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The Magnificent Collie (Pure-Bred Series)

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From "The Bookwatch" Pat Starkweather is one of the leading breeders and judges of Collies who (along with her co-worker John Buddie) has written a definitive work on the Collie breed. The book is enhanced with contributions from several luminaires in the beed which helps to give depth to the treatment of the history and success the breed has enjoyed in this country. Both rough and smooth coats are provided equal attention along with chapters on breeding (artificial & natural, the care and feeding of the brood bitch and the stud dog, and how to select the best puppies in the litter. There is a wonderful pictorial on how to breed for color.No serious breed fancier can afford not to avail themselves of THE MAGNIFICENT COLLIE.

This book was written by 2 of the current top collie breeders in the USA. The knowledge and experience they shared with us in this book is priceless.

PERHAPS WHAT I APPRECIATE MOSTLY ABOUT PAT'S BOOK IS THAT IT'S REALLY A "DOWN TO BASICS" BOOK. THIS BOOK CATERS TO THE NEWCOMER, THE PAST PRODUCERS, AND INFORMS EVERYONE OF HOW THE GREATS OF YESTERYEAR ARE SO CLOSELY LINKED WITH THE GREATS OF TODAY. I OWN 2 OF THESE BOOKS AS I COULD MANAGE TO LOSE ITALY IF I TRIED. I HOPE THIS WONDERFUL BOOK IS PURCHASED FOR THE YOUNGSTERS THAT ARE JUST STARTING OUT. THERE'S SO MUCH TO LEARN AND THE MAGNIFICENT COLLIE HAS SO MUCH TO TEACH. LET THE COLLIES READ IT TOO!!!!!

This is a very good book. It explains how the Rough and Smooth Collie came about. The Magnificent Collie also talks about the breeders of the past who made a big improvement for the breed and those of the furture. However, it also shows the famous dogs of the past. The Magnificent Collie lets you know what to look for in a Collie puppy or adult. It also shows you information about show quality Collies and what to look for when purchasing one. Training for the show and obedience is in this book to. There is lots of information about breeding. I highly recommend this book to anyone starting the breed, breeding, or just to find out information on their pets! This book really talks about the Magnificent Collie!

The only reason to get this book is if you are a collie breeder or truly interested in becoming one. Otherwise, this book is completely useless. The average dog owner does not care about what dog won a stupid dog show in 1954... this book has a ton of useless facts like that.