Book Description
This revised and expanded edition covers all the AKC sighthound breeds, plus the coldbloods, staghounds, coyote hounds, lurchers, etc. From the farm fields of the Midwest through the wind-swept North Plains to the desert Southwest, join the author on hunts for jackrabbits, coyotes, fox, and cottontails with a variety of purebred and mixed-breed hounds. Meet some of the great old houndmen of the past and the legacy and lore they left behind. Learn the technique of the trailhound/sighthound combination hunt. Gazehounds & Coursing is provocative -- the author blasts the anti-hunters, insists on a strong conservation ethic, and says that some AKC breeds need an infusion of new blood to restore their working talents. Gazehounds & Coursing is evocative -- the author recounts great hounds he loved well who have crossed the great divide, and game animals he wishes in retrospect had gotten away. Above all, Gazehounds & Coursing is informative -- herein is the necessary methodology for choosing, raising, training, breeding, and running the lithe and graceful "longdogs." ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

A "must read" for sighthound owners
This is by far the most readable, most informative book I've read on dogs, period. It happens to focus on the sighthounds (gazehounds) most commonly found in the United States, as family members, runners, and hunters. It would make a great book to read aloud and share with others. It is written in a conversational tone but with good knowledge and research into the breeds supporting Mr. Salomon's writings, especially in respect to "form follows function" or the structural and metabolic characteristics of the various sighthound breeds. Good perspective on people and dogs and how they interact in their historical and genetic roles. I am so very glad it was recently reprinted and available to us.

The reality of what dogs are meant to do!
This is a great book for anyone that has a purebred dog of any type. DutchSalmon drives home the point on why breeding for show ruins a breed of dogand the real art and science in maintaining a breed (or cross breed)is tobreed for function and that form will follow.If you own a sighthoundbreed or cross, this book will encourage you to get out there with yourcompanion and use him or her to there potential. There are alot of books onchasing a lure around and most devote a small chapter on hunting, which iswhat these dogs are (or were, sadly) meant to do!!Lots of info on most ofthe popular breeds and the game they chase and sometimes even catch. Bestof all, it's full of stories of the authors experiences in the field thatread like poetry.Well worth the money. I can't wait to read DutchSalmon's other books. This book should be given to all the show dog peoplewho still think that bench champ can still do all the things it's ancestorscould.

Fills a real void in dog sport writing.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.Mr. Salmon relates much needed information on a rather esoteric subject. The easy to read, anecdote-filled style brings the sport to life.This is not a dry "how-to" book,although it IS loaded with information and good advice.It is very hard tofind information on field coursing, and I'm grateful to the author fortaking the time to write this book. ... Read more

Book Description
As a celebration of the Saluqi and a tribute to the Easternbreeder, as well as a reflection on the Western history of the breed,this encylopedic work will be useful to dog fanciers, horse lovers, andresearchers alike. ... Read more

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Form follows functionality
The depth of detail is phenomenal. I have been with Saluqis/Salukis for 20+ years, and I have learned so much from Gail's book. We have talked so much about form following function, but Gail's book illustrates the importance of functionality and captures our love of El Hor. I am glad to have actually shared my views with Gail on numerous occasions. She is a wonderful writer and awesome advicate of our Salukis. I highly recommend this book as an essential to understanding our beloved gift called the Saluki.

The Saluqi, Couring Hound of the East
Beautiful book rich of infos and wonderful illustrations. A MUST for Saluqi fanciers. ... Read more

Book Description
THE GREYHOUND:BREEDING, COURSING, RACING, etc.By James Matheson.A VINTAGE DOG BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT. Originally published in 1929, this extremely scarce early work on the Greyhound is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and photographs, as part of their CLASSIC BREED BOOKS series. The author was a well known greyhound man. He was as successful with his dogs on the track as he was in the field. His many years of expert knowledge are encapsulated within this book's two hundred and sixty eight pages. Twenty seven comprehensive chapters contain valuable information on:Origins and History of Greyhound Racing. - Future of the Greyhound? - What is a Good Greyhound? - Breeding. - Walks v. Rearing at Home. - The Whelping Hut. - Management of the Brood Bitch. - Rearing. - Management of the Saplings. - Training. - Proper Racing Weight. - Transport and its Effect on Coursing. - Blood. - Selection of the Racing Brood Bitch. - Kennel Ailments and Their Treatment. - Weights of Growing Greyhounds. - Measurements of Points. - Rearing and Training Expenses. - The Show Greyhound. - Breeding and Rearing Champions. - Greyhounds as Companions. Kennel Construction. Etc. The contents are well illustrated with vintage photographs of famous greyhounds and Waterloo Cup winners of the time. This is a fascinating read for any Greyhound enthusiast or historian of the breed, but also contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest dog breed books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. VINTAGE DOG BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. ... Read more