THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE GOLDEN RETRIEVER. By Michael Twist.

1988 1st edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Ppviii,183. B/w photographs and illustrations. Yellow boards, spine titled in gilt.

# A classic in its field. This is a detailed and useful guide to breeding and keeping Golden Retrievers by a noted breeder and trainer. Chapters include: Recollections and food for thought; Commitment - buying your puppy; Early days - 8 weeks to 8 months; A preface to work, a general approach to training; Problems and discipline; The basic rudiments of work; Intermediary training; Working for A-Levels; Working tests and the introduction to game; Shooting and picking up; Field trialling; Show Gundog Working Certificate; showing; Obedience and agility; British Veterinary Association and Kennel Club Hereditary Eye Defects and Hip Displasia Schemes; Primary epilepsy; Full circle - breeding from your Golden Retriever.