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The Hunt, Point, Retrieve [HPR] breeds of dog are unique in the gundog world. They are extraordinary all-rounders and no other gundog has the sheer range of capabilities, in the show ring and in the field, as well as in the home as pets. Aimed at both the beginner and those with more experience, this invaluable book opens up all aspects of the fascinating Hunt, Point, Retreive world for you and your dog to explore and enjoy. This fascinating and wide-ranging book is aimed at all those interested in gundogs and Hunt, Point, Retrieve dogs in particular as well as those with an interest in dogs, dog training, field sports and country interests. Guides the reader through the world of HPR, the breeds, their history and development. Gives advice on choosing the right breed, what to watch for, which breeder to choose, fitting the dog into your lifestyle and the basic training required. Illustrated with 77 colour photographs and diagrams. Nigel Dear is an acknowledged expert on HPR dogs and chairman of the HPR Field Trial Association.
About the author
The author has been working with dogs since the mid-1980s – his first dogs were Irish Setters. The arrival of a Hungarian Vizsla in 2003 heralded the move to the HPR group of gundogs with success in Field Trials and Working Tests and is an A Panel Field Trial Judge. As well as other Vizslas, he also owned and worked a German Shorthaired Pointer. He was the Field Trial Secretary for the Hungarian Vizsla Society prior to employment at The Royal Kennel Club as Field Trial Secretary for nearly 10 years.
He enjoys working and picking-up at a local shoot and is Chairman of the Hungarian Vizsla Society.
Summary
Topics covered:The different breeds of HPR dogs and their history and developmentHow to choose an HPR dog that meets and individual's needsShowing your dog, the HPR dog in the field and basic trainingExamines in detail the working tests, spring pointing and field trials
