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This digital document is an article from Alaska Business Monthly, published by Alaska Business Publishing Company, Inc. on March 1, 1993. The length of the article is 1587 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Iditabusiness: the Iditarod is not only the last great race, it's also big business. (sled dog racing)
Author: Sean Reid
Publication: Alaska Business Monthly (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 1993
Publisher: Alaska Business Publishing Company, Inc.
Volume: v9Issue: n3Page: p38(3)

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This digital document is an article from ColoradoBiz, published by Wiesner Publications, Inc. on December 1, 2001. The length of the article is 981 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Dog-gone fun on a Saturday night: Dog racing at Commerce City's Wembley Park.(Brief Article)
Author: M. Eastlake Stevens
Publication: ColoradoBiz (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2001
Publisher: Wiesner Publications, Inc.
Volume: 28Issue: 12Page: 35(3)

Article Type: Brief Article

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This digital document is an article from New Hampshire Business Review, published by Thomson Gale on August 3, 2007. The length of the article is 609 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Tracks misled public on need for dog racing.
Author: Carey Theil
Publication: New Hampshire Business Review (Magazine/Journal)
Date: August 3, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 29Issue: 17Page: 21(1)

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Racing the Iditarod
I follow the Iditarod and live in Alaska. I found the information in this book to be factual. I would recommend this book for older students needing to write a report. It would be a good reference. It is also a good sourceof general information on the Iditarod, that is enhanced with coloredphotographs. One area I especially liked was concerning the role of LeonardSeppala and his dog Togo in the diptheria serum relay to Nome. The WarnerBrothers cartoon movie about Balto, has given children a somewhat erroneousidea of who the real hero was in this serum run and the true details of allthat went on. Someone wanting to write an authoritive research report onthis subject should definitely want to have the correct information thatthis book contains. ... Read more

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the best ever
evrey thing was right it got me $999,999,999,.99!

Information I can use !
This book is crafty and must be read with a clear head. I recommend it to anyone; gambler or not . I contains a slice of something about living in America. Rarely will we find these types of books in the future. I suggest sportsmen and sports-ladies take a copy and preserve it.

Great Resource
This book was exactly what I needed to round out my education on Greyhound racing.The first few chapters cover the basics -- how racing works, whatto expect, and how the percentages pay.It is fairly elementary forsomeone who has been at the track a few times but there were a fewlingering questions I had that this book answered.

The crux of the bookis McBride's system for long-term profit making at the track.From hisnumbers, one would guess it would work.In short, his strategy is to takea months' races and categorize them.By doing an analysis on the postposition, early leader, class changes, late speed and maneuvering ability,one can see which patterns becoming more distinct.Knowing that earlyspeed racers, for instance, do well at a particular track would be adefinite advantage.Each track has its own advantages anddisadvantages.

I noted some of the mistakes that I was making and some ofthe knowledge I had picked up the hard way (by losing).However, McBride'ssystem doesn't really appear to be for the casual gamer.It appears itwould take at least an hour before a race to score a guide and justgenerating the 30 races worth of data could be time consuming (at least anhour or two an evening).The math behind the grading process is verysimple and could easily be done by a computer program.Also, McBride'ssystem is not for the "cheap" gambler.He advocates betting a 4or 5 (around $12 - $24 a race) box trifecta for maximum winnings.Hisexperience and samples indicate this is the highest pay off percentage.

This book is an excellent read for players of all levels.
I read the Book by Mr. McBride and I must tell those out there who have the chance to get a hold of a copy of this fine book to do so. The book pretty much entails all the knowledge you need whether you are a novice, oran expert player or handicapper. If you have played the greyhounds for along time, it will aid you in polishing up your skills in the racing game.Overall, this is an excellent book and value.

Excellent all-around handicapping book
This book covers 98% of all you need to know about the races, handicapping, betting, and scoring dog races.Probably the best value in greyhound racing books. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Airman, published by U.S. Air Force, Air Force News Agency on May 1, 2005. The length of the article is 487 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Surgeon tackles elements in 1,000-mile Alaska dog sled race.
Author: Amy Hansen
Publication: Airman (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2005
Publisher: U.S. Air Force, Air Force News Agency
Volume: 49Issue: 5Page: 13(1)

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The first edition of this book was responsible for inspiring tens of thousands of people to adopt ex-racers. Now, this fully updated edition features groundbreaking veterinary information not available anywhere else. Greyhound authority Cynthia Branigan–who has placed over 4,000 Greyhounds through her organization–offers updated statistics on the costs involved with adopting as well as new health information, such as warnings about tick-borne diseases and suggestions on buying veterinary insurance. Branigan carefully explains how to care for a Greyhound–everything from feeding and grooming to training–and how to extend the dog’s life span. Readers will also find a wealth of updated information on medical conditions in Greyhounds and the latest in tests and treatment.Download Description
The first edition of this book was responsible for inspiring tens of thousands of people to adopt ex-racers. Now, this fully updated edition features groundbreaking veterinary information not available anywhere else. Greyhound authority Cynthia Branigan–who has placed over 4,000 Greyhounds through her organization–offers updated statistics on the costs involved with adopting as well as new health information, such as warnings about tick-borne diseases and suggestions on buying veterinary insurance. Branigan carefully explains how to care for a Greyhound–everything from feeding and grooming to training–and how to extend the dog’s life span. Readers will also find a wealth of updated information on medical conditions in Greyhounds and the latest in tests and treatment. ... Read more

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This book was full of interesting & great information on Greys
I am a first time Greyhound adopter and I'm so glad this is one of the books that was a pre-adoption requirement. I enjoy how Cynthia is so in tune with these wonderful dogs and she gives you the info directly from her heart! They said any book by Cynthia Branigan is worth purchasing, so I'm going to buy her other book on Greyhounds next.

A helpful hand
This book was such a help as the breed was new to me. I knew nothing about the personality of the breed or what to expect. This book will help any one interested in adopting a Grey through the first months and the life of the pet. The medical information is invaluble as these are things some vets don't know let alone the pet owner. The book not only assists you in knowing the breed before you bring one home, but can greatly assist you in deciding if this is the right pet for you.

Adopting the Racing Greyhound
this book is a must if you are planning to adopt a greyhound for a companion...great information to help you make the right decision to see if a greyhound is the right "new family member" for you and your family.

Great book
Great book -- if I only had one book on the subject, this would be it.

The narrative style made the book enjoyable for me to read (yet difficult to skim).The book offered me plenty of practical advice and opinion based on the author's experience.

The "dummies book" is has better illustrations, but this book wins-out for its consistent organization and easy readability.(I've also reviewed the Dummies book on Amazon in more detail: 3 of 5 stars).

Greyhounds
This is absolutely the best book to read if you are interested in finding out more about greyhound adoption.The information is clear, accurate, and very well written.Consider this your greyhound "Bible". ... Read more

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Fantastic
I'm so surprised nobody has reviewed this wonderful book yet! I guess it's up to me.

First, this book is easy to read and comprehend, which is good because there is lots of useful information to remember. There is nothing in this book that is not covered. It even has a section about the tick diseases greyhounds can have because at the tracks, the dogs are not given any sort of flea/tick control.

This book does not take sides in the greyhound racing debate. Instead it gives truthful, unbiased information all about greyhounds! If you are seriously interested in adopting a retired racing greyhound, this is the book for you. It has lots of gorgeous photographs and short, fun stories about adopted greyhounds. It is very well organized and it is easy to find what you are looking for.

I really like Adopting the Racing Greyhound by Cynthia A. Branigan also, but if I had to pick between the two I would pick this one simply because the information is just as good plus you get color photographs and shiny pages. Whee! Also, it is a hardcover book and in my opinion that is a plus.

This book is perfect and lovely. I highly recommend it to any greyhound fan!



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This is a book for the seasoned greyhound owner and trainer as well as for the rank amateur who has just decided to buy his first dog. All aspects of greyhound sporting are covered in detail. With more than 150 photographs. A must-have book for Greyhound afficionados. ... Read more

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would by author again
I bought this book for my husband,who is not a reader but he has been reading this.I was shocked because other than a newspaper or the mail I have never seen this man read anything.We have been married for over 22 years.So,I guess he must like it.

Experienced at reading the racing form
I think this book is for a weekend trip to the dog track, maybe even a week in advance.That is the sort of book it was.

Good Handicapping Start
Prof. Jones steps through the basics of handicapping greyhounds in this book.His method handicaps by calculating the following variables:Effective Grade (determined by assigning scores to the WPS results over the dog's last 12 races), Current Form, Speed, Run Style (Inside, Outside preference in relation to post position) and Kennel (looks at all Kennel's WPS results...top kennels make sure their dogs are ready to race).These variables are then weighted with Effective Grade receiving about 50% of the weight.Based upon the total, bet determinations are made.This approach is good for the higher classes, but will not help you much in the lower classes or Maiden races (which he states).The chapter on betting strategies is rather short.Beyond WPS, Jones covers Trifecta Keys and Wheels and when to use those betting strategies.
Overall, this is a good intro to handicapping.The one tip I picked up about betting a favorite to show/place and the second highest rated dog to win, in certain situations, has paid for the book many times over.Good handicapping!

Prof. Jones a must read for serious handicappers
Prof. Jones book is a great basis book to use for handicapping.It willhelp you develop you system, and gives honest, sound advice. (there isanother review of a different book under this book I also reviewed, sorryfor the mixup)

All around great handicapping book
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Wild and wacky racer dogs press the pedal in this picture book so original and funny it's guaranteed to stop traffic and win first place in the hearts of young dog and car lovers. Bingo, Stinky, Wags, Trixie, Dodger, Zigzag, Flick, and Racer Jack all have their eyes on the trophy cup. But adventures await before victory can be claimed-confusing road signs, breakdowns, pit stops-not to mention Racer Jack's penchant for driving the wrong way, which creates a crashing conclusion for all! Bob Kolar's ingenious rhymes and wittily detailed world guarantee uproarious read-aloud fun. So GO GO GO! ... Read more

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Racer Dogs
Cars and Dogs -- for a boy, how can you go wrong?Very cute, clever rhymes, detailed silly illustrations with puns for the adults scattered throughout the background.Keeps me and my 5 year old son in stitches.The characters are very cute also.The race is just for fun and there is so much to look at along the way, the dogs get all distracted while they're driving.You could read this again and again!

Great preschool book
My four year old son's favorite book. There are lots of words and many detailed pictures and phrases to keep your little one interested. I love the way it comes to a soothing ending as all the dogs go to sleep at the end...perfect for a bedtime story. You won't be dissapointed with this purchase!

Will become one of your favorites
I found myself a little tongue tied the first few times we read this but it is a great story and well illustrated. A favorite for any child who loves dogs or cars. (And grown ups too!) Another book we don't tire of reading.

Great
We've had this book since it was published - it delighted my son then and he still loves it at age 7.My 4 year old daughter likes it a lot too.Great rhythm to the words.A favorite of ours and it's an often chosen bedtime book.

Very cute
My 3 yr old boy loves this book. The illustrations are colorful and modern, the text rhymes, and there is nothing scary or worrisome. ... Read more

Book Description
This digital document is an article from Jack & Jill, published by Benjamin Franklin Literary & Medical Society, Inc. on October 1, 1996. The length of the article is 468 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Run, dogs, run! (family that raises and trains sled dogs in New York)
Author: Aline A. Newman
Publication: Jack & Jill (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 1996
Publisher: Benjamin Franklin Literary & Medical Society, Inc.
Volume: v58Issue: n7Page: p24(3)

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This digital document is an article from Junior Scholastic, published by Scholastic, Inc. on February 26, 2001. The length of the article is 360 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Is the Iditarod Cruel to Dogs?(Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race)
Publication: Junior Scholastic (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 26, 2001
Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
Volume: 103Issue: 13Page: 3

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