Author: James B. Spencer
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
ISBN: 9781617812583
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Americans who love working spaniels will welcome this comprehensive guide to the selecting, training and enjoying of these delightful breeds! Highly informative, clearly written, and lavishly illustrated, this edition includes information about recent developments in the spaniel world, such as the rebirth of field-bred American Cockers, the resurgence of field trials for English and American Cocker Spaniels, and the current status of the American Water Spaniel Club's classification dilemma. You'll learn about: -Acquiring your flushing spaniel -Training your spaniel -Enjoying your spaniel James B. Spencer is an award-winning dog and outdoor writer who has written seven books andover 500 magazine articles. He writes columns regularly for Gun Dog magazine. Spencer has titled his own dogs in AKC hunting tests for spaniels, retrievers and pointing breeds. He has also judged hunting tests for both spaniels and retrievers.Please be aware that this older title may recommend some training techniques that are now considered outdated. At the time of publication the use of negative reinforcement and positive punishment were more widely used to teach certain types of behaviors, especially with dogs who display a high degree of resilience. We encourage owners to always use the least intrusive, minimally aversive methods possible. iaabc.org/about/position-statements/lima/
Hup!: Training Flushing Spaniels The American Way
Author: James B. Spencer
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
ISBN: 9781617812583
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Americans who love working spaniels will welcome this comprehensive guide to the selecting, training and enjoying of these delightful breeds! Highly informative, clearly written, and lavishly illustrated, this edition includes information about recent developments in the spaniel world, such as the rebirth of field-bred American Cockers, the resurgence of field trials for English and American Cocker Spaniels, and the current status of the American Water Spaniel Club's classification dilemma. You'll learn about: -Acquiring your flushing spaniel -Training your spaniel -Enjoying your spaniel James B. Spencer is an award-winning dog and outdoor writer who has written seven books andover 500 magazine articles. He writes columns regularly for Gun Dog magazine. Spencer has titled his own dogs in AKC hunting tests for spaniels, retrievers and pointing breeds. He has also judged hunting tests for both spaniels and retrievers.Please be aware that this older title may recommend some training techniques that are now considered outdated. At the time of publication the use of negative reinforcement and positive punishment were more widely used to teach certain types of behaviors, especially with dogs who display a high degree of resilience. We encourage owners to always use the least intrusive, minimally aversive methods possible. iaabc.org/about/position-statements/lima/
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
ISBN: 9781617812583
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Americans who love working spaniels will welcome this comprehensive guide to the selecting, training and enjoying of these delightful breeds! Highly informative, clearly written, and lavishly illustrated, this edition includes information about recent developments in the spaniel world, such as the rebirth of field-bred American Cockers, the resurgence of field trials for English and American Cocker Spaniels, and the current status of the American Water Spaniel Club's classification dilemma. You'll learn about: -Acquiring your flushing spaniel -Training your spaniel -Enjoying your spaniel James B. Spencer is an award-winning dog and outdoor writer who has written seven books andover 500 magazine articles. He writes columns regularly for Gun Dog magazine. Spencer has titled his own dogs in AKC hunting tests for spaniels, retrievers and pointing breeds. He has also judged hunting tests for both spaniels and retrievers.Please be aware that this older title may recommend some training techniques that are now considered outdated. At the time of publication the use of negative reinforcement and positive punishment were more widely used to teach certain types of behaviors, especially with dogs who display a high degree of resilience. We encourage owners to always use the least intrusive, minimally aversive methods possible. iaabc.org/about/position-statements/lima/
Retriever Training Drills for Marking
Author: James B. Spencer
Publisher: Blue Ribbon Books
ISBN: 9781577790327
Category : Retrievers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book supplements a complete training manual. It focuses on how to set up effective drills and why and how to use them. Oriented to amateurs training their own dogs for hunting and hunt tests. Companion to "Retriever Training Drills for Blind Retrieves."
Publisher: Blue Ribbon Books
ISBN: 9781577790327
Category : Retrievers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book supplements a complete training manual. It focuses on how to set up effective drills and why and how to use them. Oriented to amateurs training their own dogs for hunting and hunt tests. Companion to "Retriever Training Drills for Blind Retrieves."
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle
Author: David Wroblewski
Publisher: Bond Street Books
ISBN: 0307371891
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 578
Book Description
An Oprah's Book Club Pick A #1 New York Times Bestseller A National Bestseller Beautifully written and elegantly paced, The Story of Edgar Sawtelle is a coming-of-age novel about the power of the land and the past to shape our lives. It is a riveting tale of retribution, inhabited by empathic animals, prophetic dreams, second sight, and vengeful ghosts. Born mute, Edgar Sawtelle feels separate from the people around him but is able to establish profound bonds with the animals who share his home and his name: his family raises a fictional breed of exceptionally perceptive and affable dogs. Soon after his father's sudden death, Edgar is stunned to learn that his mother has already moved on as his uncle Claude quickly becomes part of their lives. Reeling from the sudden changes to his quiet existence, Edgar flees into the forests surrounding his Wisconsin home accompanied by three dogs. Soon he is caught in a struggle for survival—the only thing that will prepare him for his return home.
Publisher: Bond Street Books
ISBN: 0307371891
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 578
Book Description
An Oprah's Book Club Pick A #1 New York Times Bestseller A National Bestseller Beautifully written and elegantly paced, The Story of Edgar Sawtelle is a coming-of-age novel about the power of the land and the past to shape our lives. It is a riveting tale of retribution, inhabited by empathic animals, prophetic dreams, second sight, and vengeful ghosts. Born mute, Edgar Sawtelle feels separate from the people around him but is able to establish profound bonds with the animals who share his home and his name: his family raises a fictional breed of exceptionally perceptive and affable dogs. Soon after his father's sudden death, Edgar is stunned to learn that his mother has already moved on as his uncle Claude quickly becomes part of their lives. Reeling from the sudden changes to his quiet existence, Edgar flees into the forests surrounding his Wisconsin home accompanied by three dogs. Soon he is caught in a struggle for survival—the only thing that will prepare him for his return home.
The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Author: Gail MacMillan
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
ISBN: 9781617812620
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
A complete dog breed book on the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, a dog breed which originated in Canada and has a unique method of tolling game for hunters. Covers history of the breed, a description of tolling, selection, care, training, and activities in which Tollers excel, including field training, obedience, tracking, and more.
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
ISBN: 9781617812620
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
A complete dog breed book on the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, a dog breed which originated in Canada and has a unique method of tolling game for hunters. Covers history of the breed, a description of tolling, selection, care, training, and activities in which Tollers excel, including field training, obedience, tracking, and more.
The White Gauntlet
Author: Mayne Reid
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
Training Retrievers for Marshes and Meadows
Author: James B. Spencer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781577790075
Category : Retrievers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Spencer, nationally recognized retriever trainer, trial judge and writer, covers all aspects of basic retriever training from the puppy's first lessons to the finished retriever ready for field work or trialing.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781577790075
Category : Retrievers
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Spencer, nationally recognized retriever trainer, trial judge and writer, covers all aspects of basic retriever training from the puppy's first lessons to the finished retriever ready for field work or trialing.
Big Red
Author: Jim Kjelgaard
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Big Red" by Jim Kjelgaard. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Big Red" by Jim Kjelgaard. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Jayhawk!
Author: Stephen Alan Bourque
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 532
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Government publications
Languages : en
Pages : 532
Book Description
Best Way to Train Your Gun Dog
Author: Bill Tarrant
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 9780679507505
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Expert instructions in the training method of Delmar Smith, winner of ten national championships, are supplmented with photographs of the fine points and problem situations
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 9780679507505
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 186
Book Description
Expert instructions in the training method of Delmar Smith, winner of ten national championships, are supplmented with photographs of the fine points and problem situations
Family Dog
Author: Richard A. Wolters
Publisher: Dutton
ISBN: 9780525944720
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
The bestselling dog training book that will give you the perfect family pet—from the author of Water Dog. This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog, regardless of breed or age—in just sixteen weeks. Whether you’re six or sixty, you can learn to train your dog quickly and effectively—taking only minutes a day. In Family Dog, you’ll discover: • How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle • The fundamentals of training—from housebreaking to basic commands to teaching tricks • The key to your dog's healthy mental development • The benefits of play and relaxation • How to guide your dog through his first critical growth periods • Talking with your dog—it's not what you say but how you say it • Children and dogs—learning to take responsibility • Tips on grooming • The best dog diet in the world • First-aid and medical advice • And much more... Fully illustrated with more than 200 photographs that take you systematically through every phase of training, Family Dog will take the frustration out of dog training to give you the pet you’ve always wanted.
Publisher: Dutton
ISBN: 9780525944720
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
The bestselling dog training book that will give you the perfect family pet—from the author of Water Dog. This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog, regardless of breed or age—in just sixteen weeks. Whether you’re six or sixty, you can learn to train your dog quickly and effectively—taking only minutes a day. In Family Dog, you’ll discover: • How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle • The fundamentals of training—from housebreaking to basic commands to teaching tricks • The key to your dog's healthy mental development • The benefits of play and relaxation • How to guide your dog through his first critical growth periods • Talking with your dog—it's not what you say but how you say it • Children and dogs—learning to take responsibility • Tips on grooming • The best dog diet in the world • First-aid and medical advice • And much more... Fully illustrated with more than 200 photographs that take you systematically through every phase of training, Family Dog will take the frustration out of dog training to give you the pet you’ve always wanted.