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Record Nr.

UNINA9910150165103321

Autore

Wood Alix

Titolo

Miniature dogs / / by Alix Wood

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York : , : Windmill Books, , 2017

ISBN

1-4994-8160-8

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations, maps

Disciplina

636.7

Soggetti

Dogs

Dogs - Size

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Cute tiny dogs -- Why breed small dogs? -- Tiny chihuahuas -- The perfect lapdogs -- Little hunting terriers -- Caring for a miniature dog -- Teaching dogs tricks -- The trouble with teacups -- Working miniature dogs -- Sausage dog dachshunds -- Tiny helpful dogs -- Dog shows are fun.

Sommario/riassunto

"Dachshunds, pugs, and Chihuahuas are all popular dogs. Theyre also all miniature dogs. Readers discover fascinating facts about these and other lovable miniature dogs through engaging main text and eye-catching fact boxes. They explore the differences between miniature working dogs, assistance dogs, and hunting dogs, as well as toy dogs and lap dogs. As readers discover how to care for these popular pets, they also learn about important science topics, such as selective breeding. Dog lovers will enjoy the cute and colorful photographs on each page. A quiz is also included to help readers test their comprehension skills"--