""Dogs And All About Them"" by Robert Leighton is a comprehensive guide to the world of dogs. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of dog ownership and care. The first section provides a general overview of the history of dogs, as well as their anatomy and physiology. The second section delves into the different breeds of dogs, providing detailed information on each breed's characteristics, temperament, and history. The third section covers dog training, including basic obedience training, advanced training techniques, and problem-solving strategies. The fourth section focuses on the health and wellness of dogs, including nutrition, exercise, and preventative care. The final section of the book includes information on breeding and showing dogs, as well as tips for selecting a dog that will be a good fit for your lifestyle. ""Dogs And All About Them"" is a must-read for anyone who loves dogs or is considering adding a furry friend to their family.Many years ago Mr. Alfred de Rothschild tried, through his agents in China, to secure a specimen of the Palace dog for the writer, in order to carry on the Goodwood strain, but without success, even after a correspondence with Pekin which lasted more than two years; but we succeeded in obtaining confirmation of what we had always understood: namely, that the Palace dogs are rigidly guarded, and that their theft is punishable by death. At the time of the Boxer Rebellion only Spaniels, Pugs, and Poodles were found in the Imperial Palace when it was occupied by the Allied Forces, the little dogs having once more preceded the court in the flight to Si-gnanfu.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.