The American Pit Bull Terrier by Joseph L. Colby

THE AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIER

by  JOSEPH L. COLBY

First published 1936, USA. . 94 pages. Card covers. 26 black + white photographs + illustrated adverts. Hugely informative and in-depth look at the APBT and the sport of dog-fighting during the 30s by the renowned Joseph Colby.

Discusses selection, breeding, conditioning, gameness and care of the pit dog. Interviews all the trainers of the day, pictures and discusses all the greatest dogs, including Donovan's Boxer, Tige and Pilot, Brown's Tacoma Jack, Leeming's Butte and all of Colby's kennel. Details of many famous battles and lists of champions. Also includes conditioning, breeding and whelping chart