LAY BACK — LEONBERG DOG 



Lay Back. — When the nose recedes and the lower jaw 

 turns upwards, as in the case of the bulldog, the formation 

 is referred to as lay back. 



Leading Dogs. — ^^More art is required to lead a dog in 

 such a manner that he will show himself off to the best 

 advantage than some people may imagine ; and it is always 

 difficult to get a puppy to trot beside one when he is being 

 led. Patience and the exercise of a little firmness are, 

 however, sure to triumph in the end ; but it is the worst 

 possible policy to hit or scold a dog that hangs behind 

 when he is on the lead or slip. Coax him and he will 

 soon understand what is required of him, and above all 

 things be careful not to tread upon his foot, else he may 

 be lamed for days to come. In very obstinate cases the 

 experiment of coupling the offender to a dog that leads 

 well may be attempted with satisfactory results. (See 



Leather. — The term applied to the solid flap of the ear 

 to distinguish it from the hair or fringe upon the tip. 



Leathers. — Chamois leathers are useful in imparting 

 the desired gloss and smoothness to the coats of short- 

 haired dogs after they are brushed and dressed. (See 

 Grooming y Preparing for Show.) 



Leads. (See Slips.) 



Lean Head. — A graceful, well-proportioned head which 

 is free from coarseness is thus described. (See Chunky 

 Head.) 



Leonberg Dog. — A variety somewhat of the St. Bernard 

 type, but smaller and less majestic-looking, which has 

 admirers in some parts of Germany. It is usually of a 

 yellowish colour and free from white, and undoubtedly has 



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