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imagines it to be descended from the Irish greyhound, only rendered more 

 thin and delicate by the influence of climate. There is a variety of this 

 species, which is called the Highland greyhound. It is very large, strong, 

 deep-chested, covered with long rough hair, and has the scent and sagacity 

 of the bloodhound. This kind has become exceedingly scarce. 



THE SPANIEL. i 



This beautiful animal is of Spanish extraction, whence it derives its 

 name, and the silky softness of its coat. It is elegant in form, with long 

 pendent ears, and hair gracefully curled or waved. Its scent is keen, and it 

 possesses in the fullest perfection the good qualities of sagacity, docility, 

 and attachment. So strong is the latter, that instances have been known 

 in which the animal has died of grief for the loss of its master. Dash, a 

 spaniel belonging to the gamekeeper of the Rev. Mr Corsellis, would not 

 quit his master's bed after his death ; being taken away, he perpetually re- 

 turned to the room, and daily visited the grave ; and, in spite of all the 

 kindness that was shown him, he died at the end of fourteen days. The 

 land spaniel may be taught a variety of tricks, such as fetching, carrying, 

 and diving. He is employed in setting for partridges, quails, &c, and his 

 steadiness and patience, in the performance of this task, are worthy of 

 admiration. 



THE WATER SPANIELS 



Of all the dog mnd, th.s animal seems to be the most docile, and the most 

 attached to man. Many other species are impatient of correction; but the 

 water spaniel, though fierce to strangers, bears blows and ill usage from 

 his master with undiminished affection. This creature is well calculated 

 for hunting of otters, ducks, &c. Watching the stroke of the piece and per* 

 ceiving the game that is shot, he instantly swims after it, and brings it to 



Canisfam ex'rariis. 2 C.f. aquaticus. 



