This Is The Collie

I’m always looking for new topics to cover in the blog, and decided to combine our series of book reviews with my love of researching and sharing the history of the collie.  This week I wanted to share another “must have” addition to the our book list, for anyone wanting to learn more about the collie.  The book, This is the Collie, by Esther McCloskey, was originally published in 1963.

My copy was part of my Uncle Fran’s collection, which makes it even more special to me.  The book is well written and covers a variety of topics, from the origin of the collie, coat color inheritance, breeding and whelping puppies, showing and grooming, as well as many other topics.   I also love viewing the old pictures included in the chapters.

In this picture is Sally (Sara) Futh, of Starberry Collies, a well known collie breeder and highly respected judge.
 

I love reading these old books, containing the advice and breeding perspective of past collie experts.  They contain valuable information that might otherwise be lost to us.  I’m including an old dog food commercial that was filmed at Starberry Kennel.  Enjoy!