Illustrated boards, 8vo, 174 pp. From the blurb: "Working Gundags covers all aspects of gundog training from choosing a suitable puppy to beating and picking up on a shoot. With step-by-step explanation of all the basic exercises, and over 120 specially commissioned photographs and diagrams, it is essential reading for the gundog owner and trainer." Very Good.

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Title

Working Gundogs : An Introduction to Training and Handling.

Publisher

Crowood Press, Marlborough, later impression, 1993

Publication Date

1993

ISBN 10

1852237643

ISBN 13

9781852237646

Binding

Hardcover

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This book offers an explanation of the techniques to train spaniels and retrievers as working gundogs. It will be of value to the novice and experienced gundog handler, taking the reader from choice to forming a working team with the dog. Each step is illustrated with photographs and line drawings. Also discussed are the benefits of training classes, requirements of the shoot, and throughout there is an emphasis on understanding the psychology and needs of the dog.

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