Dog Shows And Show Dogs: A Definitive Study
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition. The book is presented in a fine burgundy leatherette binding with gilt lettering and embossed gold decorations on the front board and spine. No visible damage, tears, or significant wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Tight and secure.
Dog Shows and Show Dogs: A Definitive Study by Catherine G. Sutton stands as a comprehensive authority on the world of competitive dog showing. The book presents an in-depth examination of the traditions, standards, and intricacies that govern dog shows, from the judging process to the grooming and presentation of purebred dogs. Sutton, a respected figure in the dog fancy world, instructs both newcomers and seasoned exhibitors on how to navigate the competitive show circuit with expertise and confidence. With a tone that is both authoritative and accessible, the work chronicles the history and evolution of dog shows while illustrating the dedication required to produce a champion show dog. Published under the K & R Classics imprint and edited by William Pryde, with Dennis Kelsey-Wood as Series Editor, this definitive study remains an essential reference for anyone passionate about the sport of dogs.
Author: Catherine G. Sutton
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, K & R Classics
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Condition: Very Good. Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition. The book is presented in a fine burgundy leatherette binding with gilt lettering and embossed gold decorations on the front board and spine. No visible damage, tears, or significant wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Tight and secure.
Dog Shows and Show Dogs: A Definitive Study by Catherine G. Sutton stands as a comprehensive authority on the world of competitive dog showing. The book presents an in-depth examination of the traditions, standards, and intricacies that govern dog shows, from the judging process to the grooming and presentation of purebred dogs. Sutton, a respected figure in the dog fancy world, instructs both newcomers and seasoned exhibitors on how to navigate the competitive show circuit with expertise and confidence. With a tone that is both authoritative and accessible, the work chronicles the history and evolution of dog shows while illustrating the dedication required to produce a champion show dog. Published under the K & R Classics imprint and edited by William Pryde, with Dennis Kelsey-Wood as Series Editor, this definitive study remains an essential reference for anyone passionate about the sport of dogs.