J. H. Snow’s, Philadelphia, Pa.
Fritz.
Origin.—The origin of this dog is lost in antiquity. A dog resembling it very closely is to be found on the monument of Thothmes III., 2000 B.C. The modern dog is essentially German.
Uses.—Hunting rabbits and hares, tracking wounded animals and badgers.
[*] Scale of Points, Etc.
| Value. | |
|---|---|
| Head and skull | 12 |
| Jaw | 5 |
| Legs and feet | 20 |
| Loins | 8 |
| Body | 8½ |
| Symmetry and quality | 11 |
| Ears | 6½ |
| Chest | 7 |
| Skin and coat | 13 |
| Stern | 5 |
| Color | 4 |
| Total | 100 |
Head and Skull.—Long, level, narrow; peak well developed; no stop. Eyes intelligent and rather small; follow body in color. Ears long, broad, soft, set on low and well back, carried close to head. Jaws strong, level, square to the muzzle; canines recurvant.