K-9 Structure & Terminology (ePub)

Structure: the foundation for health and functionWhat sets apart the average dog enthusiast from the expert? Often it's an in-depth knowledge of the anatomyof the dog and a solid understanding of terminology used in the world of dogs. Do you know what a judge istalking about when he mentions "stifle let-down," "shallow brisket," or "excessive angulation?" K-9 Structureand Terminology defines and illustrates these and hundreds of other terms in easy to understand language soyou can train your mind and eye to evaluate dogs. All dogs need sound structure for health, show, work, orsport, and, by learning to see beneath the skin the reader will be more able to work with, understand, andappreciate canis familiaris.Gain a better understanding of:Breed Standards including breed variations.How the original purpose of the breed is expressed in the structure of the dog.Terminology used in veterinary care and dog sports, especially Conformation.How to identify what is right and sound in any dog you encounter.Bonus! A 31-page glossary of words including common and less common terms.What experts are saying about K-9 Structure and Terminology:"If you wish to significantly improve your knowledge of canine conformation, K-9 Structure andTerminology provides a...comprehensive description of the details...of canine variation. And it doesso with a clear focus on the importance of establishing a common terminology that can be understoodand applied."James W. Edwards, Ph.D., Professor of Biology, Emeritus, Salem College; AKC, Director, JudgingResearch and Development"All of us in the dog world should strive for perfection...We need to train our eyes and our hands torecognize the strengths in a dog's structure and movement. This book is an excellent guide in ourunending quest of applicable knowledge."Pat Hastings, author of Tricks of the Trade. From Best Intentions to Best in Show, AKC Judge andnoted lecturerEdward M. Gilbert is a multiple breed and group AKC judge, lecturer, and writer. His engineering andtechnical writing background makes him especially well-suited to the task of explaining canine structureand terminology. He lives in California with his wife Pat and their retired Champion Afghans andSalukis.Thelma Brown, AKC Emeritus judge, worked side by side with her husband Curtis Brown breeding andshowing dogs beginning in 1937. She is retired and living in Californi