Vintage Dog Books imprint: 163 books

The Shetland Sheepdog - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a comprehensive range...

The Labrador Retriever - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a comprehensive range...

First published in 1930, “A Few More Short Notes on Retrievers” contains handy tips and simple advice for the proper care and management of retrievers. From breeding and selecting to training and kennelling, this timeless volume contains everything retriever owners might need to know, all presented...

This is a truly fascinating book which will appeal to all dog lovers with its enormously varied content of articles and items on the dog culled from the literature of all nations. The Bull Terrier is particularly well represented with numerous illustrations of famous dogs and their owners. A wealth...

Originally published in early 1930s. The author was a Past President of the Old English Sheepdog Club and also Founder of the American Old English Sheepdog Club. The illustrated contents deal with every aspect of this much loved breed. Chapters include: History and some Old Time Breeders - Hints to...

This classic collection of fun, amusing and heart warming stories is a must read for anybody who loves dogs. Sixteen short anecdotes full of courage, humour, danger and most of all love, proving there is only one animal that can be called 'man's best friend'. Written by Elizabeth Paschal O'Connor...

This vintage book contains a detailed account of the fox hound kennels in the United Kingdom between 1787 and 1912. A detailed history is provided for each kennel, including information concerning notable figures, events, and dogs. Other details are also offered relating to hunting, breeding, training,...

This book contains a vintage article on hunting dogs by Freeman Lloyd. It discusses the author's vast experience as a writer of literature on hunting and hunting hounds, and provides historical information, tips on breeding and selection, hints for novices, interesting anecdotes, and more. "Hunting...

This fascinating book contains a collection of out of print articles from the pens of well known writers concerning the history, origins and anecdotes of the Bull Terrier. The book's one hundred and seventy pages, complete with illustrations, contains many chapters concerning :- History of the Breed...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to owning and keeping fox terriers, with information on history, breeding, rearing, exhibiting, and more. Man has been using these small game canines to assist him with sport and hunting for several hundred years. This volume explores this relationship between...

First published in 1740, this is a witty and irreverent look at the social scene and social ills of 18th century England, all seen through the eyes of our canine narrator, Pompey. A lap-dog passed from owner to owner during parties and soirees. A delightful and surprisingly modern take on pomp and...

A complete and in-depth guide for anybody wishing to better understand what is needed in the breeding and raising of dogs. Covering a huge range of topics in alphabetical order, from the Aberdeen to the Yorkshire Terrier, via Blistering, Damp Food, Elk Hounds, Linseed, Studding, Vets, Vomiting and everything in between. Including a specially commissioned introduction on dog breeding.

The Sealyham Terrier - His Origin, History, Show Points and Uses As A Sporting Dog - How to Breed, Select, Rear, And Prepare For Exhibition.

First published in 1846, this classic treatise, written by great naturalist Edward Jesse is an in-depth discussion of the most well known breed of dog, including the bloodhound, pug, poodle, setter, Terrier, Spaniel, Foxhound, Turnspit, Beagle, Mastiff, Bull-Dog, Dalmatian, Great Dane and Lurcher....