Dogs of the World - by Lili Chin (Hardcover)

About the Book

From the noble Afghan to indigenous village dogs, this vibrant illustrated gallery offers fascinating information on more than 400 dog breeds, from the author and illustrator of Doggie Language and Kitty Language--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

From the noble Afghan to indigenous village dogs, this vibrant illustrated gallery offers fascinating information on more than 600 dog breeds, from the author and illustrator of Doggie Language and Kitty Language.

Meet more than 600 types of dogs in this captivating canine gallery, from the English Springer Spaniel and Moroccan Aïdi to the Thai Ridgeback and the New Guinea Singing Dog. Packed with fascinating tidbits and hundreds of illustrations, Dogs of the World also shines a welcome spotlight on the world's 85 percent of dogs who are no breed at all, including mutts and village dogs.

You'll learn about different dog types and their working roles, such as herding, livestock guarding, scent detection, dog sports, and companionship, and understand what terms like purebred and landrace mean. Trace the history of our modern dogs through a vibrantly visual timeline, and pick up insights on breed health risks, personality traits, and how breed ancestry DNA tests work.

Featuring adorable artwork and research vetted by dog history experts, behavior professionals, and veterinarians, this is a loving and accessible guide to the diversity of our canine companions.

Review Quotes

"If you thought you knew a lot about dogs, think again! Dogs of the World by the fabulous Lili Chin takes you on a fascinating journey into how coevolution and selective breeding has resulted in the hundreds of dog breeds we see today. Chin's wonderful illustrations make this vast and complex subject entertaining and accessible, and you are sure to discover breeds you never even knew existed. This is one book that your dog definitely wants you to read!"--Victoria Stilwell, dog behavior expert, author, and TV host

"Playful yet well researched, Dogs of the World treats dogs not just as breeds, but also international citizens. From ancient dogs kept for their function, through the myriad resplendent mutts of today, Chin's illustrations smile out at you, happy to keep your company. This is a welcome addition and critical supplement to breed books."--Alexandra Horowitz, author of Inside of a Dog and The Year of the Puppy

About the Author

Lili Chin is a professional artist and the author of Doggie Language: A Dog Lover's Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend and Kitty Language: An Illustrated Guide to Understanding Your Cat. Her "Dogs of the World" posters were a viral internet sensation when first released and have spawned puzzles, calendars, and blankets. Lili is the artist of choice for illustrations of dogs, cats, and other animals for the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors UK, and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, among others. She offers illustration services, custom pet art, and more in her online gift shop. She and her husband live in Los Angeles with two rescue cats, Mambo and Shimmy.