WORKING TERRIERS: THE PRACTICAL METHODS. By Sean Frain.
# 2008 1st edition. 8vo (153 x 224mm). Ppviii,165. B/w photographs. Laminated boards, issued without dust-wrapper.
# Another great practical book from this noted author, who "takes a commonsense approach to modern terrier work that is based on the experience of terriermen who between them have been working earth dogs for several decades. The author traces the development of the principal breeds and includes anecdotes of past hunts and digs." Also serves as a good introduction to anyone wanting to either work their terrier or get involved in breeding working dogs. Chapters include:- The working breeds; Puppy or veteran?; Chosen quarry and reasons for hunting it; Bushing and ferreting; Ratting; Working to fox; Badger digging; Entering to mink; Working terrier packs; Maintaining working qualities in your terriers. Appended is a template letter seeking written permission from a landowner to hunt live quarry on their land.
# Another great practical book from this noted author, who "takes a commonsense approach to modern terrier work that is based on the experience of terriermen who between them have been working earth dogs for several decades. The author traces the development of the principal breeds and includes anecdotes of past hunts and digs." Also serves as a good introduction to anyone wanting to either work their terrier or get involved in breeding working dogs. Chapters include:- The working breeds; Puppy or veteran?; Chosen quarry and reasons for hunting it; Bushing and ferreting; Ratting; Working to fox; Badger digging; Entering to mink; Working terrier packs; Maintaining working qualities in your terriers. Appended is a template letter seeking written permission from a landowner to hunt live quarry on their land.
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44894
Author | Frain (Sean). |
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Book Code | 44894 |
ISBN | 1846890241 / 9781846890246 / PREVIOUS PRICE GBP 16.95. |
Book Description | Fine new copy. |
Book Cover | Hardcover |
Published Date | 2008 |
Publisher | Quiller Press. |
Place | Shrewsbury, Shropshire. |