English Setter

Comprehensive Owner's Guide

by Juliette Cunliffe, Carol Ann Johnson (Photographs), Michael Trafford (Photographs)

The "gentleman's gentleman," the English Setter is a regal and elegant sporting dog whose attractive, flecked coat and natural field talents make him a highly desirable choice among purebred dogs. Polite, friendly, and good-natured, the English Setter possesses an even temperament and love of his people that make him shine as a companion dog. Although originally bred for the specific task of assisting hunters in locating birds, the breed today is an all-rounder, excelling in many fields beyond the hunting grounds. Beginning with the setter's development in England, this Comprehensive Owner's Guide presents a complete history of the breed, including a detailed section about the important kennels and show dogs in America (from Adonis, the first dog to be registered with the AKC, to the breed's most famous show dog, Ch. Rock Falls Colonel, the winner of 100 Best in Show awards). The chapter on characteristics offers a description of the breed's physical attributes, personality, and health concerns, all vital information for owners deciding whether the English Setter is the right dog for them. New owners will welcome the expert information *Finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy *Puppy-proofing the home and yard *Purchasing the right supplies for the puppy *House-training *Feeding *Grooming *Obedience training to help mold your dog into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood *Up-to-date, detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases *And more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. With over 135 photographs of dogs and puppies. Fully indexed.

155 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2001