Wild Discovery Guide to Your Dog: Understanding and Caring for the Wolf Within

From barking to marking, wet noses to wagging tails, this informative guide answers the most puzzling questions about that most companionable of animals, the dog. In the spirit of the Discovery Channel television series Wild Discovery, this book delves into the heart of dog behavior, every beat of which is an echo of the wolf ancestors in each dog's bloodline. For example, the wolf's defense of territory is reflected in the dog's wild barking at strangers, and wolf-pack hierarchy is seen in the domestic dog's devotion to his human master.

Featured in this indispensable resource are:
-- Details of the similarities between domestic and wild dogs
-- Insights into the dog's design, senses, life stages, and behavior
-- Advice on choosing and training a dog
-- A clear, comprehensive guide to dog care
-- An authoritative directory of 50 major dog breeds

Filled with vivid color photographs, this unique, insightful, and entertaining volume is sure to strike the fancy of first-time dog owners and veteran dog lovers alike.