The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog - Hardcover

Anne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0876054130 ISBN 13: 9780876054130

Publisher: Prentice-Hall, 1980

Synopsis

Back by popular demand

the only breeding book endorsed by top breeders

"There are many books on breeding dogs, but Ann's book is so on-target and comprehensive that it has become a bible among successful breeders. The news that Howell is making this modern classic available again is to the benefit of both new and future generations of aspiring breeders."
-- From the new Foreword by Wendell J. Sammet, The American Kennel Club's first Breeder of the Year (2002)

The bible of quality dog breeding, The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog is a must-have for novice and veteran breeders alike, covering everything from developing a viable breeding program to genetics to whelping, raising, and socializing puppies. Written in easy-to-understand language by renowned dog breeder Ann Seranne, this classic takes you step by step through the entire process of breeding a successful litter, from the moment of conception to a dog's first show. You'll see how to select a method of breeding, evaluate your own breeding stock and the potential of a litter, avoid the pitfalls of whelping, and properly care for the litter until the puppies are ready to go to their new homes. Ann Seranne's deep love of dogs, her vast knowledge, and her expertise make this the only guide you will ever need to become a successful breeder.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Back by popular demand

the only breeding book endorsed by top breeders

"There are many books on breeding dogs, but Ann′s book is so on–target and comprehensive that it has become a bible among successful breeders. The news that Howell is making this modern classic available again is to the benefit of both new and future generations of aspiring breeders."
From the new Foreword by Wendell J. Sammet, The American Kennel Club′s first Breeder of the Year (2002)

The bible of quality dog breeding, The Joy of Breeding Your Own Show Dog is a must–have for novice and veteran breeders alike, covering everything from developing a viable breeding program to genetics to whelping, raising, and socializing puppies. Written in easy–to–understand language by renowned dog breeder Ann Seranne, this classic takes you step by step through the entire process of breeding a successful litter, from the moment of conception to a dog′s first show. You′ll see how to select a method of breeding, evaluate your own breeding stock and the potential of a litter, avoid the pitfalls of whelping, and properly care for the litter until the puppies are ready to go to their new homes. Ann Seranne′s deep love of dogs, her vast knowledge, and her expertise make this the only guide you will ever need to become a successful breeder.

About the Author

ANN SERANNE was a gifted and well–known dog breeder who cobred and/or owned sixty–two Yorkshire Terrier champions, six Standard Poodle champions, and two Shih Tzu champions. Six of her Yorkies and two Poodles were multiple Best in Show winners. Ms. Seranne was also a noted American Kennel Club judge of Toy and Non–Sporting breeds.

Edition details

• Publisher: Prentice-Hall
• Publication date: 1980
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0876054130
• ISBN 13: 9780876054130
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 272