Feathering.—The feather on upper portion of ears long and silky, on back of fore and hind legs long and fine; a fair amount of hair on belly, forming a nice fringe, which may extend on chest and throat; feet well feathered between toes; tail to have a nice fringe of moderately long hair, decreasing in length as it approaches the point. All feathering as straight and flat as possible.

Color and Markings.—Color a rich golden chestnut or mahogany red, with no trace whatever of black; white on chest, throat, or toes, or a small star on forehead, or a narrow streak or blaze on nose or face, not to disqualify.

THE SHEEP-DOG (OLD ENGLISH OR BOBTAIL).

Wilford Kennels, Cohoes, N. Y.

Boxer III.

Origin.—It is claimed by the Welsh that this is purely a breed belonging to their own country.

Uses.—Same as the rough and smooth varieties of collie.