This book contains a classic treatise on dogs, exploring their history and evolution, breeding, varieties, characteristics, training, uses for sport and work, and much, much more. This comprehensive handbook is full of fascinating and practical information that will be of considerable utility to breeders, keepers, and enthusiasts; and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of canine literature. Contents include: "Saluki", "Afghan", "Borzoi", "Greyhound", "Whippet", "Irish Wolfhound", "Deerhound", "Great Dane", "Alsatian Wolfdog", "Keeshonde", "Samoyed", "Elkhound", "Bloodhound", "Foxhound", "Beale", "Bassett", "Dachshund", "Flat-Coated Retriever", "Labrador", "Wire-Haired Fox-Terrier", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction.