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When Tim McHenry first set eyes on Dixie, he sensed that his
life would never be quite the same. Dixie had been hit by a car
which resulted in the loss of her left front leg. She was given a
second chance thanks to the compassion of a shelter director and
the skill of a generous veterinarian.
Tim adopted Dixie. Her rehabilitation became Tim's
responsibility. Little did he know that he would be the one who
would soon need rescuing. Together, Tim and Dixie discovered that
their extraordinary love would ultimately lead them on a path to
redemption and give them both a leg to stand on.
Fluffy belongs to the McNabbs who lives on the same block as
Katrina. Katrina looks forward to coming outside to play with
Fluffy all day long. He protects the community from any harm and
danger. All the neighbors love him. Keep animals happy by playing,
giving them plenty of water, feeding, walking them, and keeping up
with their visits at the Veterinary (pet hospital).
A fascinating selection of early writings on the running dog or
sight hound. Two hundred well illustrated pages deal with history,
origins, breeding, management, sport, showing, etc. Most of this
compilation dates from the early 1900s and is sourced from first
editions of rare dog books of that period. Breeds discussed are The
Greyhound and Allied Eastern Hounds - The Whippet - The Borzoi -
Deerhounds - Irish Wolfhounds - Prairie Longdogs - etc. Many of the
earliest dog books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and
before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home
Farm Books are republishing many of these classic works in
affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text
and artwork.
THE SPORTING BULL TERRIER. A BOOK OF GENERAL INFORMATION VALUABLE
TO OWNERS, TRAINERS, HANDLERS AND BREEDERS OF BULL TERRIERS. By
Eugene Glass. A VINTAGE DOG BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. 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
1900's 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.
Stella is a Saluki, a purebred Arabian Desert princess and somewhat
of a diva. Much to her chagrin, she has fallen into the hands of a
family of infidels and is forced to reside with them and their
revolting common dog. She, on the other hand, dreams of a life
amongst her fellow Bedouin canines, roaming the deserts and hunting
for game. Stella spends her time plotting a regime change, passing
her days in "captivity" by tormenting both the infidels who think
they own her and their dog. This is the diary of a sleek canine
princess, who documents her days with her "owners" and the methods
she employs to torment them. The story takes place over a two-year
period in the home of British ex-patriots living in Saudi Arabia.
This clever novel will take you where you have never gone before.
Living With Infidels: The Diary of a Saluki - A Hound's Tail is a
story you will not soon forget. First-time author Karen Ibbotson
was inspired to write this tale by the crazy antics of her dogs.
Born in North Yorkshire, she currently lives in Saudi Arabia.
Publisher's website:
http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/LivingWithInfidels-TheDiaryOfASaluki-AHoundsTail.html
THE MODERN AIREDALE By W. J. Phillips A VINTAGE DOG BOOKS CLASSIC
REPRINT This scarce early work on the "King of Terriers" was first
published in 1921. First editions are now extremely expensive and
very hard to find. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the
original text and photographs. The author was a well known
personality in the Airedale world of his day, and writes from many
years of experience. In these pages he has spared no information
likely to be of beneficial help to the Airedale lover. The first
portion of this work deals with the origin and earliest period of
the Airedale, under its three names: Waterside Terriers, Bingley
Terriers, and finally Airedale Terriers. The book's one hundred and
sixty pages contain fifteen detailed chapters, including three by
other authors: "Stone Age" of the Airedale. - From Waterside
Terrier to Airedale Terrier. - Arrival of the Airedale. - Twenty
Years with the Champions. - Breeding and Preparation for Shows. -
Stripping the Airedale by C.W. Buttles. - Anatomy of the Dog. -
Diseases. - Handling and Ring Etiquette. - Whelping, Rearing,
Feeding. - Pedigrees and Inbreeding. - Standard and Points. -
Training the Airedale and Hunting Big Game by J.G. Keefe. -
Airedales on the Farm by W.H. Lingo. - A Directory of Leading
Breeders. The contents are well illustrated by dozens of vintage
photos of famous Airedales, and many line drawings. This is a
fascinating read for any Airedale enthusiast or historian of the
breed, with much of the information 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 DOGBOOKS are republishing these
classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using
the original text and artwork.
A PUZZLE THE SHAPE OF A DOG - and as long as a dog at more than a
metre long! Piece together 26 different breeds to get one big
sausage dog. LEARN about different dog breeds and identify your
favourites. Kids and parents alike can delight in recognizing
familiar breeds and learning new ones in Seungyoun Kim's gorgeous
illustration. CHUNKY PIECES perfect for small hands SUITABLE FOR
AGES 4+
"Within what I hope will become this dog-eared work" says Stephen
Poxon, "365 shaggy dog stories are homed with verses of Scripture
to encourage, inform and possibly even amuse. Use them as a dog
might treat a puddle - to gaze upon with curiosity, to dip into, or
to have a jolly good splash around. It might be that a line from a
reflection will lead you towards a deeper concept. It might be that
a thought provides a timely contemplation for the day, relevant to
your circumstances and concerns. A year's worth of delightful
reflections on dogs known and loved, each leading into a
consideration of some aspect of God's character. "It is my prayer,
as a dog devotee who tries to follow God, that these readings bring
reminders of His love. As the seasons change and experiences vary
between good, bad, and indifferent, may our relationship with a
loving Heavenly Father remain a rewarding constant."
GREAT DANES: PAST AND PRESENT BY DR MORELL MACKENZIE A VINTAGE DOG
BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. Originally published in 1912, this extremely
rare early work on the Great Dane is much sought after. VINTAGE DOG
BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and photographs,
as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was a
highly respected breeder of the day and book's 222 pages cover all
aspects of the Great Dane. It starts with the history of the breed
and moves on to discuss buying, breeding, feeding and showing
amongst many other topics. It also features over 50 photographs of
champion Great Danes of the Day. This is a fascinating read for any
great Dane afficionado 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 reprinting these classic works in
affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text
and artwork. CHAPTERS: I: HISTORY II: BREEDING PRINCIPLES III: THE
MAIN BREEDING POINTS IV: DESIRABLE POINTS, AND DEFECTS V: MATING,
WHELPING AND REARING VI: CLUBS AND STANDARD OF POINTS VII: GREAT
DANE TYPE VIII. COLOUR BREEDING IX. FEEDING X. KENNELS AND EXERCISE
XI. CHARACTER AND ANECDOTES XII. COMMONER AILMENTS OF GREAT DANES
XIII. SHOWS AND SHOWING Keywords: Great Dane Breed Books Great
Danes Morell Mackenzie Photographs Dog Breed Books Series
Afficionado 1900s Historian Reprint Champion Classic Breed
AUSTRALIAN BARKERS AND BITERS By Robert Kaleski. A VINTAGE DOG
BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. Originally published in Sydney 1914 in a
Limited Edition, this rare early dog book is both expensive and
hard to find in its first edition. A later, and still very scarce
edition was enlarged and revised with the addition of many early
dog breed photographs. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished this
edition using the original text and photographs, as part of their
Classic Breed Books series. Although this book deals mainly with
observations, history and research on the Kelpi, Heeler, and other
Australian Sheep and Cattle Dogs, several other dog breeds peculiar
to Australia are discussed in some detail. Two hundred and fifty
six pages contain twenty two comprehensive chapters: - The Origin
of the Dog. - Variations of the Dog Species. - Creation of Tame
Dogs. - The Noble Dingo. - The Australian Cattle Dog. - The Kelpie.
- The Barb. - Sheep-dog Trials. - Judging and Buying. - Kangaroo
Dogs. - Bush Greyhounds. - True Greyhounds. - Beagles. - Cocker
Spaniels. - Fox Terriers. - Alsatian Wolf Dog. - Laws on Dogs. -
Dog Fighting. - Dog Fancying. - Australian Dog Workers. - A Premier
Sheep-dog Trial Judge. - "God's Dogs." This is a fascinating read
for any Sheep and Cattle Dog enthusiast or historian of the breeds,
and contains much information that is still useful and practical
today. Many of the earliest dog breed books, particularly those
dating back to the 1900, s 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: Sheep Dogs Cattle Dogs
Buying Dogs Sheep Dog Trials Bush Australian Sheep Australian
Cattle Dog Kelpi Dog Breeds Kangaroo Creation Dingo Kelpie
Photographs Dog Breed Breed Books Books Series Heeler Book Deals
Barkers
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.
From two-time National Book Award nominee Melissa Fay Greene comes
a profound and surprising account of dogs on the front lines of
rescuing both children and adults from the trenches of grief,
emotional, physical, and cognitive disability, and post-traumatic
stress disorder. The Underdogs tells the story of Karen Shirk,
felled at age twenty-four by a neuromuscular disease and facing
life as a ventilator-dependent, immobile patient, who was turned
down by every service dog agency in the country because she was
"too disabled." Her nurse encouraged her to tone down the suicidal
thoughts, find a puppy, and raise her own service dog. Karen did
this, and Ben, a German shepherd, dragged her back into life. "How
many people are stranded like I was," she wondered, "who would lead
productive lives if only they had a dog?" A thousand
state-of-the-art dogs later, Karen Shirk's service dog academy, 4
Paws for Ability, is restoring broken children and their families
to life. Long shunned by scientists as a manmade, synthetic
species, and oft- referred to as "Man's Best Friend" almost
patronizingly, dogs are finally paid respectful attention by a new
generation of neuroscientists and animal behaviorists. Melissa Fay
Greene weaves the latest scientific discoveries about our
co-evolution with dogs with Karen's story and a few exquisitely
rendered stories of suffering children and their heartbroken
families. Written with characteristic insight, humanity, humor, and
irrepressible joy, what could have been merely touching is a
penetrating, compassionate exploration of larger questions: about
our attachment to dogs, what constitutes a productive life, and
what can be accomplished with unconditional love.
This superb book of the Fox Terrier was first published in London
1889 and even today remains a classic book of the breed. First
editions are very rare, expensive, and much sought after. VINTAGE
DOG BOOKS have now republished it, using the original text and the
splendid illustrations by the famous dog artist Arthur Wardle.
Rawdon Lee was a celebrated author of several important dog books
and was Kennel Editor of "The Field." The books one hundred and
fifty seven pages contain seven detailed chapters on: - Old Writers
on Terriers. - History and Origins. - Terrier Values. - Early
Shows. - Famous Dogs. - Ear Dropping and Other Malpractices. -
Kennels. - Scale of Points. - Working and Training. - Wire-haired
Fox Terriers. - Yorkshire and Devonshire Strains. - Rev. John
Russell's Terriers. - Breeding and Rearing. - Preparing for Shows.
- List of Clubs. Etc. This is a fascinating read for any 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
1900's 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.
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