BORIS PEGAN PUBLISHINGS
The English Springer Spaniel Global Review
Vol. 1 & 2
In the first half of Volume 1, the breed is featured in the UK through Crufts’ BOB winners from the first BOB winner in 1903 until 2023; UK Top dogs 2000-2020; Top Producing sires & dams of all time; Top five producing kennels; Interviews with the world-renowned breeder/judges from England (Jenny Miller, Bob Jackson, Jacky Mitchell, Michael Kelly and Kay Woodward); and import influence in the UK. More than just statistics, you will read about a kennel in its early days when WWII broke out who were able to keep their dogs fed and healthy, despite the issues they faced by keeping dogs during the war, because the game keepers were able to keep a supply of rabbits for the dogs. You will also learn that while it was not common for Springers to go Best in Show, there is one top winning dog who won seven BIS at club championship shows and seven BIS at championship shows, including Best in Show under an American judge in 1972 at the Ladies Kennel Association, the most of any UK Springer in history.
The USA section is featured through The Westminster Group placers and BIS winners from the 1940s until 2023; National Specialty BOB winners from 1975-2022; Top Winning Springers in breed points from 1975-2022, as well as Top Producing sires & dams. The top six producing kennels are featured, along with interviews with respected breeders and judges from the USA. In these chapters you will learn about the Springer who is the top producing sire of all time of any breed. There is also the tragic story of one Westminster BIS show winner who ran off and was never found a couple of months after winning BIS. In addition, you will read the story of one famous breeder who managed to rise to the top after a fire destroyed her kennel. USA interviews with: Kathy Kirk, Kathy Lorentzen, Kellie FitzGerald, Mary Osbun, Doug Johnson, Clemencia Saavedra & Dr. Erin Kerfoot.
Written by the internationally known breeder-judge Boris Pegan from Croatia with collaborators, including breeder judges and all-breed judges from around the world. This hardcover XL coffee table book boasts an impressive 532 pages, comprising 38 captivating chapters and showcasing over 600 vivid photographs spanning the years 1920 to 2023. Printed on high-quality, full-color premium paper, this book is a visual treat.
Discover the ultimate encyclopedia for English Springer Spaniel in Scandinavia and Australia with this definitive guide in Vol. 2. Delve into unparalleled insights on grooming and judging English Springer Spaniels, making it the most comprehensive grooming resource available today.
Uncover invaluable tips and techniques in the bonus chapter, “Showing your English Springer,” designed to elevate your expertise in showing these magnificent dogs. Whether you’re a devoted owner, breeder, or judge, this essential volume is an indispensable addition to your library. Don’t miss out on the essential companion for every English Springer Spaniel aficionado.
Explore a comprehensive 45-page section devoted to “Judging the English Springer Spaniels world-wide,” providing invaluable insights into breed type, style variances, standards and essential criteria for prioritization. Upon completing your study of the judging section of this book, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the quintessence of breed type on a global scale. Learn how to reward exemplary traits while avoiding common pitfalls in evaluating this beloved breed.
The introductory chapter of this book seamlessly extends from the vol 1 USA section to explore the profound American influence in Europe & Scandinavia. This paves the way for a substantial Scandinavian section that is so rich in content, it could stand as a book on its own. Penned by Boris Pegan, the Scandinavian section spans an impressive 220 pages. It delves into the histories of Denmark, Finland (with guest appearance of Suvi Lindholm kennel Ocean Pitfal), Sweden (in collaboration with the esteemed Eva Frisk of Beeline fame), and Norway (foreword written Inger Handegård, Kennel Desperado and Ellen Getz Wold, Kennel Kahill). Encapsulating the region’s evolution from 1960 to the present day. Notably, this section encapsulates top winners’ stories, top producers incorporating statistical data and preserved records. The Scandinavian segment features exclusive interviews with breeders & judges such as Inger Kristiansen Sandbæk, Sanna Kavén, Johanna and Katariina Isola (known as Nappi and Nana), late Sigrun Wallqvist, Annika Ulltveit-Moe, Eva Frisk, Vanja Silwa, Heidi Fosberg, and Frank Bjerklund. Their insights and narratives add depth and invaluable perspectives to this comprehensive exploration & comprehensive review of English Springer Spaniels on a Global Scale.
The Australian segment, a collaborative effort between Boris Pegan and Kate Keely has 200 pages, provides an extensive exploration spanning from the 1930s to the 2020s within “The English Springer Spaniel Global Rev 2.” This section showcases the breed’s evolution through the lens of pivotal kennels and influential dogs in Australia 1930s to 2000s written by Kate Keely, kennel Alhambra. This section includes chapters highlighting Royal Group winners and placers, along with Pointscore winners from the 21st century written by Boris Pegan. Boris Pegan conducted and incorporated illuminating interviews with key figures such as Kaye McGhie, Carolyn Burch, Yvonne Lauder, Shannon Lancaster and Kate Keely, offering invaluable insights on the breed Down Under.
The latter part of the book comprises comprehensive sections dedicated to judging, grooming, and showing. The grooming segment boasts three distinct chapters, a collaboration between Clemencia Saavedra, Boris Pegan, and Bob & Frances Jackson with appearance of Nina Lazareva. Drawing from a collective grooming experience spanning over 100 years across four continents, this section comprises three insightful chapters. Truly international chapters. Meanwhile, the judging section, authored by Boris Pegan, features a guest appearance by the esteemed legendary British all-round judge Andrew Brace. This collective effort stands as the most comprehensive guide ever produced on judging and grooming English Springer Spaniels. The amalgamation of two books resulted in a substantial volume spanning 1100 pages, featuring a format slightly larger than the standard A4 size. The vol 2 has 546 pages.
These books are indispensable for English Springer Spaniel and Gundog breeders, judges, and enthusiasts alike. Representing one of the most comprehensive guides ever published on a single breed, they boast nearly 1100 combined pages of invaluable information.
Available in both hardcover and paperback formats, this book can be purchased across all Amazon platforms.
TESTIMONIALS
It kind of feels surreal to be seeing it in flesh after working on digital files for so long
Well done to both of us and all that put their effort into this wonderful project. Now getting ready for vol.2
