TRAINING THE WORKING LABRADOR: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING. By Jeremy Hunt.

# 2013 1st US edition. 4to (195 x 252mm). Pp216. Colour photographs throughout. Black boards, spine titled in gilt.

# "Training the Working Labrador looks at all aspects of the care, management and training of the modern working Labrador. It discusses many of the issues affecting today's dog owners in a society which may not always seem to be providing enough time to own and train your own working gundog. The book provides advice and guidance on a host of practical feeding, management and training matters based on the author's lifelong experience and chapters are included on nutrition and care - especially for those who may be away from home for part of the day. The very latest Labrador health tests are covered in detail and their relevance to their owners. Essential reading for the first time owner / trainer of a Labrador but equally an important update on Labrador issues for the experienced owner." Chapters include: The breed explained; Buying the right labrador; Modern life - the 21st century labrador; Rearing the young labrador and achieving 'connection'; The formative year; Feeding - getting it right; Nurturing working ability; Managing the adult labrador; Gundog training - laying the foundation; Prep school; The next level; The real thing.