Book description
THIRTY YEARS WITH FIGHTING DOGS GEORGE C. ARMITAGE. Originally
published 1935, USA, this is a reprint of a fascinating historical
document about fighting dogs. The original is very rare, expensive and
much sought after by dogmen and collectors, both for its rarity and the
information contained within. "Thirty Years With Fighting
Dogs" is a look at the sport of dog fighting in the early 20th
century through the eyes of George Armitage, an acknowledged master of
the game. It contains 55 rare photographs including Galvin's Pup, John
Noonan's Brandy, Tanner, Shipley's Pearlie, Saddler's Bozo, Dugan's Pat
and many more. Many famous battles are related. The contents also
include articles on Schooling a Young Dog, Selecting a Dog for Pit
Purposes, Armitage's Rules, Sample Contract, Armitage's Keep, Feeding
and Breeding. A fascinating look at a vanished era.
