- Hardcover: 176 pages
- Publisher: Hungry Minds Inc,U.S.; illustrated edition edition (25 Sep 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0876051476
- ISBN-13: 978-0876051474
- Product Dimensions: 24.9 x 19 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 915,178 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The high-spirited Irish setter, with its dis tinctive chestnut coloured coat, was originally bred as a wo rking gundog, specialising in finding and ''setting'' birds. T his book offers a comprehensive guide to the breed. '
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
ANYONE WHO HAS ANY INTEREST IN THIS BREED, EITHER A NOVICE OR A BREEDER THIS BOOK IS A MUST. FROM ANCESTORY TO GROOMING, PUPPYHOOD TO OLD FAITHFUL THIS BOOK COVERS THE LOT. BEAUTIFUL PHOTO'S AND LOTS OF TIPS. I BOUGHT THIS BOOK BEFORE I BOUGHT MY SETTER AND IT'S BEEN A GREAT HELP. YOU EVEN GET TO KNOW ABOUT THE POSSIBLE PITFALLS OF OWNING AN IRISH SETTER BUT IT OFFERS SOUND ADVICE ON COUNTER ATTACKING THEM AND...IT WORKS.
NO IRISH SETTER HANDLER SHOULD BE WITHOUT IT.
NO IRISH SETTER HANDLER SHOULD BE WITHOUT IT.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is one of the best books I have ever read about the irish setter. From a short history of the breed to showing, breeding and raising you own, it is packed with plenty of practical advice and is geared to the Uk scene. The author is a well known breeder and judge of setters.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Love this book!
3 Dec 2004
Format:Hardcover
What an informative, enjoyable read! Eve's expertise in the breed shines through in all aspects of this book, from the acquisition of a promising show puppy, to feeding, breeding, health and coat care. A detailed section on showing explains the UK challenge certificate system, and an excellent comparision between the UK and USA standards offers the reader a broad description of the breed.
Eve's decision to fill the book full of personal insights and experiences offers the reader a very detailed and emotive look into life with an Irish Setter. Her love of the breed is geniune, and comes across clearly at all times, particularly in the small but heart-wrenching section entitled, "At the End of the Day."
The photos are beautiful, and capture the breed from many angles.
There is a detailed section on the training of the Setter in the field, which should be fascinating even to those who have no intention of ever hunting their dogs.
This book has become one of my favourites, and is a must-have for any serious enthusiast of the breed.
Eve's decision to fill the book full of personal insights and experiences offers the reader a very detailed and emotive look into life with an Irish Setter. Her love of the breed is geniune, and comes across clearly at all times, particularly in the small but heart-wrenching section entitled, "At the End of the Day."
The photos are beautiful, and capture the breed from many angles.
There is a detailed section on the training of the Setter in the field, which should be fascinating even to those who have no intention of ever hunting their dogs.
This book has become one of my favourites, and is a must-have for any serious enthusiast of the breed.
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