I have brought in from England what I consider the best books on Patterdale Terriers, Hunting with Terriers, and Lurchers. The prices and descriptions are listed. Just send me an email or call 925-280-0969 to make sure that I have the one you want in stock. I will respond and you can send me a money order made out to Rick Hansen for the price of the book plus the shipping. I have all of these books in my personal library as well. You will not be disappointed. I will be bringing in more books in the future so watch for additional titles.
THE FELL TERRIER by D.Brian Plummer. When anyone wants to know more about Patterdale Terriers, this book is always mentioned. The trick is getting ahold of it. I have a limited amount of copies. This book specifically talks about the Fell or Patterdale terrier and the men who breed and work them. 80 photographs and 224 pages of good fast reading. If you are interested about this breed you must have this book.
PRICE. $41.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
HUNT AND WORKING TERRIERS by Sir Jocelyn Lucas, Forwarded by Brian Plummer. The base reference book for Working Terriers. The unsurpassed 1931 manual on almost every breed of working terrier including the Patterdale, Lakeland, Jack Russell, Fox, Border, Sealyham, Bedlington and others. Their training and entering to fox, rabbit, rat, etc. 100 photographs in 367 pages. Highly Recommended.
PRICE. $44.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
THE WORKING TERRIER YEARBOOKS 1978-81 edited by David Harcombe. The re-issue of the first three very popular Working Terrier Yearbooks combined in one volume. Over 70 articles on working terriers, i.e. Patterdale, Jack Russell, Border, Lakeland, Sealyham, Bedlington, etc. Foxing, ratting, lurchers, etc. by leading experts. Over 130 photos in 320 pages. GREAT READING.
PRICE. $35.00 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
THE WORLD OF THE WORKING TERRIER by David Harcombe. Due to popular demand this book has been re-issued. The World of the Working Terrier is now available in extensive new format. This book compliments David Harcombe's other highly successful books. Lots of great pictures in 212 pages.
PRICE. $37.75 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
THE COMPLETE BOOK OF SIGHTHOUNDS, LURCHERS and LONGDOGS by D. Brian Plummer. Anyone interested in Terrier work has had or will have an interest in LURCHERS. This method of hunting has been done for ages in many parts of the world. A large, extensive manual on almost every aspect of owning, training, working and running these canine athletes. Plus taking different quarry by coursing and lamping by day and night, etc. Illustrated with many photos in 370 pages.
PRICE. $39.50 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $6.00 1st class.
The Working Bedlington Terrier Yearbook 1998 by J.R. Methven. Recently acquired - Limited and last stock of the very popular book. 1998 issue includes articles on Breeding the Working Beldington by George Newcomb, Bedlington history by Greenstone, Forum with John Holden and John Methven plus many more. Soft Cover. (1997 issue are now out of print) Many good photos in 76 pages. If you like terriers, this is an interesting little book on Bedlingtons. A great add-on to the terrier library.
PRICE. $28.75 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
Sporting Terriers - Their History, Training and Management by Pierce O'Conor. Reprint of the 1929 much sought after book. A fascinating historical account of terrier work over eighty years ago. There are Chapters on the breeds of sporting terriers and their history, and on fox, badger, otter, and weasal hunting, ratting and rabbiting. Soft Cover. Some great drawings, 157 pages. A great add-on to the terrier library.
PRICE. $29.75 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Traditional Working Terrier by Sean Frain. This book deals with the origins and uses of the main working terrier breeds and discusses how to care for and use them for pest control. 112 pages, paperback.Good variety on terrier work.
PRICE. $20.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Complete Jack Russell by James McKay. Discusses all aspects of the breed - care, feeding, showing, medical treatment, housing and training, breeding, the law and there is also an appendix on terrier terms. 176 pages, paperback.
PRICE. $20.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Poachers Handbook by Ian Niall, Illustrations by Barbara Greg. Originally publishes in 1950, this lyrical exposition of Ian Niall's childhood exploits was then and is now a very popular favourite. This edition is published with the original wood engraving illustrations. 144 pages, paperback.
PRICE. $24.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
Working Ferrets by Jackie Drakeford. This book explains how to train and use a ferret to chase rabbits from their burrows. Every aspect of working a ferret is included.
128 pages, paperback.
PRICE. $17.50 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
Complete Guide to Ferrets
by James McKay. Covers all aspects of ferrets and their life as family pets. There is advice on housing and equipment, feeding, handling, training, breeding, showing, ferret racing, working and ailments.
160 pages, paperback.
PRICE. $20.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Pet Ferret Handbook
by Sean Frain. This book specifically designed for keepers of domestic ferrets in homes and apartments and covers the history of the ferret, how to choose the right pet, housing, feeding, house training, hygiene, exercise, breeding and even exhibiting. It will be a vital reference for all prospective and current owners.
144 pages, b/w photographs, paperback.
PRICE. $20.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Working Longdog
by Frank Sheardown. 'Anyone with even a passing interest in keeping and coursing longdogs will peruse this book with pleasure.' - Country Sports
160 pages, paperback.
PRICE. $24.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The Lurcher
by Frank Sheardown. In addition to looking at the Lurcher as it is bred today and what can be found of the breed around the world, the author looks at the practical aspects of breeding, care and dog management.
192 pages, hardback.
PRICE. $31.25 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
The New Complete Lurcher
by D. Brian Plummer. This essential, fully updated guide defines the many confusing types of Lurcher, tells how to acquire, train, breed and enter them into competition.
256 pages, hardback.
PRICE. $33.95 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
Hounds of The World
by David Alderton. The text adopts a chronological approach to the subject, explaining the development ofhound lineage, and the different types of hound that have evolved down the centuries.
152 pages, hardback.
PRICE. $41.25 plus shipping. $3.00 book rate or $7.00 1st class.
This site is one of a very few that talks
about and promotes the use of Patterdale Terriers to hunt varmints. The
Patterdale Terrier is considered one of the rarest breed of dogs in the
United States. Some people are using them strictly as pets while the real
interest and use of Patterdale Terriers lay with the hunter or wanna be
hunter. I got interested in the breed trying to find an alternative to
the Pit Bull Terrier I had as a kid. I wanted to get a dog that had grit
and brains. However, the dog could not be aggressive to other dogs or people.
I looked at the other breeds of Terriers available including the Airedale
Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier, Wire Hair Fox Terrier, and the Jadg Terrier.
I started considering what I wanted to do with the dog. I knew I wanted
to hunt Fox, Raccoon, Possum, Ground Hogs, Rats, and other varmints.
After serious consideration of these other
breeds, I found out about the Patterdale Terrier and never looked back.
I own two dogs now. A black bitch that is very intense when hunting 14
inches and 17 lbs, and a black and tan male that can go just about anywhere
due to his small size. He is only 12 inches tall and 12 lbs. He is very
hand spannable and has a good nose. He is available for stud.
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