SPORTING TERRIERS: THEIR FORM, THEIR FUNCTION AND THEIR FUTURE.

2011 1st edition. 4to. Pp174,ad. Colour and b/w photographs throughout, b/w illustrations. Black boards.

This is an interesting and useful new work by Colonel David Hancock (Heritage of the Dog, Bullmastiffs - A Breeder's Guide, etc.). Hancock examines the current state of terrier breeds in the light of where they came from. He then examines the direction many breeds are taking for the future, and considers a number of what he terms emergent breeds. Underlying the discussion throughout is the author's huge, life-long experience. A good book which has much to say which is original and useful.