The Whippet Handbook - Giving the Early and Contemporary History of the Breed, Its Show Career, Its Points and Breeding (a Vintage Dog Books Breed Cla

The Whippet Handbook - Giving the Early and Contemporary History of the Breed, Its Show Career, Its Points and Breeding (a Vintage Dog Books Breed Cla

Author: W. Lewis Renwick

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2011-11-15

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1446549917

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"The Author of this book, Mr W. Lewis Renwick, who is the leading authority on the Whippet, has given us here a new angle on the evolution of this popular breed, which is bound to interest all dog lovers. It is also felt certain that his experience, which is gained by over fifty years as Breeder, Exhibitor and Judge, will be of great help to the novice and of interest to all who keep dogs and especially to those who have dogs of the Coursing Breeds. The book itself, while dealing with every up-to-date facet of the Whippet world is rich in historical allusions, and well illustrated with portraits of past and present examples of the breed." Contents Include ORIGIN AND HISTORY: A Miniature Greyhound Whippet Racing Whippet Coursing. EARLY AND CONTEMPORARY SHOW DOGS: Pillars of the Breed Well-Known Prefixes. THE STANDARD: The American Standard Notes on Conformation. BREEDING: Importance of Pedigree Some Important Pedigrees The Litter Dew Claws Some Further Thoughts on Breeding. FEEDING: Puppy Feeding Adult Feeding. EXHIBITING: Getting Ready Sow Procedure Classes Definitions of Classes. BREED CLUBS AND THEIR SECRETARIES GLOSSARY AND TERMS


Whippets

Whippets

Author: Pam Marston-Pollock

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2023-11-10

Total Pages: 395

ISBN-13: 0719842964

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A comprehensive guide to owning a Whippet, from puppyhood to the senior years The Whippet is one of the most popular and versatile dogs and may serve as a loving family pet, competitive sporting breed or much admired, elegant show dog. Written in a practical and easy-to-follow style, this book draws from the author's lifetime of experience to provide invaluable, in-depth advice on every aspect of owning a Whippet.