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San Francisco
APRIL 2006
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In Learn More the National Geographic magazine team shares some of its best sources and other information to expand your knowledge of our featured subjects. Special thanks to the Research Division.
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 Did You Know?
Although many localities in the U.S. have health codes that prohibit dogs from being inside restaurants, some countries—like Germany—don't have these. It is common in Germany to find a well-behaved dog lying beneath the table or chair of a restaurant patron. Dogs are also seen riding in public transportation without incident. Germany does have its dog controversies, however: In response to a series of dog maulings, the government has banned various dog breeds—including the American Staffordshire terrier, the Staffordshire bull terrier, and the bull terrier—from entering the country.
—Karen Courtnage
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Related Links
Humane Society: Selecting the Right Pet for You
www.hsus.org/pets/pet_adoption_information/
selecting_the_right_pet_for_you_pure_or_mixed_breed.html
If you want to add a canine member to your family but are unsure what kind, this may be a good starting point. This website provides information on how to doggie-proof your home, what supplies are needed, and more. There's also information on cats.
American Kennel Club
www.akc.org
Discover the varieties of dog breeds by going to this site. It contains information on breed clubs, dog shows, and other events, as well as tips on responsible dog ownership.
Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America
members.tripod.com/mbdca
Now mutts have a club too. You can even register your dog and compete in obedience, tracking, and luring trials.
Dog Breed Selector
sy.adiho.com/ASA/Controller?adi_hasScript=1&_AD_195R22=85&
adi_scriptSID=0AD3B8302ACA5691A0A0C3E1D3ED7FC0&sysid=
4&appid=9901
Complete a questionnaire to find the dog breed most suitable for your lifestyle.
Fun Activities With Your Dog
www.dogplay.com
Find a trove of games, tricks, trips, and other activities you can do with your dog.
Dog Scouts
www.dogscouts.com
Yes, there's a scout organization for dogs. You and your dog can participate in many outdoor activities and earn badges as you progress.
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Bibliography
Crawford, Leslie. "What's Hounding San Francisco." San Francisco, March 2003.
Lelchuk, Ilene. "Barking Up That Same Old Tree." San Francisco Chronicle, July 6, 2005.
U.S. Census Bureau. "San Francisco Population County, California Population Trends." Available online at factfinder.census.gov.
Van Derbeken, Jaxon. "SF Mother Pleads Not Guilty to Endangerment in Son's Death." San Francisco Chronicle, June 25, 2005.
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NGS Resources
Lange, Karen E . "From Wolf to Woof: The Evolution of Dogs." National Geographic (January 2002), 2-11.
O'Neill, Catherine. Dogs on Duty. National Geographic Books, 1988.
"Search-and-Rescue Dogs." National Geographic World (March 1986), 4-9.
"Making the Grade in Dog School." National Geographic World (November 1982), 11-14.
"Racing Across Alaska." National Geographic World (January 1981), 29-35.
Foster, Joanna. Dogs Working for People. National Geographic Books, 1972.
Linehan, Edward J. "Dogs Work for Man: Intelligent and Eager, Man's Oldest Friend Learns New Ways to Catch Thieves, Find the Lost, and Master Other Tricky Tasks." National Geographic (August 1958), 190-233.
Vosburgh, Frederick G. "Dogs of Duty and Devotion." National Geographic (December 1941), 769-74.
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