The novice owner will find here all the basic information on whippets, the experienced whippet fan will enjoy the humorous writing and will come upon some useful new whippet information. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Hes at hea he was homed once to a lovely family but sadly decided he hated cats after. Born 8 may last year, now measuring 27 to shoulder. Consider joing the cult that is the retired greyhound club. Feb 18, 2017 consider joing the cult that is the retired greyhound club. He leads into this account with a rundown of lurcher and longdog breeds and crosses, detailing the most favourable combinations of dam and sire. Practical genetics for dog breeders book pdf download. What is the best sighthound breed for a companion dog. Find all of vetstreets articles, photo galleries and videos about the greyhound dog breed here. Lurcher, dogs, gypsy, animals, animales, animaux, doggies, animal books, pet dogs.
Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Lurchers also have to be trained to very high levels of obedience, hence the use of the border and bearded collies in their make up. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Feb 25, 2010 lurchers are great, versatile dogs, what mix is yours, and what sire do you plan to use. Historically a poachers dog, lurchers in modern times are used as pets, hunting dogs and in racing. Practical lurcher breeding plummer sign in to follow this. Depending on their inheritance, lurcher puppies have a different appearance in their size, coat type, and color. Southern lurcher lifeline is an evolution of southern lurcher rescue, approved. When i first met the mister, he was used to shooting over his ferrets, while i worked them with a lurcher. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. It is usually a crossbreed between two sighthounds of different breeds, and is thus distinct from the lurcher, which is. Greyhounds and lurchers as family pets at any one time dogs trust has about 2,000 dogs waiting for new homes. Nov 02, 2012 when i first met the mister, he was used to shooting over his ferrets, while i worked them with a lurcher.
Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. The lurcher is not easily defined and there are nearly countless possibilities of what constitutes one. Lurcher news newspapers books scholar jstor june 2009 learn how and when to remove this template. Like new apart from slight damage to binding on box see photo signed limited edition. Like the greyhound, the lurcher is neither aggressive nor highly strung, but docile and dependable towards its owners. Buy lurcher collectables and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Breaston terrier, lurcher and whippet show saturday 20th sunday 21st july has 633 members. Lurcher dogs were bred to hunt rabbit and hare in ireland and great britain by irish. You may be able to find one of the following books at your local library. The various lurcher breed clubs are the best way forward to give names of reputable breeders who have a lot of experience in the breed and who follow the guidelines of good breeding, health checks, backup service and advice after a puppy is sold. Lurcher, dogs, gypsy, animals, animales, animaux, doggies, animal books. Lurcher is a result of crossing sighthounds with terrier or herding dogs.
The lurcher is the offspring of a sighthound mated with another type, most commonly a pastoral breed or. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Because of their genetic makeup, lurchers tend to be versatile in the extreme, combining both excellent family pet or companion dog with an exceptional. Historically a poachers dog, lurchers in modern times are. While a lurcher is not classed as a purebred dog, and their breeding and appearance can vary considerably. Since a lurcher can live to be 12 to 14 years old, even an adult dog will be with your family for a long time. An original lurcher book for sale for 150 condition. Best lurcher book around dogs and dog training pigeon. Manny riley is a recovering alcoholic and struggling scriptwrit.
Genuine old fashioned and very very hairy lurcher with stunning looks and a fantastic temperament. In this stepbystep guide to breeding lurchers, plummer covers all the mechanics of breeding. Typically a lurcher is a combination of a sighthound often a greyhound and another type of working dog, thereby creating a dog with a combination of speed and intelligence. Mar 03, 2006 i am thinking of getting a lurcher or two in the near future and would like know if ye could advise me on the best lurcher book available on the market that would give a beginner like me all the information i need to know about the breeds and crosses and training them from a pup as i would like t. Websters dictionary describes the lurcher as a dog of nondescript breed. I am thinking of getting a lurcher or two in the near future and would like know if ye could advise me on the best lurcher book available on the market that would give a beginner like me all the information i need to know about the breeds and crosses and training them from a pup as i would like t. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. It is a crossbreed, generally between a sighthound traditionally the greyhound and a member of the terrier or pastoral group of dogs. Greyt books on greyhounds and greyhound adoption lurcher. We strongly recommend that you read one book on adoption. The lurcher is a specific type of mixed breed dog rather than a breed of its. It will enjoy running free in a safe, enclosed area.
The lurcher is not a recognised breed but a mixture of breeds. Lurchers are ancient dogs and are documented in medieval manuscripts such as the book of kells. They are calm, affectionate except around cats or other furry critters, active. Jan 29, 20 explore gypsygoldhorses board lurchers, a gypsy favorite. This book is an idiots guide to lurcher breeding a step by step account of the breeding of lurchers and longdogs, not only to continue a family of lurchers, but also for starting up a commercial lurcher breeding kennels. Downtoearth practical information is given to cover virtually every contingency associated with breeding and whelping. Being a crossbreed, it has mix traits of a sighthound and nonsighthound breed. Mar 12, 2018 lurcher is a result of crossing sighthounds with terrier or herding dogs. By definition, a lurcher is a sighthound cross, most often part greyhound. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. He would easily be an only hound if your around most of the time. Many of the health problems in lurchers arent apparent in puppyhood, but by adopting an adult dog, most of them can be ruled out. Hi guys i have lurcher books excellent working conditionedcome with box for 27. Lurcher books for sale in uk 57 used lurcher books.
The lurcher is a type of dog rather than a breed of dog. Breaston terrier, lurcher and whippet show saturday 20th. Some of the most common conditions to look out for include bloat, heatstroke, muscle injuries, and osteosarcoma. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. If anyone is thinking about getting a lurcher please purchase this book, you will learn so much, and how they are different from other breeds.
He was found on the streets of bucharest in freezing cold temperatures and deep snow probably around 6 months old back then. Every so often we glance at the doggie search questions people use to find this site. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This book is an idiots guide to lurcher breeding a step by step account of the breeding of lurchers and longdogs, not only to continue a fam. The world dog show 2018 in amsterdam is for the dutch kennel club raad van beheer reason to publish a new book about the national dutch dog breeds. A lurcher is a sighthound such as a greyhound crossed with a terrier, herding breed, or large scenthound with the idea of bringing in greater tenacity, intelligence, or scenting ability. Lurchers are primarily hunting dogs, prized for their stealth and silence. Contrary to popular belief, the lurcher is an amiable, relaxed and gentle breed, with a quiet temperament that enjoys regular human contact. This makes for a swift, athletic hunting and racing dog that is also an. Sad sale due to too many dogs and not enough time for all. Coursing the pursuit of game with gazehounds there are a few marks on dj more indentations than marks shelf wear to edges but internally very crisp and clean. Jenny reading, lurcher sculpture, greyhound sculpture, hayloft contemporary gallery jenny reading using biscuit ware and stoneware firing techniques with metal oxides, jenny reading produces tactile hand built ceramics of lurchers and greyhounds. The lurcher needs to go for a walk at least once a day especially in small living quarters. Puppy or adult, take your lurcher to your veterinarian soon after adoption.
A lurcher type and is super with children and people. Lurchers that are the result of a cross of two sighthounds such as, the popular cross of a greyhound and deerhound are a subgroup of lurchers called longdogs. Here, at last, is a revised and expanded edition of this awardwinning breeders reference. You have many answers and it is clear that some people have little notion of a lurcher, most however are correct in that 2 years old is the minimum age that you should consider putting your btch to stud. Lurchers, lurcher dog information, pictures, breeders, dogs. The lurcher is usually not recommended for city life, as it is a very highenergy dog. The lurcher is not recognised by the kennel club and as such there are no breed specific breeding restrictions in place. The steadfast and companionable lurcher is a breed of large dog is a hybrid mix crossbreed, bred from a greyhound and a terrier or a variety of other mixes. Practical lurcher breeding plummer hunting books the. The lurcher is considered a hardy and healthy breed, but as with any breed, poor breeding can lead to puppies that have different medical illnesses and genetic conditions. One parent is a sighthound usually a greyhound, and while the other parent can be any type of dog, they are usually pastoral working dogs like collies or terriers. House trained, great with people, loves attention and sofas. Practical lurcher breeding book by david brian plummer 3. Lurcher by plummer abebooks abebooks shop for books.
With this said, potential owners should always ask breeders for proof of a puppys parent dogs lineage and whether they have tested positive to any hereditary conditions the breed is known to suffer from. Advice, opinion and anecdote in plummers customary style. May 21, 2018 just a thought, what peoples preference in using a pure sight hound, greyhound, saluki,deerhound, whippet to start a line to get a lurcher using in the dam or sire, or just go straight to lurcher x lurcher to get a lurcher pup. There are a number of excellent books on greyhound adoption. Complete lurcher, the by plummer, david brian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Successful dog breeding is a book for the firsttime breeder and longtime fancier alike, no matter what the breed. A long dog is any dog of sighthound type, whether purebred or not. The abandonment of these dogs is a common problem also faced by many other animal welfare charities. I may have to post a photograph of me in a white coat, like continue reading common lurcher questions.
Never were there two more conflicting ways to conduct the same discipline. The lurcher as a functional dog, from a blend of breeds, its anatomy allowing hunting prowess. Jul 23, 2011 dutch salmons gazehounds and coursing darcys extreme lurcherwork an american coursing book cant remember the author running dog maintence by penny taylor a way overdue and must have book for any lurcher enthusiast and one of my favourites rich without money by trevor liddle all about the flapping game years ago and the tricks and cons that went on trevor is a real nice guy and gentleman. Buy practical lurcher breeding new edition by plummer, david brian isbn. Old fashioned traditional hairy lurcher deerhound cross in.
After the result was further crossed to sighthound it could be only about 25%, but by now the selection of individual could affect the percentage, a fact that the comic never mentioned when ranting on about scientific formulas for lurcher breeding. Book arrived faster than expected from the usa, very interesting book, far better than anything i have read before, explains all the principles of line breeding whether for herd or flock of any animal by a man who has practical knowledge this is not just a theoretical explanation like so much of the information available on the internet, the man is a farmer and draws on a wealth of practical. Deerhoundgreyhound cross, totally laid back and great with other dogs. Lurcher and long dog training by plummer, david brian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. George is approximately 3 year old male lurcher and a lovely playful chap. Dec 03, 2015 or an expert avoids most of the issues.
Lurchers are great, versatile dogs, what mix is yours, and what sire do you plan to use. Southern lurcher lifeline is a uk registered charity, no. Having sighthound in it, it is extremely fast and is a natural racer. Er ist keine hunderasse im eigentlichen sinne, sondern eine gebrauchskreuzung aus zwei oder. A lurcher is classed as any dog that comprises of the crossing of a sighthound with any other breed of dog that is not a sighthound, often a terrier type or a dog from a working herding breed, although any variant is theoretically possible. However, they have long straight legs, dark round eyes, and small wire haired ears. The lurcher is the offspring of a sighthound mated with another type, most commonly a pastoral breed or a terrier. Lurcher breeders and breeding information lurchers.
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