Some Canine Curiosities

Dogs From Odd Corners of the World Which Are Seldom Seen on Show Benches

IT is quite plain, from a glance at the pictures on this page, that there are dogs and dogs. Certainly few dogs of conventional breeds would condescend to recognize as brother, or even as poor relation, some of the animals here portrayed. But on the great and manifold dog family tree these odd creatures each have a limb and there are a few more quite as odd. The Thibetan spaniel, the Lhassa terrier, the Owtchar and all their friends are only a little less unlike what one usually expects a dog to be, than these. At any rate, it is probable that these strange exteriors hide traits of interest and individuality. Surely the venerable and contemplative Afghan gentleman at the top of the page has thoughts as lofty as the mountain fastuesses between Persia and the plains of India.