This antique text contains a comprehensive treatise on the use of
retrievers as gun dogs, including detailed information on their
breeding, training, health, and history. A retriever is a variety of gun
dog that is often employed by a hunter to retrieve game. Commonly
gun-dogs are split into three major groups: retrievers, flushing
spaniels, and pointing breeds. Bred primarily to retrieve birds or other
game and return them to the hunter undamaged, retrievers make excellent
gun dogs as well as loyal companions. This book is perfect for game
enthusiasts with a particular interest in retrievers, and constitutes a
wonderful addition to any collection of antique hunting literature. This
text has been elected for modern republication due to its timeless
educational value, and is proudly republished here with a new
introduction to the subject.