An Eye For a Dog: Illustrated Guide to Judging Purebred Dogs

by Robert W. Cole

Have you ever wondered how dog show judges learn to identify the subtle differences that separate a dog that is merely good from a dog that is outstanding?

Now you can develop your own eye for sound movement and structure and learn how markings, size, and even leash position affect the judge’s perception! In An Eye for a Dog - Illustrated Guide to Judging Purebred Dogs you will get to actively participate in over 100 judging scenarios similar to what a judge encounters in the show ring.

Become familiar with:
-The concepts of breed type, balance, and proportion.
-How to evaluate fronts, toplines, the forechest, and sickle hocks.
-How canine trotting styles vary by breed and breed function.
-How to spot hidden faults—and how they can be masked.
-International breed differences.


Dog breeders, dog owners, “armchair” judges as well as professionals will enjoy the challenge of testing their dog-knowledge and powers of observation against those of author, illustrator, international all-breed judge Robert W. Cole.

Here's what AKC Judges say about An Eye for a Dog An artist, an anatomist, an author, a respected international all-breed judge and most importantly, a teacher. Bob Cole is a judge who not only verbalizes but writes and illustrates his interpretations of breed Standards. Every week in his syndicated column, he engages in this “reckless” behavior, raising the ire of some while at the same time educating many. A tip of the hat to one of the dog world's most knowledgeable and outspoken benefactors!
Gerald Schwartz, Contributing Editor "Dog News"

Robert Cole's work inspires the reader to think and compare. Having what's right and what's wrong put down in crystal clear images allows the breeder and exhibitor to make those critical comparisons that pave the way for understanding and improvement. A must for everyone who has an eye on the prize.
Richard G. Beauchamp, Author, Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type and The Simple Guide to Showing Your Dog

A quick reference to all that the eye sees on first glancing at the purebred dog. This new book will be a must in every Dog Person's Library.
Anne Rogers-Clark, Author, Annie...On Dogs

Genres: Dogs

176 pages, Paperback

First published May 31, 2004

Reviews

[Зорница Атанасова · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have found this manual to be extremely helpful and engaging. The text is supplemented with multiple illustrations and examples. There are lots of interactive sections(i.e Place the three dogs; Which movement pattern is correct?) as well. Chapters can be read in sequence, but they can also be read stand alone. Highly educational, without being overwhelming. I recommend it to anyone who has a sustained or passing interest in conformation

[Noelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic for dog fanciers old and young, novice and expert. An excellent read that should be on any fanciers' shelf.

[Penelope · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great resource this book is. While American in some of the content I still found it very accurate and relatable to English standard, It really installs a sense of learning and wonderment in dogs and judging everything has its purpose there is a reason for every angle and bone in position.
The drawings are beautifully done clear to see and paired with the text you can really see what the author is trying to describe and teach.
Great book and I’m sure I’ll read it again.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good book for new conformation students which is heavily illustrated and thoroughly researched.