Dogs of the World An Illustrated Compendium

<p>In <i>Dogs of the World</i>, animal illustrator Lili Chin introduces more than six hundred breeds of dog from around the globe in a captivating canine gallery, from the English Springer Spaniel and Moroccan Aïdi to the Thai Ridgeback and the New Guinea Singing Dog – as well as those dogs with no defined breed at all.<br><br>You’ll learn about different dog types and their working roles, such as herding, livestock guarding, scent detection, dog sports, and companionship; understand what terms like purebreed and landrace mean; trace the history of modern dogs through a vibrantly visual timeline; and pick up insights on breed health risks, personality traits, and how ancestry DNA tests work.<br><br>Featuring adorable artwork alongside rigorous research vetted by dog history experts, behaviour professionals and veterinarians, <i>Dogs of the World</i> is a loving and accessible guide to the diversity of our canine companions.</p>