The Bloodhound Handbook. Douglas H. Appleton. 1960. Rare Dog Book. Francis P. Fretwell Collection.

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Description: One of the many books from the Estate of Francis P. Fretwell that we will be selling. The library is the largest privately owned collection of dog books in the world. Mr. Fretwell was the owner of Monfret Kennels, which bred champion standard poodles. He was former president and governor of the Poodle Club of America, and the Italian Greyhound Club of America. He also served as a delegate to the American Kennel Club for decades. His wonderful collection of books has been carefully maintained. The Bloodhound Handbook. By Douglas H. Appleton. Clifford L. B. Hubbard, editor. London: Nicholson & Watson, 1960. 1st ed. 12mo., 130p., color illustrated dust jacket, red cloth with gilt lettering, 16 plates. Glossary of Bloodhound terms. Hound names. Index. Note on “Distention” [Gastric Torsion] by R. S. Townson, M.R.C.V.S. The Dog Lover’s Library. Jacket has some wear, including an abraded area on front cover (see image). Price-clipped. Front board has some rubbed discoloration. Mr. Fretwell's bp on front fixed endpaper. Very nice, bright interior. VG to VG+.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: FF643
Condition: VG to VG+	Year: 1960
Country: USA
Title: The Bloodhound Handbook. By Douglas H. Appleton.

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