Our Friend The Chow-Chow. Edited by Rowland Johns, published by Methuen & Co. Ltd., 36 Essex Street W.C., London. First published October 27, 1932, reprinted 1950 & 1954. The cover has stains on it and the pages are yellowed, but very legible. The binding is still good. $50.00
Garden Friends is a childrens book, paperback. Copyright 1941. Two pages have Chows, the other 5 have other critters. Some pages have bent corners and show wear but the color is excellent. $20.00
The Chow Chow by Honor Green, The Dog Owner's Library. This still has it's dust cover. Original owner has signed the inside of the front cover and left their mailing label. Coppyright 1975. Pages are beginning to yellow but most are in great condition. There are a number of nice color pictures and some black and white pictures. Good description of the Chow. $45.00
The Chow-Chow by Lady Dunbar of Mochrum. Inside in pencil is written (1922) and there is a Preface to Second Edition and Preface to First Edition. I can't find any copyright date. Pages are all in good condition but are yellowing with age. Hard cover has a bit of wear but no rips or tears. $50.00
The Chow-Chow by Lady Dunbar of Mochrum. Identical to above book except the hard cover is not in as good condition. There is definite wear on the binding and some staining on the pages as well as one page being lose. $35.00
** SOLD ** Little Black Chiang. First printing 1958 and printed in Canada. This is a grade school book and is marked Edwards Elementary School, Columbus, OH. The hard cover shows wear and some stains. Pages inside show some discoloration but otherwise are in good shape. This is a cute story about a Chow puppy names Little Black Chiang. $35.00
Chow-Chows Chinese Princess Dogs by Caroline Selen. This is a newer storybook printed in 1987. Great illustrations and color. Pages are good shape as is the cover. Book is 11 1/2" X 8" $35.00
Written by Sam Kohl and Catherine Goldstein. "Step-by-step illustrated instructions for bathing, trimming,s cissoring and grooming the 128 breds recognized by the American Kennel Club." printed 1980. Hardback book in excellent condition. Very informative book. $35.00
Paperback books. "Cradled in Human Hands" written by Eileen P. Flynn and printed 1991. "Christianity and the Rights of Animals" written by Andrew Linzey, printed 1991. These are NOT PETA books but it does discuss the unethical practice of "farming" animals. Paperbacks are in like new condition. $10 for both.
Chow Chows written by James b. Atkinson, copyright 1988, paperback, 77 pages. Book is in like new condition. $20.00
Best Dog Stories, various authors such as James Herriot, Joyce Stranger, P. G. Wodehouse, Cecil Aldin, Virginia Wolf, Jack London and Albert Terhune. Hardback book in like new condition. Dust jacket is perfect. 22 stories, 256 pages. $20.00
The Book Of The Chow Chow, hardback, printed 1977. Binding and cover are in great shape as there is a plastic dust cover on it. 576 pages. $45.00
The Black Marble written by Joseph Wambaugh. Great mystery story copyrighted 1978. This story centers around dog shows, dognapping, is taking place in Southern California. It shows life inside and outside of the show ring, country clubs and police divisions. Hardback book, dust cover is a bit tattered but the hard cover is in great shape. 354 pages. $15.00
Canine Chronice, October 1985, 10th Anniversary Special. Some color ads for Chows as well as top Chows and top Stud dog & Brood bitch. 90 pages $10.00
The Canine Clan, a new look at man's best friend, written by John C. McLoughlin. Hardback book, written in 1983, 162 pages, in like new condition. Many illustrations and history of the dog and it's relationship to people. $15.00
Chow Chow Champions 1952-1982. 170 pages, soft cover book. Wonderful pictures; pedigrees galore! $40.00
How To Raise and Train A Chow Chow by Clif Shryock. Paperback book written in 1965; 64 pages. Two available - $25.00 each
The Complete Book Of Dog Health written by William J. Kay, DVM and Elizabeth Randolph. Soft back book, 253 pages, 8 1/2" X 11" BIG! This book is packed with great information, advice and suggestions. Book is in very good condition. $35.00
DogFancy, April 1978. 40 pages Good article on "The Chow Chow/From China With Love" written by Charlene Beane. $15.00
** SALE PENDING ** The Dog News, June 1953. Publication is in very good condition as it has been kept sealed. Cover shows CH Clairedale Son Too, "One of the greatest of all times". $25.00
** SALE PENDING ** The Dog News, June 1946! This publication is in very good condition as it has been kept sealed. Cover shows 4 Chows representing California, Maryland, Washington and D.C. $25.00
The Illustrated Dog's Life by Warren Eckstein, 1992. Hardback book, 128 pages, in like new condition. Wonderful color pictures and good information. $25.00
The Encyclopedia of DOGS. 308 Internationally recognized breeds, fully described and ilustrated in full color. Hardback book, copy right 1970, written by Fiorenzo Fiorone. 447 pages, 9" X 12" BIG! Dust cover is a bit ragged on the edges but hard cover is in excellent shape as are the pages. $50.00
The Hidden Life Of Dogs written by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, copyright 1983. Hardback book, 148 pages in like new condition. Great story! $15.00
The Complete Chow Chow by L. J. Kip Kopatch. Hardback book, 288 pages, first edition, first printing 1988. Book is in like new condition. $35.00
Ko-Ko The Chow Chow, written by Jay Hanover and illustrated by Leigh Capps. Written 1995 and signed by the Author. Childrens story, hardback. Top front corner has a tear in the cover. $25.00
The Life History and Magic of The Dog, written by Fernand Mery. Published 1970. Hardback book, 233 pages, 10 1/2" X 10" BIG. Book is in very good condition. Wonderful photographs of dogs interacting with people through history. $25.00
The New Dog Encyclopedia, completely revised and expanded updating of the Henry p. Davis Classic Modern Dog Encyclopedia. Copyright 1970. Hardback book, 736 pages, 9" X 12" BIG. Lots of pictures and great histories. Dust cover is a bit ragged on the edges but hard cover and pages are in good condition. $50.00
The Chow Chow by Anna Katherine Nicholas, featuring special sections by Desmond J. Murphy. Written 1985, first printing. Hardback book, 288 pages. Has plastic dust cover so hard cover is in great condition. Pages are yellowing with age. Wonderful reference book. $35.00
Variety Group VI Non-Sporting Dogs. The breeds, origin, hostory and standards recognized by The American Kennel Club. Published 1935. Only EIGHT breeds in the group at that time: Bostons, Bulldogs, Chows, Dals, Frenchies, Kees, Poodles and Schips. Hardback book, 92 pages. Dust cover is a bit ragged but hard cover in good shape. Pages are yellowed with age. $30.00
Pet Allergies, remedies for an epidemic, written by Alfred J. Pechner, DVM and Martin Zucker and foreword by William Shatner. Copyright 1986. Paperback book, 134 pages, in like new condition. Wonderful, helpful book! $8.00
Non-Sporting Group 1945 Show Winners at all AKC Dog Shows. Written 1945. This book contains the complete and detailed 1945 show history of eveyr one of the 2,828 dogs of 4 leading breeds in the Non-Sporting Group that placed in the ribbons at any of the 213 AKC dog shows held during 1945. Breeds: Bostons, Bulldogs, Chows, and Poodles. Soft cover book, 71 pages in excellent condition. Some yellowing due to age. $40.00
Pets At Risk, from allergies to cancer. remedies fro an unsuspected epidemic by Alfred J. Plechner, DVM and Martin Zucker. Copyright 2003. Paperback book, 177 pages. In like new condition. $13.00
1001 Images of Dogs. Hardback book, 125 pages, 14" X 10 1/2" BIG. Copyright 1992. Loads of photographs, including some of the Chow. $20.00
Chow Chow by Beverly Pisano. Hardback book, 192 pages. Book is in like new condition. Two available. $15.00 each
The Plague Dogs written by Richard Adams. Copyright 1978. Paperback book, 480 pages. Intriguing story told by the dogs used in medical laboratories. This will make you cry! Cover has some teeth marks but pages are all good even though they are discolored with age. This is a timeless story as animals are still being used for testing. $10.00
The Dog, The complete Guide to Dogs and Their World, written by David Alderton. Copyright 1991. Hardback book, 203 pages, 9" X 12" BIG. Book is in like new condition. Lots of pictures and good information. $20.00
The Love Of Dogs, written by Wendy Boorer, John Holmes, Margaret Osborne, Mary Roslin-Williams, Alan Hitchins and Howard Loxton. Copyright 1974. Hardback book, 95 pages, 9 1/2" X 12 1/2" BIG. Cover and pages are in like new condition. Wonderful pictures and details of breeds. $20.00
** SOLD ** Topsy, The Story of a Golden-Haired Chow, by Marie Bonaparte. Copyright 1994. Hardback book, 164 pages. Dust cover and book are in like new condition. $15.00
Understanding Your Dog by Peter Messent. Copyright 1979. "The intelligent person's guide to a lifelong relationship with another species." Hardback book, 156 pages 8 1/2" X 11". In like new condition except the dust cover has some tears in it. $15.00
The World of The Chow Chow by Dr. Sam Draper and Joan McDonald Brearley. copyright 1992. Hardback book, 525 pages, 12 1/2 X 8 1/2" BIG and HEAVY. Wonderful reference book in great condition. $50.00
Animal Health Technology, A Text For Veterinary Aides. My text book when I was taking AHT classes in 1995. $20.00
Canine Medicine, Volume 1. Another text from my AHT classes. Loaded with pictures and lots of useful information. 1359 pages. 463 pages $30.00
Canine Medicine, Volume 2. Part two of the above book. 662 pages. $30.00
The Complete Dog Book, AKC History and Breed Standards, copyright 1961. Cover has some stains and is a bit ragged and the corner has been chewed. 520 pages. Pages are yellowed with age but in good shape. Fun to read the old standards and see pictures. $20.00
The Dog Owners Manual by Josephine Z. Rine. Copyright 1944. Dust cover is quite ragged. 446 pages in good condition although yellowed with age. Binding is still very good. Over 100 illustrations. $20.00
Four Paws Five Directions by Cheryl Schwartz, DVM. A guide to Chinese medicine for cats and dogs. Paper back book; 406 pages in like new condition. Copyright 1996. $20.00
Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats by Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM, PhD & Susan Hubble Pitcairn. Copyright 1995. Paperback book; 370 pages in like new condition. $20.00
This is part of my Chow Life, American Chow Chow, Chow Bulletin, Chow Chatter and Chow Reporter collection. These are wonderful research tools with pedigrees and pictures of Chows and breeders that are long gone, but should never be forgotten. Most of these have been read over and over and over so they do show normal wear and ageing.
The American Chow Chow, June 1959. Cover is Loy-Jean Chow Chow Kennel Puppies from redmond, WA. Editor Georgia King, European Correspondents Cliff & Vivian Shryock. Great reference tool with lots of pictures and 45 pages. $75.00
The American Chow Chow, 1968 Annual Issue. Cover is CH Scotchow Liontamer's Louise. 143 pages in very good condition. $60.00
The American Chow Chow, December 1967. Cover is CH Don-Lee's Petunia of Elster. 150 pages in good condition. $60.00
Chow Chow Club, Inc. Winter 1975. Inside front cover is CH Starcrest Lemon Drop Kid. 84 pages in good condition. $50.00
** SOLD ** Chow Chatter April 1979. Cover is CAN. AM. CH Mi-Tu's Han Su Shang. 36 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Chatter June 1979. Cover is CH Cedar Creeks D Drummer Boi. 40 pages in good condition. $50.00
Official Bulletin Winter 1979. Cover is CH Teabear's Cheese Whizz. 93 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Chatter August 1979. Cover is CH Cedar Creek Cherokee. 44 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Chatter October 1979. Cover is CH Cedar Creeks Midnite Special. 20 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Life Winter 1980. Cover is CH Pinewood's Renaissance and his breeder/owner George Boulton. 100 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Life Fall 1980. Cover is two Rebelrun puppies. 76 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Life Summer 1980. Cover is CH Don-Lee's Prophet. 112 pages in good condition $50.00
SOLD Chow Life Spring 1980. Cover is Can & Am CH Mi-Tu's Han Su Shang. 72 pages in good condition. $50.00
Chow Life 1981, Spring 92 pages, Summer 96 pages, Fall 96 pages & Winter 128 pages. Covers are: CH Cherie's Hannibal of St. Noel, Lady M Chows, Kaulee Chows, Can & AM CH Bu Dynasty The Stylist. Pages are in good condition. $50.00 per issue
The American Chow Chow June 1981. Cover is Cedar Creek's Bonnie Belle. 56 pages in good condition. $30.00
The American Chow Chow Winter 1981. Cover is Cedar Creek's Baby Sister. 40 pages in good condition. $30.00
The American Chow Chow Fall 1981. Cover is CH Windy Hills Honey Bun. 60 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Spring 1982. Cover is CH Cherie's Jubilee of Rebelrun. 76 pages in good condition. $40.00
Chow Life Summer 1982. Cover is AM. CAN. BERM. CH Pinewood's Renaissance. 98 pages in good condition. $40.00
Chow Life Fall 1982. Cover is Shanghai Southern Tease "Kikker". 112 pages in good condition. $40.00
Chow Life Winter 1982. Cover is CH Cherie's Hannibal of Saint Noel. 142 pages in good condition. $40.00
The American Chow Chow Summer 1982. Cover is Cedar Creek's Diamond Ring. 48 pages in good condition. $30.00
The American Chow Chow Spring 1982. Cover is CH Plainacres Yantzee of Koby's. 36 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Spring 1983. Cover is Imperial gypsy Moon Osa. 96 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Summer 1983. Cover is CH FoonYing Famous Amos. 104 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Fall 1983. Cover is CH Sundance Liu Hsing Jen Shu. 104 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Winter 1983. Cover is CH Starcrest Rainbow and CH Robinhill Antares. 128 pages in good condition. $30.00
SOLD Chow Life Spring 1984. Cover is Georgia King Hanson. 112 pages in good condition. $30.00
SOLD Chow Life Summer 1984. Cover is Warnsborn Shi-Kari and Anne van het Bossche Front. 104 pages in good condition. $30.00
SOLD Chow Life Fall 1984. Cover is CH Meadow's Midnight Cowboy. 120 pages in good condition. $30.00
SOLD Chow Life Winter 1984. Cover is Am. Can. Burm. CH Wah-Hu Redcloud Sugar Daddy. 120 pages in good condition. $30.00
Chow Life Summer 1985. Cover is CH Teabear's Cheese Whizz. 96 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Fall 1985. Cover is CH Wah-Hu Redcloud Archangel. 122 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Winter 1985. Cover is CH The Kouterie's Ponjii. 116 pages in good condition. Cover has some discoloration due to rubbing on other magazines. $20.00
Chow Life Spring 1986. Cover is Janvan Princeton O'Tonapah. 132 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Summer 1986. Cover is Kaulee Chows. 96 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Fall 1986. Cover is CH Shoh-Dee's trapper Jon. 152 pages in good condition. Cover has some discoloration due to rubbing on other magazines. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Winter 1986. Cover is CH Rebelrun's Emperor moutai and CH Capehorns Sugar Breeches O'Mac. 124 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Spring 1987. Cover is AM CAN CH Bearkat Little Big Man. 120 pages in good condition. Some pages are loose in the binding. $20.00
Chow Life Summer 1987. Cover is Janvan extra Special. 100 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Fall 1987. Cover is CH Riktam's Nightrider of Me-Tu. 138 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Winter 1987. Cover is AM CAN CH Pei-Gan Maxim of Redcloud. 158 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Spring 1988. Cover is CH Ky-Lin Black Power. 146 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Summer 1988. Cover is CH Moonwynd Abracadabra. 106 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Fall 1988. Cover is AM BAHM CH Ricksha-Epic Billy B. 126 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Winter 1988. Cover is CH Rebelruns Peterbilt. 124 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Spring 1989. Cover is "Paddington". 112 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Summer 1989. Cover is Cherie's Pecos Bill. 98 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Fall 1989. Cover is CH Rebelrun's Dark Oracle. 108 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Winter 1989. Cover is CH Franray's Jagger jing Sai. 110 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Spring 1990. Cover is CH Cross B's Barbi Doll and CH Cross B Kausin A Komotion. 108 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Summer 1990. Cover is CH Teabear's Howdy Doody Thyme. 116 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD Chow Life Fall 1990. Cover is Shai-Li Image O'Mark O'Cherie. 98 pages in good condition. $20.00
Chow Life Winter 1990. Cover is AM CAN CH Biddles Banjo. 92 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD The Chow-Chow Reporter Dec. 1988. Cover is Bai-Lee's Goldsmith of Cross B. 80 pages in good condition. $20.00
SOLD The Chow-Chow Reporter September 1988. Cover is Shanghai's Jontue at el Dorado. 64 pages in good condition $20.00
SOLD The Chow-Chow Reporter Spring 1989. Cover is Foon Ying's Rudy V Sampan. 84 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Summer 1989. Cover is Bai Lee's Gold Elegance. 84 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Fall 1989. Cover is CH Biddle's Banjo. 96 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Christmas 1989. Cover is Am. CAN. CH Mister Bear's Champain Boi. 68 pages in good condition. Front cover has some water damage. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Spring 1990. Cover is CH Bondsai's Market Bullet. 88 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Summer 1990. Cover is CH Bondsai's Bullet Hitth' Bullsi. 88 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Fall 1990. Cover is AM. CAN CH Biddle's Banjo. 92 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Holiday 1990. Cover is AM. CAN CH Mister Bear's Champion Boi. 90 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Spring 1992. Cover is CH Rebelrun's Peppermint Twist. 68 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Summer 1992. Cover is My-Sam's Satin Louie Bearkat. 88 pages in good condition. $20.00
The Chow-Chow Reporter Fall 1992. Cover is CH Mister Bears Teddy B of Vaughn. 80 pages in good condition. $20.00
I have more Chow Life that I am selling so if there is something that you want and it is not listed, just drop me an email. SOLD THE FOLLOWING ISSUES OF CHOW LIFE: SUMMER 1991, SPRING, FALL AND WINTER 1992.
All the above books are in good condition, unless otherwise noted in individual descriptions.
If you see something you like just let me know via email: chowfull@hotmail.com. You can pay with a money order, cashier's check or personal check (would have to wait for it to clear), or through PayPal.
I am open to offers as well.
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I am in the process of making up many more web pages for my collectibles. As each subject is done I will activate the link. Each page will have a link to all the others. These will be well worth the wait!