66 DOMESTICATED DOGS, 
unites the strength of the mastiff with much of the elegance of 
the greyhound, and a first cross between these two breeds closely 
resembles him, being formerly common in this country under the 
name of the “ Keeper's dog.” He hunts chiefly by sight, but, like 
the greyhound, can readily be trained to use his nose. Not having 
been crossed with the bulldog, he is more easily kept under restraint 
The Great Dane. 
when excited than the mastiff, and on that account he is said to be 
more suitable as a companionable dog, 
The following has been drawn up by the Great Dane Club as 
Tue StTanpaRD oF Pornts. 
1. General Appearance.—The Great Dane is not so heavy or 
massive as the mastiff, nor should he too nearly approach the grey- 
