{"product_id":"a-matter-of-breeding-a-biting-history-of-pedigree-dogs-and-how-the-quest-for-status-has-harmed-mans-best-friend-9780807033432","title":"A Matter of Breeding: A Biting History of Pedigree Dogs and How the Quest for Status Has Harmed Man's Best Friend","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Michael Brandow\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Beacon Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Beacon Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Dogs - Breeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA provocative look at the 'cult of pedigree' and an entertaining social history of purebred dogs--\"a must-read for all dog lovers\" (\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e So-called \"purebreds\" are the mainstay of the dog industry. Expert Michael Brandow argues these aren't time-honored traditions--but rather commercial inventions of the 19th century that were marketed as status symbols to a growing middle class. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Combining social history and consumer studies with sharp commentary, this reveals the sordid history of the dog industry and shows how our brand-name pets pay the price with devastatingly poor health. It includes chapters devoted to popular breeds such as: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e - Golden Retrievers\u003cbr\u003e - Boston Terriers\u003cbr\u003e - English Bulldogs\u003cbr\u003e - Labrador Retrievers \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e An essential read for animal lovers and animal rights activists everywhere, \u003ci\u003eA Matter of Breeding\u003c\/i\u003e is a fresh take on the history pedigree dogs and encourages us to love \u003ci\u003eall\u003c\/i\u003e our furry friends--no matter the coat color or price tag.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"If you're considering welcoming a dog (or two) into your family, read Michael Brandow's fascinating and eye-opening book before visiting a pet store or breeder.\"\u003cbr\u003e --Betsy Banks Saul, founder of Petfinder.com\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46311675494551,"sku":"9780807033432","price":1947.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780807033432.webp?v=1767703033","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/a-matter-of-breeding-a-biting-history-of-pedigree-dogs-and-how-the-quest-for-status-has-harmed-mans-best-friend-9780807033432","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}