DOGS 5 



General Care 



In considering the care of the dog, the particular breed or 

 type of the individual is of prime importance. The large, 

 hardy sorts are better off for a certain amount of cold and 

 exposure, and if a snug kennel is provided, will do very 

 well without heat. The more delicate toys, to remain in 

 good health, must have warm, dry quarters. 



If it is decided that the dog is to remain out of doors, a 

 well-ventilated, rain-proof, draughtless kennel, of sufficient 

 size, should be provided. Straw makes the best bedding and 

 should be changed frequently. If the dog can be given 

 regular daily exercise, he may at other times be chained to 

 the kennel. If this is not possible, a run of stout wire 

 should be built or a ring-and-wire trolley arranged so that 

 the animal may have some freedom. To chain permanently 

 an active, healthy dog is an act of cruelty which is certain 

 to result in the bad temper which is usually characteristic 

 of " watch-dogs." 



Dogs of medium size, which are suitable for house-dogs, 

 should be given a special sleeping-place, preferably in a little 

 heated part of the house. Most dogs are better if not 

 cuddled. 



The tiny lap-dogs require more attention. It is best to 

 provide for them a special sleeping-basket, in which they 

 may be placed at bedtime and carefully covered. A night's 

 exposure to the comparatively mild winter temperature of 

 the average home may very well prove fatal. Exercise is as 

 important for these little creatures as for their larger cousins, 

 and should be given at regular hours. 



The dog should be bathed at frequent intervals, but should 

 have every facility for rapid drying, particularly during 

 cold weather. It is always best to confine the animal until 

 it has thoroughly dried, as otherwise the work may be 



