(From Modern Dogs.) 



THE RETRIEVER (BLACK, CURLY-COATED). 



Origin. — The breed is about fifty years old, and probably is a 

 cross of the old English or Irish water-spaniel with setter, collie, 

 or Newfoundland. 



Uses. — Retrieving wounded game and birds. 



Scale of Points, Etc. 



Value. 



Feet 5 



Tail 5 



Texture of coat and bareness 

 of face . . . .1'^ 



Color 5 



Symmetry and temperament . lo 



Total 



ICO 



General Appearance. — A strong, smart dog, moderately low- 

 on leg, active, lively, and intelligent. 



Head. — Long and narrow for length. Ears rather small, set 



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