3 Vintage Dog Training and Showing Books
Included are:
Dual Ring Dog - Successful Training for Both Conformation and Obedience Competition by Jacqueline Fraser and Amy Ammen, Copyright 1991 by Howell Book House. Hardcover book in excellent condition. From back cover of the book:
"At mot dog shows, there are two worlds to conquer. There is the conformation world, in which dogs are judged on their state of physical perfection, and there is the obedience world, in which dogs are judges on how well they perform various exercises designed around sensible training for a well-behaved companion. Just about any show dog can also shine in obedience. All it takes is some attention to detail and the guidance you'll find in Dual Ring Dog - the first book that specifically addresses the training requirements of the two-career canine. Whether you are planning to work in conformation and obedience from the start, or want to try a new champion in a fresh challenge, you'll find Dual Ring Dog has the insights you need for the results you want. All the exercises in Novice, Open and Utility classes are completely covered, whether you simply want to qualify your dog for a title or have designs on developing a world-class perfomer. How far you go depends on you. Dual Ring Dog is the best road map you will find for the adventure. While learning from the in-depth advice, you'll benfit from the helpful photos and enjoy the delightful cartoons throughout. If you see the dog show world as a dual conquest, you need Dual Ring Dog to help you in your game plan."
How to Show Your Own Dog by Virginia Tuck Nichols, Copyright 1969 by T.F.H. Publications, Inc. Hardcover book with colored picture front cover so no dust jacket needed. From back cover of the book:
"Here is an all-inclusive accurate picture of dog handling. Interestingly and informatively written it shows the reader how he can double the enjoyment he gets out of placing his dog in shows, by handling the dog himself. How much more rewarding it is to know that you have been a part if making your dog a champion than merely to have been a spectator. In How To Show Your Own Dog Mrs. Nichols covers the field step by step from the early training that a show animal should receive, down to the day by day, hour by hour procedure to be followed in all kinds of dog shows, big and small. There is even a chapter on equipment, another on what to do and what not to do when your're waiting for your turn to show, another on how to behave in the ring and with the judges. One of the best known breeders and show ring personalities in the East, Virginia Tuck Nichols is eminently qualified to write a book on shows and handling."
Book is in excellent condition except there is a card pocket inside the front cover and a stamp on the page beside it stating information on ownership. This was a private library for a dog club not from a public library. Therefore, it doesn't have the typoical stamps on oage edges or barcodes or stickers on the back. There are no bent, lose, or torn pages and no markings or writing on pages. Cover is in excellent condition with no bend or damaged corners or edges and no stickers anywhere.
Dog Training Made Easy For You and Your Dog by Wm. Cary Duncan and Illustrated by Ernest H. Hart, Copyright 1940 Bell Publishing. Hardcover book with dust jacket. From inside the flap of the dusy jacket:
"Dog training made easy is written for the average dog owner who wants his dog well trained but has no particular interest in making a show dog of his pet. Out of his long experience as both dog expert and writer, Mr. Duncan has written one of the most practical and useful books in its field. The book beginsby discussing what breed fits your purse and personality. Then it helps you to select a pup, with tips on the tricks sometimes worked on the cocksure buyer. It guides you from the time the pup arrives, car-sick and bewildered, at his new home, until he is a perfect canine gentleman. Such subjects as: the first meal, the matter of bedding, house-breaking, motor manners, the chronic barker, chicken killers, training for simple Obedience Tests - are discussed in easy, friendly fashion and with the authority of Mr. Duncan's vast experience.
Book is in excellent condition. Previous owner's name is stamped inside the front cover on the first page that is blank. Otherwise there are no bent, loose, or torn pages and no marks or writing throughout the book. Pages are slightly discolored due to age but very nice looking book. Dust jacket is also in excellent condition.
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