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falling very deep, quite as much so as in many specimens of the 

 Bloodhound ; and with this there is the usual concomitant throati- 

 ness, although this latter feature is not so noticeable under the 

 thick ruff that surrounds the throat and neck as it is in the 

 smooth-haired Hound. The muzzle is a trifle longer than in our 

 Mastiffs, and the nose is wide and capacious, showing inherent 

 ability to hunt, although that quality may not be developed, as the 

 dog is principally used as a guard. The general appearance of 

 the breed stamps it as a distinct variety, and one of such noble 

 qualities that if encouragement were given to it at our principal 

 shows breeders would be stimulated to produce and bring it forward 

 in greater numbers. 



