Border Collies
Combe, Iris
ISBN 10: 0571145558 ISBN 13: 9780571145553
Published by Faber & Faber, 1986
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Part of the "Owner's Companion" series, this guide outlines the history of the breed, reproduces and discusses breed standards and explains dual registration. Other areas covered are selecting the right puppy, care and management, breeding, pregnancy and whelping, and diseases and ailments. Showing, trials and tests, obedience and agility are all looked at, as is the breed's use in other areas, such as explosive detection, making this a handbook for owner and enthusiast alike.
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Title: Border Collies
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Publication Date: 1986
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good
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BORDER COLLIES. By Iris Combe. With a Foreword by Her Grace The Duchess of Devonshire.
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Faber & Faber. London. 1986, 1986
ISBN 10: 0571145558
ISBN 13: 9780571145553
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ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Paperback, 1986). (1978) 1986 paperback reprint. Small 8vo (125 x 197mm). Pp196. B/w photographs and illustrations. Used but solidly intact second-hand paperback. "Inspired by the letters and writings of a great-uncle, James Bourchier, who made a life study of the origin of British pastoral dogs, Iris Combe [an accomplished instructor and show judge] explains the background and evolution of this breed and shows its inherited qualities which have made it the world's most superior sheepdog and popular companion. She has also drawn on the memories of old farmers and shepherds for their stories so that she can pass on a knowledge that will help all owners to understand this highly intelligent dog." Includes "training for farmwork, field trials and the show ring, breeding and whelping, and general care." . Seller Inventory # 33626
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003701209
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR002886927
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