A detailed study of the Patterdale terrier which covers everything the owner, or prospective owner, needs to know. Includes

• the history of the breed
• working
• breeding
• health
• training
• showing
• suitability of the breed as a pet.

It is a book that deals far more with the dogs themselves; the people responsible for the creation and development of Patterdales are also discussed, giving the reader a rare insight in to the fascinating characters who have created and used this breed for pest control among the harsh northern landscape.

This book is based entirely on the experiences of real terriermen and terrier breeders who have sought to breed this most useful of earth dogs, while at the same time producing a charming companion for the whole family.