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Tables of Contents for The Encyclopedia of the Dog
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Introduction
6
8
Development of the Dog
Evolution of the Dog
14
2
Distant Relatives
16
2
Close Relatives
18
6
Dogs and Humans
The First Domestic Dogs
24
2
Dogs in Folklore and Religion
26
2
Dogs in Art
28
2
Canine Collectables
30
2
Dogs in Literature
32
2
Dogs on Film
34
2
Dogs in Sports
36
2
Dogs in the Service of Humans
38
2
Dogs as Companions
40
6
Canine Design
The Skeleton
46
2
The Brain and Senses
48
2
Nerves, Muscles, and Movement
50
2
The Heart and Lungs
52
2
The Gastrointestinal System
54
2
Urinary and Reproductive Systems
56
2
The Skin and Coat
58
2
Biofeedback
60
6
The Language of Dogs
Courtship, Mating, and Birth
66
2
Growing Up
68
2
The Pack
70
2
Aggression and Affection
72
2
Communication
74
8
Domestic Dog Breeds
Introduction to Breed Types
82
2
Primitive Dogs
84
18
Sighthounds
102
16
Spitz-Type dogs
118
36
Scenthounds
154
48
Gundogs
202
50
Terriers
252
48
Livestock and Guarding Dogs
300
62
companion Dogs
362
30
Random-Bred Dogs
392
4
Caring For Your Dog
Choosing a Dog
396
2
Essential Equipment
398
2
Health and Safety
400
2
Feeding and Nutrition
402
2
Grooming
404
2
Traveling and Boarding
406
2
Behavioral Problems
408
2
Glossary
410
1
Index
411
5
Acknowledgments
416