The Sporting Bull Terrier (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - American Pit Bull Terrier)
Title | The Sporting Bull Terrier (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - American Pit Bull Terrier) PDF eBook |
Author | Eugene Glass |
Publisher | Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | 107 |
Release | 2011-03-29 |
Genre | Pets |
ISBN | 144654902X |
Originally published in the early 1900s, this extremely scarce work on the "Sporting" Bull Terrier or Pit Bull Terrier is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was an experienced and well respected dog man, and was editor of The Dog Fancier for a number of years. "The Sporting Bull Terrier" consists of one hundred pages containing sixteen detailed chapters: Historical. - The Standards. - Breeding and Care. - Training for the Pit. - The Training Machine. - The Spring Pole. - To Chain Break a Dog. - Rules of the Dog Pit. - Training for Rat Killing Matches. - Rules Governing Rat Killing Matches. - Ear Cropping. - Hints on Handling in the Pit. - Care of Dog After Battle. - Foul Tricks. - Diseases and Treatment. - Construction of a Kennel. The book also contains rare vintage photographs of famous Pit Bull Terriers and eighteen pages of early advertisements for Pit Bull Terriers, Treadmills, Dog Remedies, Equipment, etc. This is a fascinating read for any Pit Bull Terrier enthusiast or historian of the breed and contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest dog breed books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Thirty Years with Fighting Dogs (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - American Pit Bull Terrier)
Title | Thirty Years with Fighting Dogs (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - American Pit Bull Terrier) PDF eBook |
Author | George C. Armitage |
Publisher | Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | 251 |
Release | 2011-11-08 |
Genre | Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | 1447493796 |
THIRTY YEARS WITH FIGHTING DOGS GEORGE C. ARMITAGE. Originally published 1935, USA, this is a reprint of a fascinating historical document about fighting dogs. The original is very rare, expensive and much sought after by dogmen and collectors, both for its rarity and the information contained within. "Thirty Years With Fighting Dogs" is a look at the sport of dog fighting in the early 20th century through the eyes of George Armitage, an acknowledged master of the game. It contains 55 rare photographs including Galvin's Pup, John Noonan's Brandy, Tanner, Shipley's Pearlie, Saddler's Bozo, Dugan's Pat and many more. Many famous battles are related. The contents also include articles on Schooling a Young Dog, Selecting a Dog for Pit Purposes, Armitage's Rules, Sample Contract, Armitage's Keep, Feeding and Breeding. A fascinating look at a vanished era.
Bull Terriers (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - Bull Terrier)
Title | Bull Terriers (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - Bull Terrier) PDF eBook |
Author | Major Count V. C. Hollender |
Publisher | Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | 70 |
Release | 2011-03-23 |
Genre | Pets |
ISBN | 1446545091 |
Bull Terriers (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic - Bull Terrier) Originally published in the early 50s this scarce book on the Bull Terrier is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The one hundred and ten pages contain twenty one articles by an assortment of well known contributors. All have been heavily involved in Bull Terrier circles for many years, and write with the benefit of much practical experience with the breed. Contents include: - The Appeal of the Bull Terrier. - Here and There in 50 Years. - Bull Terriers Abroad. - Care of the In-Whelp Bitch and Weaning of a Litter. - How Heavy? How Large? - Bull Terrier Pedigrees in 1950. - Experts Opinions on the Breed. - Judges and Judging. - Stewarding. - Miniature Bull Terriers. - etc. The book is illustrated with black and white photos of famous dogs and their owners. This is a fascinating read for any Bull Terrier enthusiast or historian of the breed, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest dog breed books are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
The Bull Terrier - A Dog Anthology (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic)
Title | The Bull Terrier - A Dog Anthology (A Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic) PDF eBook |
Author | Various |
Publisher | Read Books Ltd |
Total Pages | 108 |
Release | 2021-06-28 |
Genre | Pets |
ISBN | 1528761553 |
THE BULL TERRIER - A DOG ANTHOLOGY gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from each of the following books, all of them written by renowned breed experts of their day. All of the original photos and illustrations are also reproduced. Contains Chapters From: A History and Description of the Modern Dogs of Great Britain and Ireland. The Terriers. First published London 1894. - The author of this three title was Rawdon B. Lee. He was well known as the editor of "The Field," and also author of the histories of "The Fox Terrier," "The Collie," and other important dog books. The three volumes were devoted to every breed of dog found in Great Britain and Ireland. Every aspect of their history, breeding and management is discussed in great detail. A particular feature of these books were the numerous detailed full page drawings by the famous dog artist Arthur Wardle, which are reproduced here in fine detail. THE DOG BOOK By James Watson - First published in London, 1906, in two volumes and limited numbers. Now a rare and much sought after work. Its full title is "A Popular History of the Dog, with Practical Information as to Care and Management of House, Kennel, and Exhibition Dogs; and Descriptions of All the Important Breeds. In Ten Parts." The contents were well illustrated with numerous photographs of leading and famous dogs of that era. James Watson was a renowned authority on all dog breeds and his knowledge is imparted in great detail throughout this famous book. Also, THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF THE DOG By Vero Shaw - This rare and desirable work was first published in parts over the years 1879 - 1881 and thoroughly described every aspect of over sixty breeds of dogs. Vero Shaw was a leading authority and editor of dog books and periodicals in the late nineteenth century, but this particular comprehensive work stands as a final testimony to his immense knowledge of the subject. Each breed was discussed in detail. Their physical points, temperaments,, and special abilities are given; celebrated dogs are discussed and pictured; and the history of the breed and pedigrees of famous champions are also provided. This classic work strongly influenced the direction of dog breeding in its time and for decades after. British Terriers: Their Breeding, Management, and Training for Show or Work. By J. Maxtee. This important early work on British Terriers was first published in London, 1909. John Maxtee was the author of this and other dog breed books, and was also editor of "The Fox Terrier," "The Greyhound," and "The Collie." His "British Terriers" contained two separate divisions - English and Welsh and Scotch and Irish. Some nineteen breeds of terrier were discussed in detail and the book contained many photographs of famous examples of each breed. Also, BRITISH DOGS - THE VARIOUS BREEDS. THE POINTS, SELECTION, SPECIAL TRAINING & MANAGEMENT, AND SHOW PREPARATION By W. D. Drury with contributions from numerous authorities. Originally published in two volumes in 1888, but a new edition of 1903 encompassed both volumes. It discusses in great detail over sixty dog breeds with many photographs and other illustrations. The chapters are penned by experts on the particular breeds and this book is now considered one of the finest reference works in the English language. The Twentieth Century Dog (Non - Sporting) and its companion volume The Twentieth Century Dog (Sporting) Edited by Herbert Compton. These two well illustrated volumes were first published in London 1904 and were compiled from the contributions of over five hundred experts. The editor first gleaned the professional views of dog judges, dog breeders and dog exhibitors by distributing over two thousand questionnaires to gain the information set out in these two leading dog books.
Bull Terriers
Title | Bull Terriers PDF eBook |
Author | Cou Hollender |
Publisher | Vintage Dog Books |
Total Pages | 120 |
Release | 2005-06-01 |
Genre | Pets |
ISBN | 1905124708 |
Originally published in the early 50s this scarce book on the Bull Terrier is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The one hundred and ten pages contain twenty one articles by an assortment of well known contributors. All have been heavily involved in Bull Terrier circles for many years, and write with the benefit of much practical experience with the breed. Contents include: - The Appeal of the Bull Terrier. - Here and There in 50 Years. - Bull Terriers Abroad. - Care of the In-Whelp Bitch and Weaning of a Litter. - How Heavy? How Large? - Bull Terrier Pedigrees in 1950. - Experts Opinions on the Breed. - Judges and Judging. - Stewarding. - Miniature Bull Terriers. - etc. The book is illustrated with black and white photos of famous dogs and their owners. This is a fascinating read for any Bull Terrier enthusiast or historian of the breed, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest dog breed books are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
The Sporting Bull Terrier
Title | The Sporting Bull Terrier PDF eBook |
Author | Eugene Glass |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 0 |
Release | 1989 |
Genre | Bull terrier |
ISBN |
The Bull Terrier
Title | The Bull Terrier PDF eBook |
Author | Williams Haynes |
Publisher | Vintage Dog Books |
Total Pages | 120 |
Release | 2006-01-01 |
Genre | Pets |
ISBN | 1846640830 |
THE BULL TERRIER By Williams Haynes A VINTAGE DOG BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT Originally published in 1912, this extremely scarce early work on the Bull Terrier is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was a much respected authority on various breeds of dogs, but favoured the Bull Terrier above all. Written in the author's own inimitable style, the book's one hundred and thirteen pages consists of seven Detailed chapters: The "White 'Un." The Bull Terriers History. Training the Bull Terrier. Terriers in Health. Terriers When Sick. The Principles of Dog Breeding. Dog Shows and Their Rules. This is a fascinating read for any Bull Terrier enthusiast or historian of the breed, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest dog breed books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Keywords: Bull Terrier Bull Terriers Breeds Of Dogs Inimitable Style Breed Books Williams Haynes Dog Breed Dog Breeding Dog Shows Books Series 1900s Historian Reprint Breeds Dogs