G. Lemish;1999; Paperback

Now in trade paperback, an eye-opening look at unsung canine heroes from World War I to the present. Terriers, shepherds, beagles, collies, huskies, and Dobermans are only a few of the breeds that have pulled sleds, searched caves and bunkers, and even parachuted into combat. Michael Lemish has collected true stories and rare photographs that reflect the strong bonds that have formed between war dogs and their masters as they worked together in dangerous situations.

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