The Golden Retriever Tzurrier [Hardcover]

Jeffrey Pepper (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1992

Fourth in the Kennel Club Books’ Classics series, The Golden Retriever recognizes the ever-popular all-American breed in this one spectacular volume. Written by author, breeder, and judge, Jeffrey G. Pepper, this book’s engaging chapters on everything from the breed’s accomplishments in performance events, to their participation as service dogs make it much more than just “another breed book.” With more than 100 vintage and modern photographs of the breed, this book is a must-have for every Golden owner.

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Editorial Reviews

From the Author

Awarded Book of the Year by the Alliance of Purebred Dog Writers

Awarded Best Single Breed Book by the Dog Writers Association of America --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

From the Back Cover

"Jeff Pepper's The Golden Retriever truly presents this glorious breed in all its functional roles - from fieldwork to service dog, from show dog to ever-popular pet. No one knows the breed better nor describes its essence more clearly than Jeff Pepper"
-Patricia Trotter, AKC breeder, handler and judge

"Truly outstanding...a real pleasure to read...the book is a must for anyone wanting to know more about the Golden Retriever or maybe just wanting to thoroughly enjoy reading about a favorite breed - or maybe both"
Dorothy Macdonald AKC judge and Dog Historian --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: TFH Publications (November 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876666683
• ISBN-13: 978-0876666685
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,773,568 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jeffrey G. Pepper (1944- ) was born in New York City and grew up in neighboring Westchester County, New York. He holds an MSW degree from Adelphi University and worked for some 20 years facilities serving troubled children. He began his adult involvement with pure-bred dogs in 1969 with the purchase of a Golden Retriever as a pet. He has been involved with dogs and dog shows ever since. He is the breeder or co-breeder of more than 65 AKC Golden Retriever Champions and more than 50 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen champions. Past President of the Dog Judges' Association of America, he was also Vice President of the Golden Retriever Club of America and President of the PBGV Club of America. Approved by the American Kennel Club to judge all Sporting and all Hound breeds and Groups, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and Best in Show, he has judged in Asia, Australia and New Zealand, South America, Europe and Great Britain. He is the author of five books on dogs as well as a contributor to several dog related magazines. He lives in California with his 3 Cavaliers.

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Expands your understanding of Goldens, January 2, 2011

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This review is from: Golden Retriever (Kennel Club Classics) (Hardcover)

I really liked this book and learned a lot more about Golden Retrievers. It has an excellent chapter on the breed's history, helps owners better understand the breed standard AND provides practical knowledge about how dogs are put together. A must for your dog library.

6 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is great, September 6, 1999

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This review is from: The Golden Retriever Tzurrier (Hardcover)

I really enjoyed this fascinating book. It tells a lot about golden retrievers and i think it is a great guide to see what type of golden retriever you like