The first book to give the hunting dog owner comprehensive information and guidelines for the lifetime health care of their hunting dogs. The author covers a step-by-step schedule of care for an eight-week-old puppy to a senior dog of 18 years. There is an extensive section on conditioning and pre-season exercises. The author also covers the importance of breeding and dog nutrition and its importance in performance and good conformation. There is also a section on health care including vaccinations, and on skin and coat care. Also covered are the common orthopedic problems and conditions in hunting dogs and how to treat them.