Anatomy of the dog
Subtitle: in straightforward terms
By: by Kerstin Mielke ; [translated by Ute Weyer]
Publisher: Cadmos
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Great Britain
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
ISBN-13: 9783861279792
Subjects: Anatomy; Dogs; Physiology
Work titles: Anatomie des Hundes anschaulich und verständlich
Description: Many dog owners are fascinated not only by the coloring and character of their dog, but also by their physique and harmonious movements and this guide is for pet owners who want to find out more about how their dog?s body works and functions. Special emphasis is placed on movement and locomotion as these are of particular importance to all dogs. The inner organs, skin, coat, nervous system, senses, and physiology are also described in detail. There is a list of technical terms and their scientific equivalents at the end of the book, and detailed drawings help explain each area of the anatomy of the dog--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 96).

Translated from the German.
Table of contents: title: Introduction to anatomy; title: The locomotor system; title: Internal organs; title: Heart and circulation; title: The lymphatic system; title: Skin and hair; title: The nervous system; title: The senses.