The Siberian Husky: Able Athlete, Able Friend

by Michael Jennings

Overview

The mischievous face of the Siberian Husky is a familiar sight wherever dog lovers gather, and you don't even need snow or a sled to appreciate the breed's many fine qualities. The spirit of this able athlete and able friend can be recognized throughout this bright, new book. Like the other titles in Howell's Best of Breed Library, this book features chapters on all aspects of caring for and competing with a dog. Written for experienced breeders and novices alike, the book is practical yet complete and includes over 100 full-color photos.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781620457580
Publisher:	TURNER PUB CO
Publication date:	09/30/1999
Series:	Howell Best of Breed
Pages:	226
Product dimensions:	8.40(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

MICHAEL JENNINGS has shared his life with Siberian Huskies for many years. Michael knows the breed as a companion and what it feels like to follow after a team of Huskies on the runners of a sled. As a breeder, he is in the top rank of the fancy. His dogs have proven themselves in competition, in work, in performance and as the special companions Siberians can be.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Phyllis Brayton.

Introduction.

1. Profile of the Siberian Husky--is It Right for You?

2. History of the Siberian Husky.

3. The Official Standard of the Siberian Husky--With Interpretation.

4. Finding the Right Siberian--Puppy, Adult, or Rescue.

5. Living With A Siberian Husky.

6. Keeping Your Siberian Husky Happy and Healthy (Jean Fournier).

7. Grooming the Siberian Husky by Sarah E. Gaunt.

8. Showing the Siberian Husky.

9. Obedience, Agility, and Other Fun and Useful Things (Lois Leonard, Obedience Chair, Siberian Husky Club off America).

10. Training for the Trail (Jane Steffen).

11. The Iditarod: "the Last Great Race".

12. What You Should Know About Breeding.

13. Our Gentle Geriatrics (Jean Fournier).

14. The Siberian Husky Club of America, INC. (Donna Beckman, President, and Delbert L. Thacker, Secretary).

15. Siberians in the Media (Pat Tetrault).

Appendix A: Titles for Which Siberian Huskies Are Eligible.

Appendix B: National Specialty Winners and Owners.

Appendix C: Additional Resources--Books and Organizations.

Epilogue: The Color of the Siberian.

Index.