Describes the characteristics of cocker spaniels, reviews the history of the breed, and provides information designed to help readers decide if a cocker spaniel is the right choice for them.

Introduces poodles, including a history of the breed, their characteristics, and how to care for them.

What's that dog with the broad head, stocky frame, and tough but tender attitude? It's a pit bull! Pit bulls are hardy dogs with lots of smarts and a great desire to please. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever--and it's easy to see why. If you're a pit bull fan, you'll want to learn all about these pooches, from their fearlessness and tremendous strength to their history in Great Britain and the United States. You'll also want to find out...

Introduces chihuahuas, including a history of the breed, their characteristics, and how to care for them.

What's that dog with the powder-puff coat, foxlike face, and bold personality? It's the Pomeranian! Pomeranians are cuddly dogs, yet they're also active and have loads of curiosity. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever―and it's easy to see why. If you're a Pomeranian fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its fluffy fur and pint-sized body to its history as a working dog in the Arctic regions. You'll also want to find out...

What's that dog with the perky ears, big eyes, and lively personality? It's the Boston terrier! Boston terriers are "people pooches" with playful spirits and keen intelligence. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever―and it's easy to see why. If you're a Boston terrier fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its smooth coat and sturdy body to its history as a fighting dog in Boston, Massachusetts. You'll also want to find out...

What's that dog with the massive body, wide head, and drooping cheeks? It's the Saint Bernard! Saint Bernards are courageous dogs with kind hearts and even-tempered personalities. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a Saint Bernard fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its muscular frame and keen sense of smell to its history as a search and rescue dog in Switzerland. You'll also want to...

What's that dog with the handsome looks, graceful walk, and body the size of a pony? It's the Great Dane! Great Danes are quiet dogs with gentle personalities and hearts of gold. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a Great Dane fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its roles in modern comic strips and movies to its history as a hunting dog in Germany. You'll also want to find out how to...

Learn the traits of these wonderful dogs and see how they have help people.

Explores the characteristics, history and needs of labrador retrievers.