Schott’s Original Miscellany was a publishing phenomenon. It sired a host of sequels and parodies. But no matter how patiently and for how many years they begged, the potential canine readership was continually left to pine. Until now. A Dog-Lover’s Miscellany is how the original would have appeared had its creator been an obsessive dog owner. Or, indeed, a very literate dog. It parodies the randomness of entry and stylishness of design of the original, but is created entirely for dogs and their doting owners and admirers. The result is an irresistible pot-pourri of canine facts, embracing the essential, the trivial, the intriguing, and the extraordinary. The perfect kennel-top or coffee-table book to paw through at random, herein you will discover such treats as dog epigraphs; the origins of dog names; an international guide to the word “dog”; the oldest dog; weights and breeds; Crufts winners; Aesop’s fabled dogs; most popular breeds; dog bite statistics; Lassie; and dogs on the Titanic. It is, in short, the perfect companion for your perfect companion.

Dogs' Miscellany features a unique and elegant collection of fascinating facts, trivia, anecdotes and legends about dogs throughout the ages.

Dogs' Miscellany features a unique and elegant collection of fascinating facts, trivia, anecdotes and legends about dogs throughout the ages. For example, did you know that 22 per cent of the UK population own a dog? Dogs' Miscellany covers every aspect of the dog: from true stories of famous mutts to their long history, as well as biological and physiological information, curious tales, quotes, details of popular breeds, and much more. Chronicling the various exploits of dogs real and fictional, and sprinkled with sayings and observations from the greatest dog lovers, Dogs' Miscellany explores every age of man's enduring association with his canine companion, and promises to delight dog-lovers everywhere.

An irresistible pot-pourri of canine facts, embracing the essential, the trivial, the intriguing, and the extraordinary. The perfect coffee-table collection to paw through at random, herein you will discover such treats as dog epigraphs; the origins of dog names; an international guide to the word "dog"; the oldest dog; weights and breeds; Aesop's fabled dogs; and the story of the dogs on the Titanic. It is, in short, the perfect companion for your perfect companion.

This pocket-sized miscellany - packed with doggy facts, stories of the world's most impressive canine feats and famous mutts from literature, history and art, and tips on looking after your pooch - is perfect for anyone who values the trusty companionship of their favourite hound.

Dog Lover's Trivia is an irresistible potpourri of canine facts, embracing the essential, the trivial, the intriguing, and the extraordinary. Schott's Original Miscellany was a publishing phenomenon. It sired a host of sequels and parodies. But no matter how patiently and for how many years they begged, the potential canine readership was continually left to pine. Until now. Dog Lover's Trivia is how the original would have appeared had its creator been an obsessive dog owner. Or, indeed, a very literate dog. It parodies the randomness of entry and stylishness of design of the original, but is created entirely for dogs and their doting owners and admirers. The result is a fascinating collection of dog-related facts, including gems such as: Dog epigraphs The origins of dog names An international guide to the word "dog" The oldest dog Weights and breeds Crufts winners Aesop's fabled dogs Most popular breeds Dog bite statistics Lassie And dogs on the Titanic The perfect coffee table book to paw through at random or the latest addition to the satire section of your home library, Dog Lover's Trivia is, in short, the perfect companion for your perfect companion.

'There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face' - Ben Williams. 'Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent' - Milan Kundera. Did you know... Lassie, the collie that became famous in the 1942 movie Lassie Come Home, was played by several male dogs, despite the female name, because male collies were thought to look better on camera. This beautifully illustrated miscellany is a must-have for any dog lover. With quotations, stories, tips and trivia, as well as classic poems by Kipling and Barrett Browning, this delightful collection is as warm as a faithful companion at your feet.