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Those Amazing Newfoundland Dogs

Those Amazing Newfoundland Dogs

Those Amazing Newfoundland Dogs

Jan Bondeson

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cfz
Año de edición:
2012
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Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9781905723966
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Known in Britain at least since the 1730s, Newfoundland dogs have been highly regarded for their bravery, intelligence and water rescue ability. This book resurrects the forgotten history of the Newfoundland dog, using original sources and illustrations to shed new light on this magnificent breed.

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