i-SPY DogS What can you spot? - Introduction - How to use your i-SPY book

Oct 13, 2026

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An i-SPY dog-themed spotting book that introduces the origins and care principles of different dog breeds, emphasizing responsibility, exercise, grooming, and attention to each dog’s individual temperament shaped by environment. It also explains how the book is organized by original function and alphabetically within groups, and how to earn points for entries to complete an i-SPY certificate through observing star or circle markers.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryStory & Novel

FormatPDF

Pages68

Reading Time1 h 45 min

AccessFree to download

INTRODUCTION

How to use your i-SPY book

GERMAN POINTER (SHORT-HAIRED)

GERMAN POINTER

GUNDOG

HUNGARIAN VIZSLA

IRISH SETTER

i-SPY DogSWhatcan yoUspot? Published by Collins An imprint of HarperCollins PublishersWesterhill Road,Bishopbriggs,Glasgow G642QTwww.harpercollins.co.uk ⑥Michelin 2016 Collins@is a registered trademark of HarperCollns Publishers Ltd.Michelin⑧and the Michelin Man⑧are registered trademarks of Michelin.i-SPY⑧is a registered trademark of Michelin. Images ⑤Alamy or Shutterstock. Front cover image The Dog Photographer/Shutterstock.com All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced,stored in aretrieval system,or transmitted,in any form or by any means,electronic,mechanical,photocopying,recording or otherwise without the prior permission in writing of thepublisher and copyright owners. The contents of this publication are believed correct at the time of printing.Nevertheless the publisher can accept no responsibility for errors or omissions,changes in the detail given or for any expense or loss thereby caused.A cataloguerecord for this book is available from the British Library. Printed in China 10987654321 √FSC MIX Paper fromresponsible sources FSC C007454 www.fsc.org FSC"is a non-profit international organisation established to promote theresponsible management of the world's forests.Products carrying the FSClabel are independently certified to assure consumers that they come fromforests that are managed to meet the social,economic and ecological needsof present and future generations,and other controlled sources. Find out more about HarperCollins and the environment atwww.harpercollins.co.uk/green Discover the world around you with i-SPY. Visit www.collins.co.uk/i-SPY to see the full range or contact us at i-sPY@harpercollins.co.uk 人dS-! s6og # INTRODUCTION It is generally agreed nawadays that the many different breeds of dog are alldescended from that great wild dag,the walf.If yau have ever watched thebehaviour af wild walves an wildlife films ar even in zoos,you will realise that aurcuddly hausehald pets have many similar characteristics.Over the years,humanslearned ta breed dogs ta carry aut particular tasks.Same had strang herdinginstincts-and these became the shepherd dogs we knaw sa well taday. Others were just goad campanians and became 'man's best friend'.Takingan a dog is a great respansibility and shauld nat be taken lightly.Dags da natjust need feeding-they require regular exercise (same need a great deal)taensure their wellbeing.Many have caats that require a lot of care and mastimpartantly,in arder ta be happy they need lats of laving attentian.Rememberthat the character af the dag as described in this baak shauld anly be taken as aguide.Like all animals,including peaple,each dog is an individual with its awnpersanality and temperament. Again,like peaple,a dag's character will be influenced byits enviranment.Alsa,female dags may behave differentlythan male dags af the same breed.A dag is a lang termcammitment but if yau give yaur pet the care and attentianit deserves,awning a dag is a very rewarding experience. # How to use your i-SPY book The breeds of dog in this book have been arranged in groups according totheir original function-Gundag,Hound,Pastoral,Terrier,Tay,Uility andWorking-and within each group they are arranged alphabetically.You need1000 points fo send off for youri-SPY certificate (see page 64)but that is not toodificult because there are masses of paints in every book.Each entry has a staror circde and points value beside it.The stars representharder to spot entries.As you make each i-SPY,write your score in the circle or star. Top Spot! Size Medium Walks More than twohours a day Grooming More than oncea week A busy dog,he isaffectionate and has apleasant nature.Easy totrain,his dense,fine coat isnot difficult to keep clean. Points:20 Size Large Walks More than twohours a day Grooming More than onceaweek One of the most glamorousof all breeds,they makegreat working dogs as wellas lovable companions. # GERMAN PO

FAQs

What does the introduction say about where dog breeds come from?

It explains that many dog breeds are descended from a great wild dog (the wolf) and that domesticated dogs share similar characteristics. It also notes how humans selectively bred dogs to carry out particular tasks.

How do you complete the i-SPY certificate?

You need 1000 points to send off for the certificate. As you complete each i-SPY, write your score in the circle or star beside each entry.

What care guidance is given for taking on a dog?

The text stresses that taking a dog is a great responsibility and should not be taken lightly. Dogs need regular exercise, appropriate care for needs like grooming, and lots of loving attention to be happy.

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