Gundog, not to be confused with bomb dog, drug dog, truffle dog and the various assistance dogs enriching many human lives. This title refers to the Australian Kennel Club’c classification of dog breed groups such as Gundogs, Toys, Hounds, Terriers etc. which is based on dogs’ traditional “utility”. Though, anyone who has ever lived with a dog knows their greatest utility is friendship and a dog’s character or personality far outshines their appearance.
From an ongoing series of works exploring the fascinating cultural history of canine domestication.
