Hunting Dogs

A thorough and practical manual for anyone who has ever wanted a reliable companion in the field. Hartley draws on decades of accumulated wisdom from hunters, breeders, and trainers to create a guide that covers far more than the title suggests. Here you will find advice on selecting the right breed for your terrain and quarry, detailed instructions for training dogs of various purposes, and hard-won knowledge about maintaining their health and stamina in the field. From pointers and setters to hounds and terriers, the author examines what each breed offers and where it excels. Though written in an earlier era, this book remains remarkably useful for its honest, experienced-based approach to the partnership between hunter and dog.