The Dog by Dinks, W. N. Hutchinson, and Edward Mayhew

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Author Dinks, 1807-1858
Author Hutchinson, W. N. (William Nelson), 1803-1895
Author Mayhew, Edward, 1813?-1868
Editor Forester, Frank, 1807-1858
Title The Dog
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Dog" by Dinks, W. N. Hutchinson, and Edward Mayhew is a comprehensive manual on canine care and training written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a guide for dog enthusiasts, focusing on topics such as breeding, conditioning, and the management of various dog breeds, alongside significant disease treatment information relevant to dog owners and trainers. It emphasizes practical advice aimed at improving canine health and performance, particularly for sporting and hunting dogs. The opening of the text introduces an editor's preface by Frank Forester, who outlines the intention behind this compilation and revision of earlier works by the original authors. Forester expresses confidence in the value of the manual as a resource for dog fanciers and those engaged in field sports, elaborating on the importance of specific training methods and care routines. He highlights the need for compassion in training dogs while emphasizing the effectiveness of proper care and understanding of canine health ailments. This sets the tone for a work that combines technical knowledge with a deep appreciation for dogs as companions and working animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SF: Agriculture: Animal culture
Subject Dogs
Subject Dogs -- Training
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EBook-No. 32300
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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