i8 4 DOGS AND ALL ABOUT THEM 



Coloured : Deep black, brown (liver) or grey, with golden or tan 

 markings (spots) over the eyes at the side of the jaw and lips, inner rim 

 of ears, the breast, inside and back of legs, the feet, and under the tail 

 for about one-third of its length. In the above-mentioned colours white 

 markings are objectionable. The utmost that is allowed being a small 

 spot, or a few hairs, on the chest. Dappled : A silver grey to almost 

 white foundation colour, with dark, irregular spots (small for prefer- 

 ence) of dark grey, brown, tan, or black. The general appearance 

 should be a bright, indefinite coloration, which is considered especially 

 useful in a hunting dog. Weight Dachshunds in Germany are classi- 

 fied by weight as follows : Light-weight Dogs up to 16 } lb., bitches 

 up to 15 i lb. Middle-weight Dogs up to 22 lb., bitches up to 22 lb. 

 Heavy-weight Over 22 lb. Toys Up to 12 lb. The German pound 

 is one-tenth more than the English. The light-weight dog is most 

 used for going to ground. 



