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coloured whites. Miss Hamilton's Maf eking of Rozelle, 

 and Mrs. Vale Nicolas's Shelton Novelty, are the two most 

 prominent specimens at the present time, although Mrs. 

 Harcourt-Clare's Magpie and Mr. Temple's Leyswood Tom Tit 

 were perhaps better known some time ago. 



Among toy dogs this particular breed has enjoyed an un- 

 precedented popularity ; the growth in the public favour 

 among all classes has been gradual and permanent during the 

 last fifteen years, and there are no signs that it is losing its 

 hold on the love and affection of a large section of the English 

 people. His handsome appearance, his activity, and hardi- 

 hood, his devotedness to his owner, his usefulness as a house- 

 dog, and his many other admirable qualities will always make 

 the Pomeranian a favourite both in the cottage and in the 

 palace. 



