Source: Stables, G. (c. 1890s). Our friend the dog. New York: Frederick A. Stokes Company Another depiction of Darenth, here described as a wavy-coated retriever. Source: Mills, W. (1895). The dog in health and in disease. New York: D. Appleton Grouse hunting photo printed in Country Life, October 26, 1901. Source: Anon. (1902, April 5). … Continue reading More Vintage Flatcoated Retrievers
Vintage Dogs: More Open Bitches
In 1887, classes for cocker spaniels at shows were divided by weight (over and under 28 pounds). Scales were handy to keep everyone honest as it might be tempting to sneak a big dog into the class for small dogs since he would have the advantage of size. At the Providence, Rhode Island show in … Continue reading Vintage Dogs: More Open Bitches
Vintage Dogs with Jobs
Taken from an article about elk hunting in Norway, these dogs are described as curly-tailed Norske collies. Country Life, February 21, 1903 Terriers at work, pictured in Country Life, April 25, 1903 Source: Teasdale-Buckell, G. T. (1903, May 9). The spring field trials. Country Life, pp. 613-615 Two photos of hounds on an otter hunt … Continue reading Vintage Dogs with Jobs
Vintage Dogs: Newcastle Kennels
James L. Little, Newcastle Kennels, was a prominent breeder and exhibitor around the turn of the century. Through mentions and ads in the trade papers and books of the day, here is a glimpse into his interest in dogs. Full page ad in the book: James, G.B., Jr. (1894). The dog and how to breed, … Continue reading Vintage Dogs: Newcastle Kennels
Happy Mother’s Day
Sunday May 12th is Mother's Day in the U. S. Go ahead and take the whole weekend, moms. The look on her face explains why a Mother's Day is needed. From a painting by Reinagle. Source: Scott, J. (1845). The sportsman's repository. London, England: Henry G. Bohn Liver, white and tan field spaniels pictured in … Continue reading Happy Mother’s Day
More Westie History
Among the breeders noted in my previous post on the history of West Highland white terriers was Dr. Flaxman, who bred white Scottish terriers. C. H. Lane had an article titled "White Scottish Terriers" published in Animal Life around the turn of the century which contained commentary on this "variety" by Dr. Flaxman. Below are … Continue reading More Westie History
Vintage Dog Sketches IV
A group of clumbers, dropped to shot. Source: Hutchinson, W. N. (1865). Dog breaking. London: John Murray Source: Hutchinson, W. N. (1865). Dog breaking. London: John Murray Cocker spaniel sketched by Alfred W. Cooper, engraved by Edmund Evans Source: Francis, F. (1878). Sporting sketches with pen and pencil. London: "The Field" Office Terrier on a … Continue reading Vintage Dog Sketches IV
A Labrador Demonstrating a Retrieve in Photos (1938)
Note: Photos in this post depict a dog retrieving a dead pheasant. The following series of pictures was included in an article in the November 1938 issue of Country Life and the Sportsman.
Vintage Beagles IX
The beagles were judged by Sir Marteine Lloyd, Bart., and Mr. E. H. Humphreys, but the entry was a small one, and there was a perceptible disposition on the part of most of the competitors to approach the hound type and character. The most conspicuous entries were the Hulton GAMESTER, who won the dog hound … Continue reading Vintage Beagles IX
Vintage Dogs: At the Dog Show III
An 1886 painting by Charles Trevor Garland. Source: Anon. (1900, July 7). Peterborough horse and hound show. Country Life Illustrated, pp. 29-30 Country Life, July 20, 1901 Two illustrations by J. A. Shepherd showing a Skye terrier at a dog show in England (note the Spratts logo emblazoned on the bowls). Source: Townesend, Stephen. (1901). … Continue reading Vintage Dogs: At the Dog Show III
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