Encyclopedia of North American Sporting Dogs

Encyclopedia of North American Sporting Dogs
Author: Steve Smith
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Dog breeds
ISBN: 9781572235014

This heavily illustrated, full-color volume includes thorough discussions on seventh-six spaniel, retriever, pointer, hound, and versatile breeds. It also features tips on selecting a puppy, anatomy, pedigrees, and breeding.

101 Dog Illustrations

101 Dog Illustrations
Author: Gladys Emerson Cook
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 130
Release: 2012-11-20
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0486154106

A blue-ribbon collection of 116 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, these dramatically detailed lithographs include sporting and non-sporting dogs, hounds, working dogs, terriers, and toys. Captions.

The Kennel Club's Illustrated Breed Standards: The Official Guide to Registered Breeds

The Kennel Club's Illustrated Breed Standards: The Official Guide to Registered Breeds
Author: The Kennel Club
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 1251
Release: 2017-02-23
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1473550742

The Kennel Club's Breed Standards form the basis for judging dogs at all licensed breed shows. This fully revised edition of the authoritative guide outlines the descriptive 'standards' for each of the 201 pure breeds of dog now recognised by the Kennel Club. The book has been completely updated by a panel of experts to incorporate the latest standards for all breeds in each of the principal categories - Hound, Gundog, Terrier, Utility, Working, Pastoral and Toy. As well as providing a beautiful colour photograph of each dog, each entry contains a history of the breed, including its origins and function, as well as a full description outlining its essential features. There is also useful advice on the nature of each breed and practical information to help guide anyone who is buying a dog, as well as a glossary of canine terms. This book is essential reading for anyone who owns, or hopes to own, a pedigree dog and is indispensable for breeders, judges and those professionally involved with dogs.

Mixed Breeds For Dummies

Mixed Breeds For Dummies
Author: Miriam Fields-Babineau
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 298
Release: 2007-05-04
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0470184973

Mixed Breeds For Dummies takes the mystery out of mixed breed dogs and gives you the 411 on everything you need to know about owning your very own Heinz 57. Whether your mixed breed dog is a mangy mutt, a reserved rescue dog, or a dainty designer dog, one thing is for certain—he needs just as much love and attention as his purebred peers. Mixed Breeds For Dummies shows you how to: Decide which mixed breed is right for you Find a puppy or adult mixed breed dog Test your dog’s temperament Housebreak your dog and teach him basic commands Overcome mixed breed training challenges Weigh the pros and cons of “designer dogs” (such as Labradoodles, Cockapoos, and Puggles) Groom and exercise your mixed breed dog Care for senior dogs Mixed Breeds For Dummies explains how a dog doesn’t need a pedigree to make a fantastic companion and shows you how, sometimes, a little of this, a little of that can be all the more rewarding!

101 Ways to Do More with Your Dog

101 Ways to Do More with Your Dog
Author: Kyra Sundance
Publisher: Quarry Books
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1610580702

Play, jump, drive, pull, help, or just soak up the limelight—101 Ways to Do More with Your Dog builds confidence and jump starts the bonding process between dog and owner. You will never have a bored, rainy day again! See happy dogs and their owners participating in a wide range of activities together, and bringing joy to others, and you, too, will be inspired to find new things to do with your beloved dog. You may have heard of agility, search & rescue, or thought, “My dog should be on TV!” With our busy schedules and demands on our time, we can’t always convert our dreams into reality. With 101 Ways to Do More with Your Dog, you have 101 easy ways to get inspired. For each activity, you’ll learn the best type of dog, how to get started, and where to find governing organizations. Then, you go one step further: enjoy the visual, step-by-step instruction on how to teach your dog the basics. That way, you can try the sport out on your own at home, without the commitment of signing up for a class. And if you DO decide that this is an activity that you'd like to pursue, you can go into a class with confidence! Activities for you and your dog include: -Volleyball -Jump Rope -Scent Work -Sledding -How to work with hearing-impaired dogs -Becoming a therapy dog, an animal actor, a dog blood donor, and much more!

Positive Herding 101: Dog-friendly Training

Positive Herding 101: Dog-friendly Training
Author: Barbara Buchmayer
Publisher: Positive Herding Dog
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2021-08-13
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781736844311

Positive Herding 101 is the first in a set of two books that cover training herding using positive reinforcement. Marker or clicker training is started in a house or small yard with cones, treats, and toys with no livestock present.

Hounds

Hounds
Author: Sara Green
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1648341195

A beagle follows its nose. It is looking for a treat. Found it! This loyal dog is one of many breeds that are part of the hound group. Hound dogs were bred for hunting, but they also make great pets! In this high-interest book, leveled text and engaging photos introduce the history of the hound group, from early breeds to the jobs they do today. Special features highlight champion dogs, compare breed sizes, and list the most popular breeds. Four two-page breed profiles round out this fun book about this hard-working dog group!

Dog Training

Dog Training
Author: Jason Smith
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2007-03-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 161673342X

There is nothing more pleasing to an avid bird hunter than to watch a well-trained sporting dog do what it was bred to do: hunt. Likewise, there is nothing more pleasing to a pet owner than to watch their well-trained family dog interact in a calm and controlled manner with family and friends. With step-by-step instructions and detailed photographs and illustrations, this book provides proven information for achieving the best of both those worlds. Everything is discussed from choosing a sporting breed (retriever or pointer), to basic family-friendly obedience commands, to introducing the dog to the sound of a gun, competing in field trials and hunt tests, using an electronic collar, and keeping your sporting dog happy and healthy. It even covers how the nation's top trainers troubleshoot some of the more common problems faced in the field.

The New Complete Dog Book

The New Complete Dog Book
Author: The American Kennel Club
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 1344
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1621871746

The New Complete Dog Book is the American Kennel Club’s “Bible” of dogs. For the past 88 years it has been the ultimate breed resource—the one book that no purebred dog aficionado and expert can live without. In addition to being the longest continually published dog book in history, it is also the most successful dog book ever published, with over two million copies sold. The revised and updated 22nd edition contains revised breed standards, changes in breed classifications, and recently recognized breeds. Dog owners, breeders, and clubs will find the most current information here on AKC registration, competitive events, and programs. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club—over 200 breeds—this new 22nd edition offers readers: Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed, including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology

The Blue Book of Dogs

The Blue Book of Dogs
Author: Julie Muszynski
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2007-10-23
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 0061238880

Originally published in the 1930s, these books present a collage of four to five images for each dog breed, culled from vintage graphics, vintage playing cards, postcards, illustrations, fine art, and photography. Each book showcases 60 different breeds, from sporting and working dogs to terriers and toy dogs.