THE GUARDIANS OF THE HOUSEHOLD. 



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the family dog is descended from the wolf or the jackal, 

 or whether it is a distinct species. 



Faithful and kind. 



2. It scarcely needs to be said that the dog is a car- 

 nivorous animal, and that his structure is perfectly adapted 

 to secure and dispose of his appropriate food. How many 

 toes the dog has in his fore-paws and hind-paws, and how 

 many teeth he has in his two jaws how many incisors 

 or cutters, canine or dog teeth, and molars may be easily 

 ascertained by applying to the dog himself. Among the 

 numerous varieties of dogs, including the most diverse sizes 

 and appearances, there is a unity of feeling. The mastiff 

 and the toy terrier recognize each other as cousins, but 

 neither will take kindly to a tame woll 



