British Dogs by Croxton Smith Super Vintage Dog book from the 1940s Illustrated

British Dogs, Super Vintage 1940's Book, The history of human relationships with Dogs and fascinating history about English Traditional Dog Breeds.

"Just when man and dog first formed the alliance that has proved so beneficial to both is a matter that is still conjectural, though the scientific gentlemen who unravel the secrets hidden in bones and stones are constantly enlarging our knowledge. One thing is certain - our primitive forefathers who existed many thousands of years ago had their dogs, the earliest of which was disclosed in 1928 as Mr. A Keiller and his associates were excavating at Windmill Hill near Avebury in Wiltshire. They then discovered the remains of six distinct domesticated dogs...from the Neolithic Period..."

Much more fascinating information in this super little Vintage book for Dog Lovers and anyone interested in the history of the canines and their relationship with man.