J. L. Winchell's, Fair Haven, Vt. 

 Champion Victor. 



THE HOUND (BLOODHOUND). 



Origin. — In Barbour's ''Bruce" (1489) we find the earliest 

 mention of the bloodhound, where it is called the " sleuthhund." 

 However, little can be learned definitely of its origin. 



Uses. — Having scenting powers to a marvelous degree, it is 

 used in trailing wounded deer, slaves, sheep-stealers, escaped con- 

 victs, etc. 



Disposition. — Contrary to general impressions, the modern 

 bloodhound is of a most equable disposition, kind and gentle, and 

 quite apt to be timid, excepting when on the trail ; then it is ex- 

 tremely dangerous. 



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