SAINT BERNARDS — EXHIBITING AND BREEDING
Most Saint Bernard books are written for the new pet owner or prospective owner. Zielinski, a long-time breeder/judge, looks at every aspect that is of interest to the serious fancier, whether for show or breeding. If you are serious about St. Bernard dogs and want to start competing in the showring or have aspirations of breeding a litter of St. Bernard puppies, this is the perfect choice. From understanding the breed standard to choosing a quality breeder and raising the puppy, to the show ring or whelping box, Zielinski shares all.
EXPERT ADVICE ON ST. BERNARD DOGS
1. A wonderful "Standard in Pictures," plus extensive description of the breed standard
2. What is a fault, and what to look for in markings, head, and movement
3. Guidelines for buying a top quality puppy
4. Perspective of a judge who also exhibits
5. Fifty tips for the less experienced breeder, and more for those with experience
AUTHOR STAN ZIELINSKI
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Stan Zielinski, with more than thirty years of experience with Saint Bernards, is active in the Saint Bernard Club of America, the Saint Bernard Club of Puget Sound, and the Puyallup Valley Dog Fanciers. He is a licensed dog show judge and was a student of the world’s foremost Saint Bernard authority, Beatrice M. Knight. Together with his wife, Joan, he established Stoan’s Kennel in Kent, Washington, where he has bred a number of champions and obedience title holders.
In Stan’s direct and often humorous manner of approaching a topic, he discusses puppies, breeding, faults, temperament, movement, size, judging, and all aspects of the Saint Bernard breed. Read his interesting blog at http://stoans.blogspot.com/ |
Hardcover, 8.5 x 11, illustrated, index $24.95
SAINT BERNARD CONTENTS
Introduction
Preface
Whatever Happened to Moderation?
The Official Standard for the Saint Bernard
An Extensive Description of the Saint Bernard
The Movement Described in the Standard
The Expected Temperament of a Saint Bernard
The Skin Game
What Size Is the Right Size?
No Head, No Saint!
Proportions of the Head
The Muzzle
The Teeth
The Flews
The Skull
The Furrows
The Eyes
The Ears
Markings
What Is a Fault?
What Makes One Fault More Important Than Another?
Taking Care of the Puppies
Grading the Litter
Guidelines for Buying a Puppy
The Rewards and Risks of Inbreeding
Choosing a Mate for Your Dog
Advice for the Less Experienced Breeder
A Short Course on Judging Saint Bernards
The Perspective of a Judge Who Also Exhibits
Judges Who Fail to Put the Emphasis Where It Belongs
The Essence of Breed Type
The Three Varieties of Saint Bernards
List of Abbreviations Used in This Book
Index
“This book includes well-considered advice about puppies, breeding, and judging, including a chapter of the type every book should have.”
--Colorado Libraries
“The Standard is well illustrated and there is a wide range of well produced photographs.”
--Terry Munro, Dog World
