The American Dominique
A Treatise for the Fancier

Last updated:  July 18, 2005
The American Dominique - A Treatise for the Fancier book cover
The American Dominique - A Treatise for the Fancier book cover

Obviously it is impossible to present the text of the entire book on these pages, therefore you are encouraged to purchase a co;py of the book.


  There are about 50 copies of the book left.   While we continue gathering information we do not know when or if another edition will be published. 


To order a copy send a check or money order for $55.00 U.S. funds.   We do not accept credit cards.  The price includes shipping in the United States and Canada.  Orders outside the US or Canada require an additional $10.00 U.S. funds to cover shipping.


Send payment to:

Mark A. Fields
3750 Yeager Road
Columbia, MO   65202

Chapters from the book

Origin and Evolution of the Dominique Chicken

Detailed Characteristics of Dominiques

Dominique Characteristics as they have Varied

Dominiques Compared to Other Breeds

Genetics of the Dominique

Characteristics to Avoid

Breeding Dominiques

Dominiques s Fancy Fowl at the Shows

Dominique Bantams

Showing Dominiques

Judging Dominiques at Poultry Shows

Dominique Breeders over the Years

Famous Dominiques

Folklore of the Dominique

Organizations Boosting Dominiques

Current Status of the Dominique

Suggested Readings on Dominiques

This is the only book ever written that is devoted exclusively to the Dominique breed. This book is the culmination of 20 years of research, spans more than 200 reference items and is written by one of the country's foremost breeders of both large and bantam Dominiques, Mark A. Fields.

The 352-page book is printed on high-quality acid-free paper and has a hardback, cloth covered binding reminiscent of books published in the early 1800s. To prevent unnecessary wear on this fine covering, a four-color dust jacket is included. The dust jacket is highlighted by matching photographs of Carol Voter, recently deceased authority on Dominiques. One picture is Carol Voter with a male Dominique and the other with Carol holding a female.

A quick review of the Table of Contents reveals chapters on varied topics such as: Origin of the Dominique, Comparison to Other Breeds, Genetics, Bantams, Folklore and much more. The chapters are generously supplemented with high quality photographs and many pieces of historic artwork. Several items included in this book have not been seen by the general public for almost a century.