We pick up where we left off in Part One with Mr. Washington having purchased the five year old champion Irish setter Dick Swiveler. The dog was entered in Chicago in February 1892 but not shown: Comments on the Chicago show in The Fanciers' Journal, February 20, 1892 Dick was shown the following week but … Continue reading Dick Swiveler, Part Two
Category: dog shows
Dick Swiveler, Part One
The Irish setter Dick Swiveler has possibly the most captivating and tragic life story of any show dog in America. Although his name is given a mention in passing in a number of books, there is to my knowledge no biography of the dog anywhere. I was so engaged by Dick's story, I felt compelled … Continue reading Dick Swiveler, Part One
A Humane Society Dog Show
In the spring of 1895, the Ohio Humane Society held a large public event which included a dog show. It was a financial success and the profits were earmarked for a "dog farm" where stray dogs could live instead of being killed. The American Field wrote about the show and here is the relevant portion: … Continue reading A Humane Society Dog Show
Late 19th Century Show Dogs and a Little about Each, Vol. III
From The Breeder and Sportsman, December 10, 1898 From The Fanciers' Journal, May 13, 1893 A short addition printed the following week. Forest and Stream, May 1, 1890 The Fanciers' Journal, March 8, 1890 Forest and Stream, May 8, 1890
An Old Debate in Dogdom
Border collie photo via Pexels Form vs. function in dogs has been a topic of discussion since dog shows first gained popularity in the late 19th century. There are extremes at both ends - those who care nothing about the utility of a dog and breed solely for attributes currently being rewarded in the show … Continue reading An Old Debate in Dogdom
Late 19th Century Show Dogs and a Little about Each, Vol. II
Illustration by G. Muss Arnolt on the cover of The Fanciers' Journal, November 5, 1892 From the cover of The Fanciers' Journal, January 18, 1890 From the cover of The Fanciers' Journal, November 30, 1889 From the cover of The Fanciers' Journal, November 16, 1889 From the cover of The Fanciers' Journal, May 13, 1893
The Westminster Kennel Club’s History: 1877 – 1889
In the Before Time, many people were accustomed to viewing the Westminster Kennel Club dog show on TV at this time of year. It's been moved to June (and to a different location) this year due to the pandemic but here's a bit of history on the club, as printed in The Fanciers' Journal, February … Continue reading The Westminster Kennel Club’s History: 1877 – 1889
Some Late 19th Century Show Dogs and a Little about Each
Field spaniel from Forest and Stream, June 20, 1888, woodcut by Harry Tallman Pug from The Fanciers' Journal, August 24, 1889 Irish setter from The Fanciers' Journal, September 21, 1889 Collie from The Fanciers' Journal, October 5, 1889 Bull terrier from The Fanciers' Journal, June 11, 1892, woodcut by Harry Tallman Irish terrier from The … Continue reading Some Late 19th Century Show Dogs and a Little about Each
Mental Health Break: Video
Footage from a 1922 dog show in Amsterdam showing many different breeds. The video is in black and white with Dutch text identifying the breeds. It's 12 minutes long and there is no audio. Enjoy!
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