Greyhound Racing And Breeding

This early work on greyhound racing and breeding was originally published in 1927. The author was a well-known dog book writer of his day, with his main interest being dogs of a sporting variety. This well researched book will prove of much interest to all with an involvement with greyhounds. It contains nine detailed chapters, all well illustrated with vintage black and white photographs. Contents: How the Sport Originated. Method of Conducting Meetings. System of Handicapping. How to Choose a Dog. The Cost of Racing a Dog. Behind the Scenes. How to Start a Kennel. The Fastest Animal. Heroes of the Track. Rules of the Greyhound Racing Association. In addition to being a fascinating read for any greyhound enthusiast, the book also contains much information that is still practical and useful today.