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dogs, carrying first-aid packages, have been used in find- 

 ing the wounded. Alaskan dogs take the place of horses, 

 which cannot so well endure the cold climate. Several 

 breeds of dogs are especially useful in hunting. The 

 hunter makes use of the greyhound's fleetness, the fox- 

 hound's power of following a scent, and the pointer's 

 skill in locating game. 



The hardy, long-haired dogs stand much more cold Shelter 

 than can the small, short-haired breeds. Even the 

 strongest dogs need comfortable shelter, but they 

 should not be kept indoors. They are healthier if given 

 a straw bed in a good kennel. 



Dogs are such active animals that they suffer in both Exercise 

 body and temper if they are kept chained. If it is 

 necessary to tie a dog, his chain may be made to slip 



W. T. Stilling 



FIG. 228. A rough-coated Scotch collie. There is a smooth-coated variety, 

 not frequently seen. Collies are much used as sheep dogs, especially in 

 Scotland. 



