The Rottweiler: Centuries of Service (Howell reference books) - Hardcover

Michels, Linda; Thompson, Catherine

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0876050844 ISBN 13: 9780876050842

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1998

Synopsis

Whether the reader owns one Rottweiler companion or is a serious breeder with a large kennel, this is an invaluable source of expert reference on the origins of the breed, the Standard, finding a dog, care and training for puppies and adults, activities to be enjoyed and a host of other important subjects. Fully illustrated in glowing color throughout.

About this title

About the Author

LINDA P. MICHELS has been active in the sport of dogs since 1976 and with Rottweilers since 1978. She has bred Rottweilers using the kennel name Lindenwood. She has trained and shown Rottweilers in conformation, obedience, tracking, Schutzhund and flyball, and was a Chief Tester for the American Temperament Society. Her husband, Bill, is president of the American Rottweiler Club (ARC), the breed's parent club. CATHERINE M. THOMPSON has been active with Rottweilers since the late 1960s. She has bred Rottweilers using the kennel name Von Gailingen. She is an approved American Kennel Club judge of the breed as well as all obedience classes. She has judged Rottweiler specialties all over the U.S. and Canada, as well as countries like New Zealand, Australia, Jamaica, Trinidad and the Philippines. She was the first breeder/owner of an AKC Champion–Utility Dog Tracker titled Rottweiler.

From the Back Cover

The Rottweiler: Centuries of Service gives potential owners, new converts and veteran Rottweiler lovers all they need to know about this handsome Working dog. There are chapters on history, character, finding the right Rottweiler for you, basic care, understanding the breed standard, health, breeding, the various sports Rottweilers can participate in, and more. Six appendices include useful resources, important pedigrees and top dogs in the breed.
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From the Inside Flap

The Rottweiler If you own a Rottweiler or are thinking of owning one, you're not alone nor should you be! The Rottweiler is one of the most popular breeds in the world today because of his character and personality. Courage, loyalty, strength, intelligence, athleticism and a sense of humor are all traits that endear the breed to its devoted fans. Welcome to the club! There are no greater cheerleaders of the breed than Linda Michels and Cathy Thompson. Each has a wealth and depth of experience with the Rottweiler, treasuring him most of all for his companionability while admiring his talents in the show ring, in obedience trials, Schutzhund, herding, agility and much more. The Rottweiler: Centuries of Service will assist, entertain and enlighten you in the ways of the Rottweiler. You'll recognize your own dog in the author's experiences, and you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the breed that has captured your heart and that of so many others.

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0876050844
• ISBN 13: 9780876050842
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 208