Sporting Dogs: Their Points and Management in Health and Disease

A thorough reference for anyone who keeps, shows, or simply admires sporting dogs, this volume blends breed standards with practical advice on health and everyday care. It opens with clear explanations of the point systems used in competitions, then moves into detailed descriptions of each breed’s appearance, temperament and typical faults. Photographs taken from leading kennel clubs bring the written points to life, letting readers compare their own dogs with the celebrated examples.

The work covers the full spectrum of sporting breeds—from pointers, setters and retrievers to spaniels, hounds, terriers and mixed‑breed hunters. Each chapter breaks down head shape, coat, colour, limb structure and other key features, offering concise checklists for judges and breeders alike. The author also includes the rules of major field‑dog societies, giving a glimpse of how trials are judged today.

Beyond conformation, the book devotes a sizable section to kennel management, common illnesses, accident prevention and simple veterinary procedures. Training tips and handling techniques round out the guide, making it a handy companion for anyone dedicated to maintaining healthy, well‑trained sporting dogs.