Afghan Hound Database and Breed Information Exchange (Books and Publications) |
This section provides information about books and publications on the the Afghan Hound and links/contacts to booksellers etc.
1. CONTACTS AND LINKS FOR BOOKS ON THE AFGHAN HOUND
- (UK) Doggie Hubbard
- The Author of the first ever book on the Afghan Hound and the famous "Doggie Hubbard Bookshop". Address - Ffynnon Cadno, Ponterwyd, Aberyswythm Wales, SY23 3AD, Telephone 01970 890224 - (UK) Corsini
Featuring rare and out-of-print dog books including books on the Afghan Hound. Corsini Books Also look at for Corsini prints. - (UK) Countryman Books
Dealers in rare and out of print Dog books including The Afghan Hound.Countryman Books
2. AFGHAN HOUND BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
- The Afghan Handbook, author Clifford L.B.Hubbard ("Doggy Hubbard"), UK publisher Nicholson & Watson London, First published 1951, ISBN not known. The very first book written about the Afghan Hound, with input from the early breeders, essential for inclusion in your Afghan collection. Book is out of print but second hand copies available. The author still runs his world famous bookshop - Doggie Hubbards Bookshop, Ffynnon Cadno, Ponterwyd, Aberystwyth, Dyfed, Wales, Telephone 01970 890224
- Memories from Eta Pauptit (vdOM Afghans) (Netherlands) Eta tells about her youth, WWII, horses, dogs, cats, and travels around the world. A very significant kennel and breeder and long awaited publication. Click here for further details.
- The Afghan Hound A Definitive Study, author Margaret Niblock (Khanabad Afghans) (UK), publisher K & R Books Ltd, Edlington, Lincolnshire. First published 1980, ISBN 0 903264 38 2. In my opinion, this is the definitive book on the breed (from a UK perspective). Written by a person who knew the people, knew the breed. A special lady, a special book, essential to any collection.
- Afghan Hound -The World Of Dogs, author Lynda Race UK (Kaskarak Afghans), publisher TFH Kingdom Books. First published 1999. The most recent book published on the breed. Visit the Author's homepage for more details
- How to Raise and Train an Afghan - Sunny Shay & Sara M. Barbaresi. Published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. and distributed by T.F.H. Publications, Inc. Published 1958, The Library of Congress Number is 57-13283. Afghan Hounds - Sunny Shay (Grandeur) Reprint 1983 (I do not know if there is a more recent reprint...)
- "The Visualization of the Afghan Hound" (AHCA) As interpreted by Sandy Frei,
"Stormhill", Janis Reital, "Tifarah" and Julie Roche, "Qamari". This
instructional manual utilizes generic drawings to illustrate correct and
incorrect features of the Afghan Hound as interpreted by the American
standard.Click here for more information
- The Afghan Hound Its Care And Training, author Catherine Sutton (UK), publisher K & R Books. First published 1976, ISBN 0 903264 11 0. A small book, targetted at the new or novice owner, written by the famous allrounder judge which offers a less specialist view. An interesting read but may not be mainstream for the enthusiast.
- The Complete Afghan Hound, authors Miller & Gilbert, (USA) publisher Howell Book House New York USA. The edition I have is second edition published 1971. This is the definitive book on the breed (from the USA perspective). The New Complete Afghan Hound" was revised and released its fourth edition in 1988. Written by authors who knew the people, knew the breed, essential to any collection
- This is the Afghan Hound. Joan McDonald Brearly. (USA) c1965 TFH Publications. ISBN 0-87666-231-9. Detailed history of the breed. History of Hound racing in England & America. Practical information regarding feeding, grooming, & puppy selection.
- Koning der Honden (King Of Dogs), (HOLLAND) author A H van der Snee uit Ede (Ariensweg t, 6711 PE Ede, Nederlands Tel 08380 11023), First published 1994. The author advises this is the first book on the Afghan produced on the continent. Its in Dutch. Contact the author direct for details
- Le Levrier Afghan (FRANCE), Author M Tosnakis Editions De Vecchi.1992, ISBN 2-7328-1641-8. Breed history, standard, breeding, racing etc, written in French.
- Il Levriero Afghano (ITALY), Author : Cinzia Aymaretti Camia Book written by an experienced owner breeder judge from the first Italian Afghan Hounds kennel since '50s. Click here for full details.
- The Afghan Hound, author Charles Harrison (UK) (Vishnu Afghans), publisher Popular Dogs Publishing Co Ltd, London. First published 1971. An extremely well written book, not as extensive as Margaret Niblocks in respect of breed history details, but is a valuable reference book covering most aspects of Afghan ownership, breeding, judging etc. Recommended addition to any collection
- The Afghan Hound, author W L Hall (Barbille Afghans) (UK).publisher John Gifford Ltd London, first published 1971. Written very enthusiastically by the well known breeder, exhibitor, breed columnist Bill Hall. Compact book with some interesting breed history details and photographs. Perhaps targetted at the new/novice owner and provides an excellent introduction to the breed. A useful addition to any collection.
- Afghan Hound, A Complete Guide. author Daphne Gie (Jagai Afghans). (UK) ISBN 0-7153-7423-0 c1978. Published in Great Britain by Burns Limited, Trowbridge & Esher. US: David & Charles Inc.; Canada: Douglas & Charles Limited. A book intended for people who are enjoying their first Afghan, help the novice buying their first puppy and embarking on their show career
- Afghan Hound, by Bryony Harcourt-Brown. PetLove Interpet Publishing First Edition, 2000 This book provides much needed factual information about the Afghan Hound and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and showing. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy proofing the home, preparing for the pup;s arrival and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an extremely authoritative text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive.
- Architecture Of The Afghan Hound, author Barb Bornsteain (USA) First published 1983,recently reprinted and now available direct from the author ) via Lee Bornstein, c/o Trims Glassworks, 6018 East Osborn Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251-5476, UA.). Internet email address (lee@trims.com). The author provides a detailed anatomical study of the Afghan Hound and relates this to the breed standard. Also contains sections on grooming, but main focus is the breed standard and understanding the architecture/atonomy of the Afghan Hound.
- Afghan Hounds - Beverly Pisano (USA) Published around 1980 (ISBN 0-87666-682-9) by TFH Publications Inc, Neptune NJ, USA . Updated/ larger edition 1988.
3. AFGHAN HOUND ANNUAL PUBLICATIONS, PERIODICALS AND MAGAZINES
- UK Afghan Hound Year Book (1977 to Date), author Harcourt-Brown. Annual publication, hard and softback versions, all UK results, increasingly international with many submissions and articles from around the world. . Back copies available giving 23 years of breed history, photos/pedigrees all UK champions ever made up. Essential reading. Get the set! Or at least start to build your collection. UK Afghan Year Book Available from Harcourt Brown, Greenfield Cottage, Powburn, Alnwick, Northumberland NE66 4HR England. Telephone 01665 578535
- Australasian Afghan Hound Year BookThe Australasian year book was published (1989-1991 I believe) by Helen Furber (Fubari) and is now published by Sahjobe PTY Ltd. 501 Laws Farm Road, Lower Portland, NSW 2756 Australia. Click here for Australasian Year Book
- USA Our Afghans (OA) -The Independent Voice of the Afghan Hound Breed, 31st Year Of Publication. The Up To Date Monthly Breed Magazine. OUR AFGHANS Magazine -- Publication No. 703040 -- is published monthly at a subscription rate of $25.00/year, in the U.S, $32.00/year in Canada and overseas by WEDDLE PUBLICATIONS, 22235 Parthenia Street, West Hills, CA 91304-1348. Periodicals Class postage paid at Canoga Park, CA O1304-1348. Tel 818 340 8635 .Email Ruth Weddle at Our Afghans.
- USA Afghan Hound Review (AHR), BI-Monthly glossy USA produced magazine. Commentary and view on the US Afghan scene, periodic articles on overseas Afghan scene.. Subscription via The AHR, PO Box 30430, Santa Barbara, CA 93130 Tel 805 692 2045 between 10am - 4pm weekdays (Pacific Time) Fax 805692 2055 any time, any day. AHR Website
- The BARAKA BOOK is an English/Italian review about Sighthounds which is published twice a year. It is a must for breeders, judges and lovers of sighthounds (judges of at least three breed ofsighthounds receive the Baraka Book for free). forsoni roberto, Via Bocca del Termine 8, 06032 borgo trevi, italy, Tel/fax 0742/381210. e-mail roberto.forsoni@libero.it. Website http://web.tiscalinet.it/barakabook
4. OTHER CANINE/DOG BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
- Genetics For Dog Breeders, author Roy Robinson, publisher Pergamon Press, Oxford England, first published 1982. ISBN 0 08 037492 1 Excellent book, written by a leading geneticist who has devoted his lifes study to cats, dogs etc. Written in good understandable english as intended to be a practical book. Essential reading for breeders, highly recommended
4. AFGHAN HOUND RESCUE PUBLICATIONS
- The Road I Took To You Published by AHCA Rescue. The stories in this book were donated without cost by their authors or publishers. Proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the Rescue Committee of the Afghan Hound Club of America Rescue to help defray medical costs involved in healing, rehabilitating, spaying and neutering for the orphaned Afghan Hounds who pass through the homes and hearts of their rescuers, on the way to a better life. $12.00 per copy, including postage and handling. To order, send a check made payable to AHCA-Rescue, to the following address; Doug Vinson, Editor, The Road I Took To You 4966 Braeburn Trace, NW, Acworth, Georgia 30102