Amanda O'Neill

Introduces the physical characteristics and evolution of dogs and describes different kinds of dogs and how to care for a dog as a pet.

Answers such questions about reptiles as why do snakes stare, why are frogs and newts reptiles, and which reptile lives longest.

Profiles of 100 popular dog breeds, arranged by size of dog. Detailed descriptions are complemented with a question-and-answer section that gives unbiased information on suitability of each breed as a family pet, ease of training, exercise and grooming needs, and more.--From publisher description.