Borzoi - The Russian Wolfhound. Its History, Breeding, Exhibiting and Care (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic)
Borzoi - The Russian Wolfhound. Its History, Breeding, Exhibiting and Care (Vintage Dog Books Breed Classic)

Author: Nellie Martin

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2013-03-06

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 1444659693

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Originally published in 1931, this extremely scarce early work on the Russian Wolfhound or Borzoi, 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. Only a handful of books have ever been written on this truly magnificent aristocrat of the canine race. This particular title is an important, complete and practical work, and the author has endeavoured to show the breed as it truly is. Its origins and history have been well researched, with information on other topics being gathered from breeders worldwide, including the authors own wealth of practical experience with the Borzoi. The book's one hundred and eighteen pages contain numerous comprehensive chapters, each being illustrated with rare vintage photographs and line drawings: Origins and History. Famous Dogs of United States, Canada and England. Official Standard. Head, Body, Legs, Feet and Tail. Coat, Colour and General Appearance. Traits and Disposition. Training, Feeding and Kenneling. Preparing for the Show Ring. Breeding Principles. Handling of the Stud. Questionnaires. List of Russian Wolfhound Champions. Etc. This is a fascinating read for any Russian Wolfhound / Borzoi 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 1900s 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.

Borzoi
Borzoi

Author: Desiree Scott

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2012-04-17

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 1593786298

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This Comprehensive Owner's Guide to the Borzoi serves as a complete introduction to beautiful, aristocratic Russian sighthound. The Borzoi, known in Russia as the Psowaya Borzoi, combines elegance and strength in a way that only a truly noble purebred dog can do. As the history chapter details, the Borzoi was once called upon to "pin a wolf," though today he is more frequently seen as a fashionable home companion and top-winning show dog. Still able to course alongside the hunter, the Borzoi remains a powerful, courageous, and enduring hound. Written by renowned British Borzoi breeder, illustrator, and author, Dr. Desiree Scott, this volume provides well-researched information on the breed's origins in Russia, Europe, Asia, and the United States.The book continues with a chapter on characteristics, encapsulating all of the virtues of this unique sighthound, offering sound advice about which owners are best suited to the breed. The chapter devoted to the breed standard is illustrated with computer-generated graphics by the author to demonstrate correct type and structure for newcomers and experienced Borzoi fanciers alike.All owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are brimming with detail and illustrated with handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training will help readers better mold and train their independent-minded dogs into the most socialized, well-mannered good canine citizens. The extensive chapter on healthcare provides accurate information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, parasites, infectious diseases, and more. The final chapter on showing the Borzoi will be of great interest to all owners interested in exploring the competitive world of dog sports. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as vaccines, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and more. Fully indexed.

Observations on Borzoi Or Russian Wolfhounds
Observations on Borzoi Or Russian Wolfhounds

Author: Joseph Thomas

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-05-23

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9781533437181

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This special re-print edition of the First Edition of Joseph Thomas' book "Observations on Borzoi, Called in America Russian Wolfhounds" has not been available to fans of this breed since it first appeared on the scene back in 1912. This famous work on this breed offers a unique look at the early history of the Borzoi and how they were handled in his day, taking the form of a series of letters between Joseph Thomas and an unidentified party. Mr. Thomas explains, in great details, the history of the Borzoi breed, its sub-breeds, how they were bred in Russia and how this legendary dog breed came to be in the United States, England and elsewhere. Mr. Thomas was in a prime position to speak from a point of authority, for he went to Russia three times to import Borzoi from the famous Perchinov and Woronzova kennels. These became part of the founding of the Borzoi breed in the United States. The demand for this rare book by this famous breeder and importer has brought forth the much needed reprint of this famous classic work on Borzoi or Russian Wolfhounds. "Observations on Borzoi, Called in America Russian Wolfhounds" will shed considerable light on this wonderful Russian dog breed. A truly enlightening read illustrated with rare period photos. Note: This public domain edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background. This edition is reprinted in accordance to Federal Law.

Observations on Borzoi
Observations on Borzoi

Author: Joseph B. Thomas

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-06-07

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 9780282270155

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Excerpt from Observations on Borzoi: Called in America Russian Wolfhounds in a Series of Letters to a Friend This little book not only gives a striking picture of the wonderfully beautiful Borzoi with more accurate historical data of his Rus sian environment than has probably appeared elsewhere, but it contains an enlightening description of his use, capabilities, and limita tions. The author has studiously avoided the suggestions and pitfalls of some of the earlier importers and fanciers who claimed an impos sible combination of speed, endurance, and courage for the Borzoi. He has expended more time and energy in fixing a correct type of this picturesque hound than any American, and probably more than any one in Europe, bar ring a very few in Russia. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Borzois
Borzois

Author: Gail C. McRae

Publisher: TFH Publications

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9780866226769

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Provides information on such topics as selection, feeding, training, health care, and grooming of the Borzoi, or Russian Wolfhound.