Gundog General

Gundogs Unveiled is a unique book covering a wide range of topics about gundogs, from their historical beginnings to their role in modern society. Thirty recognized Gundog breeds are described and illustrated with almost 300 carefully selected photographs and illustrations.

Breeds are compared in easily referenced tables. Gundog Terminology is explained in simple terms, illustrated by over twenty original purpose-drawn graphics. General topics such as care and management of dogs in our modern society complement the breed information.

This book is written by Jane Harvey, a well-respected dog expert, author and judge. Over the last ten years, her widely acclaimed website, www.JaneDogs.com, was used as a platform to attract material from Gundog specialists. These contributions, now refined and peer reviewed, are presented in this contemporary book written for anyone with an interest in Gundogs.

Gundog Health and Welfare aims to provide concise guidance for those who aspire to acquire a healthy puppy as well as existing owners of gundogs so they might be reasonably informed on how best to ensure their dogs live healthy, happy, active lives and are able to assure their immediate care should they become ill or injured.

* Keeping your puppy healthy and introducing him to the outside world

* Reducing the risks of injury and disease

* First aid in the field

* Recognising and dealing with illnesses

* Caring for the older dog

Tony Buckwell (BVet Med, DLAS, MRCVS) is a veterinary surgeon who worked in mixed, predominantly small animal practice, prior to a variety of senior management roles in industry, with a large animal breeder and in academia, each relating to the veterinary care and general welfare of a variety of animal species. Tony has a life-long passion for dogs, natural history and country pursuits. Tony volunteers his expertise to the Kennel club and regularly writes for Shooting Times magazine, answering questions on the health care and general welfare of working gundogs.

Author - Judi Seall - Publisher - First Stone

This masterpiece is compiled from the scrapbooks of H Reginald Cooke who, during the early 1900s was intimately connected with all the developments which make up the present structure of the Working Retriever.

It offers wonderful historical and anecdotal gems and the text is splendidly complemented by a fantastic collection of photographs from the time.

Full of essential and historical information on dog breeding, field trialling and showing as well as offering a rich such a rich collection of pictures, it is a vital example of gundog heritage which must not be allowed to disappear from view.

Author - Freeman Lloyd - Publisher - Vintage Dog Books

Originally published in the early 1930s, this hard to find book has been republished by Vintage Dog books using the original text and photographs

The book's one hundred and twenty seven pages contain detailed chapters on: Setters of Yesterday and Today. - The Setter in Art. - Early Llewellin Setters in America. - English Laverack Setters in America. - A Glance at the Past. - Scenting Powers. - Various Paintings of Setters. - Training Setters as Gun Dogs - Temperament. - Rearing. - Reminiscences. - Irish Setters. - The Black and Tan or Gordon Setter. - Points of the Gordon, English, and Irish Setter. - Recent Setter Importations.

This is a fascinating read for any Setter enthusiast or historian of the breed.

LABRADOR PROPER CARE OF - Publisher - TFH

Author - Argue - Publisher - Swanhill

This comprehensive book, from a breeder and trainer, contains 198 pages covering the training and rearing of the British breeds - the Pointer, English, Irish and Gordon Setters.

The book outlines the historical development of the breeds and explains what the breeds are meant to do giving valuable advice on Choosing and rearing a puppy, training, shooting practices and falconry.

Author - Tarrant - Publisher - Stackpole

Veteran trainer and hunter Bill Tarrant goes beyond simple gun dog training and teaches handlers how to correct flaws in a dog's behaviour in the field.

He first explains how to 'read' a dog -- how to identify faults such as hard mouth and gun shyness -- and then prescribes solutions for problems specific to each of the three major classifications of gun dogs -- bird dogs, retrievers, and flushers.

Author - Fields Babineau - Publisher - TFH

The Perfect Retriever explores world of retrievers, including Golden Retrievers, Labradors, Curly-Coated Retrievers, and Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

It also covers breed characteristics, proper care, training, and the basic commands. Learn more about the history and origin of retrievers and get a better understanding of common problems existing within the breed.

Author - Schneiderman - Publisher - Barron

This flexiback contains 64 pages of well-illustrated information on all aspects of retriever ownership.

RETRIEVERS - Author - Foss - Publisher - Collins

RETRIEVER PUPS - Author - Tarrant - Publisher - Swanhill

Author - Scales - Publisher - Swanhill

Aimed at owners of retrievers who wish to train their dogs as gun dogs, but also at any reader interested in the correct choice and education of a puppy. The book contains the advice of 12 top trainers and a progressive training programme as well as advice on the initial selection of a puppy.

This title is now out of print but good second hand copies are sometimes available - please call 0844 504 9008 for more information

Author - Swan - Publisher - Swanhill

"This is a new third Edition of an old favourite, and its continuing popularity is well deserved. Mike's huge experience means that his advice is absolutely sound and based on personal knowledge, and although the book is aimed at those who are relatively new to the sport, there is a lot that will be valuable to the more experienced Guns.

Mike writes clearly and concisely, managing to say a great deal in a short space; the result is a 196 page book which is a pleasure to read, despite being crammed with information and makes a fine introduction to our sport". --BASC Shooting and Conservation

Author - Nick Ridley - Publisher - Swanhill

The companion volume to Nick Ridleys highly-acclaimed book on Labradors, this volume contains stunning photographs which capture the exuberance of spaniels, which is hard to match in the canine world. Nick Ridley has been photographing dogs for over 25 years and he openly admits spaniels are amongst his favourite breed of dog to photograph.

Whether they are working in the shooting field or simply relaxing after a hard days work or making their owners laugh they are the perfect subject to capture on film. This book is a pictorial record of the amazing versatility of the spaniel, in fact it is a tribute to a truly adaptable breed of dog. Springer and Cocker spaniels were originally bred to hunt, flush and retrieve game, however, in recent years they have turned their paws to other highly skilled activities - man has trained them to work as Hearing Dogs for Deaf people, and to hunt out explosives and drugs.

ROUGH SHOOTING (L&B) - Author - Fergus - Publisher - Bookworld

Author - Hudson - Publisher - Swanhill

Author - Hudson - Publisher - Swanhill

Author - Ullman - Publisher - Barron

This 96 page manual discusses several different spaniel breeds giving essential information about each.

Traditionally bred as hunting and work dogs, they are also popular as household pets and this book will help you decide if a spaniel is the dog for you and if so, which will suit you best.

Author - Erlandson - Publisher - Swanhill

Illustrated with 16 pages of photographs, The Working Springer Spaniel includes individual chapters on the origins of the springer; obtaining a spaniel puppy; hip and eye tests; pre-training procedures; training equipment, dogging guns and ammunition.

It also gives valuable information on early obedience lessons; steadiness to dummies and introduction to retrieving; introducing the gun; retrieving real game; hunting and steadiness to game; a breakdown of game scent; dropping to shot and so much more!

Author - Deeley - Publisher - Crowood

"Working Gundogs - An Introduction to Training and Handling" covers all aspects of gundog training from choosing a suitable puppy to beating and picking up on a shoot. This fully revised edition is essential reading for all gundog owners and trainers.

Martin Deeley is a dog trainer with an international reputation who has been training dogs, and their owners, for over thirty years. Through his International School for Dog Trainers he is also a 'teacher to the professionals'. Martin has received special honours for his writing from the Dog Writers' Association of America but he says his most special honour was being given a private interview with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In 2007 Martin was voted 'UK Gundog trainer of the Year' by the readers of Countryman's Weekly.

Author - Knowles - Publisher - Pentland

Author - David Hudson - Publisher - Swanhill

David Hudson's book is a comprehensive guide to Pointers and Setters. The author looks at the way the breeds originally evolved and how they have developed into the working, showing and pet dogs we know today.

He describes the split between show, working and pet strains and offers sound advice to help the prospective owner choose the right breed for their particular requirements.

The book takes the reader through basic training to more advanced lessons and finally to introducing the young dog to field trials or the shooting field. Above all he paints an evocative picture of the sheer joy of owning and working any of the Pointer and Setter breeds.