-who has a reputation to maintain) be 
.•sound and in good health. Notice his dis- 
Tposition, too, for a dog should “fit” his 
•owner as comfortably as if he were a pair 
<of shoes or a hat. 
If you cannot see the dog before buying, 
.and consequently have to make the pur¬ 
chase by correspondence, write the breeder 
fully as to what you want. State the de¬ 
sired age, sex, approximate price and pur¬ 
pose. In regard to the last item, it will be 
well to remember that dogs may be di¬ 
vided roughly into three classes: work¬ 
ing dogs, such as terriers, to be used for 
limiting, etc., bench-show dogs, and gen¬ 
eral companions. 
The matter of age is deserving of con¬ 
siderable thought. Fully matured dogs 
.are apt to be set in their ways and do not 
become as attached to a new home and 
master as do younger ones. Very young 
puppies, on the other hand, are subject to 
various minor disorders which often cause 
considerable worry and trouble. Where 
the purchaser is more or less experienced 
In raising young puppies, and has time and 
facilities for it, I might advise his getting 
.a seven- or eight-weeks’ old pup, because 
such a one will be less expensive and his 
•character may be more readily molded 
along desired lines. For the average per¬ 
son, however, a pup of seven or eight 
months old will generally prove the most 
satisfactory investment. 
When it comes to price, there is little to 
be said except that good, well-bred dogs 
cost real money and are worth it. “Blood 
tells,” whether it flows in the veins of a 
man, horse or dog, and when a supposed- 
to-be good dog is offered you at a very low 
price, look out. It is better to pay twenty- 
five or thirty dollars for a sound, well-bred 
pup of eight months and know what you 
are getting than to pick up a misrepre¬ 
sented “bargain” for one-fifth as much. 
In considering the question of the pur¬ 
pose to which your unbought dog will be 
put, we may pass over the “work” classes 
as being too obvious to need further ex¬ 
planation, and turn to the bench show and 
•companion types. Oftentimes these two 
•overlap to a considerable extent, for many 
a ribbon winner of some standard breed 
Is as fine an all-round dog as could be de¬ 
sired. A pup that comes of show stock is 
usually more expensive than his shorter- 
pedigreed cousin, but providing the breed¬ 
ing points have not been carried so far as 
to impair his vitality or intellect, he is 
worth the extra money, even to the person 
who never expects to enter him for com¬ 
petition. There is a certain satisfaction 
in owning a dog whose appearance will 
pass muster in any company. 
Avoid the stranger who offers you a 
handsome dog at a low figure. Five times 
out of ten the dog has been stolen, and the 
other five times he has some serious de¬ 
fect. The place to buy dogs is from the 
people who breed them for sale, for such 
persons must live up to their established 
reputations for square, honest dealings, 
and they are available in case your dog 
■should prove unsatisfactory in any way. 
Buy from the dealer, by all means. 
ENNEL DEPARTMENT 
The purpose of this department is to give advice to those interested 
in dogs. The manager will gladly answer any troublesome questions. 
Address "Kennel Department” and enclose a self-addressed envelope. 
AIREDALE TERRIERS 
SAFETY FIRST 
^ A Police Dog insures your children’* 
safety, your house and property, and 
reduces the high cost of insuring your 
property from burglars, tramps, etc. 
The “German Shepherd Dog” is your 
best friend and companion. He does 
anything that any other dog can do, 
and then beats the other dog. His in¬ 
telligence is of the highest order, 
therefore, he will learn readily and obey 
implicitly his master’s slightest order. 
H A Police'Dog is not a big brute; his 
wolfish looks do not prevent him from 
being the most gentle and affectionate 
protector. 
II We specialize in breeding and training 
strainsof the “German Shepherd,’’who 
are known to be perfect in character. 
^ Ask us about him. 
TRAINING SCHOOL FOR POLICE DOGS 
’Phone, 
East Killinzly, near Danielson, Conn. 
The first and only organization of its kind 
in America 
If you want a real pal, guard, or 
companion for your children get an 
Airedale. I usually have husky, 
country raised puppies and grown 
terriers for sale at $20.00 and up¬ 
wards. 
Neshonshon Farm Kennels, Bridgeport, Conn., R F.D. 52 
AMERICAN KENNELS 
Largest and most up-to-date establishment 
of its kind. Importers and breeders of Eng- 
lishBulls, Puppies, $15.00 to S25.00; grown 
Stock for Companions, Stud Dogs and 
brood Bitches, $35.00 up; Great Danes, 
Newfoundlands, St. Bernards. Puppies, 
S15.00 up; grown Dogs, $35.00 up, Scotch 
Collies, Airedales, Irish,Fox Terriers, $10.00 
up, Toy Dogs, $20.00 up. Pomeranians, 
all colors ; Toy Silk Poodles, from 
3-pound parents, $12.00 up. Toy Fox 
Terriers, $5.00 up. Every variety. State 
wants — we ship anywhere. 
AMERICAN KENNELS 
Dept. H, 233 Third A ve.. New York City. 
DO YOU WANT TO BUY A DOG? 
If you do, and want any advice on the best breed 
for your purpose, write to us. 
If you don’t see what you want in these columns, 
we will be glad to give you the name of a reliable 
Kennel that breeds your kind of dog. 
Manager, Kennel Department, House & Garden 
31 East 17th Street, New York City 
THE 
Midkiff Kennels 
W. T. PAYNE. Owner 
For the past twenty-eight years we have been the 
largest breeder and exhibitor of Cocker Spaniels. 
During that time we have won more prizes than 
any other exhibitor in the United States or Canada. 
Our entire breeding stock including both stud dogs 
and matrons are the very best obtainable. 
Our dogs are all farm raised insuring strong con¬ 
stitutions and rugged health, and the development 
of their intelligence and house manners receives the 
same careful attention as the maintenance of their 
health. 
We always have a large number on hand, both 
sexes, all ages and in all the various standard colors 
for sale 
Also several broken and unbroken. Pointers, 
Setters and Irish Water Spaniels. 
For full particulars, description and prices, address 
THE MIDKIFF KENNELS, Dallas, Penna. 
Dogs for sale, all breeds, and 
for all purposes; Cattle, Sheep, 
Swine, Ferrets, Rabbits, Pig¬ 
eons; 15e. for new handsome 
catalogue with 90 illustrations 
ail breeds; price list poultry. 
Sus. Valley Kennels, Dept. X, Tunkbannock, Pa. 
IDEAL PETS 
A Fluffy Persian cat has equal in¬ 
telligence with any breed of dog and 
the added advantage of being a thor¬ 
oughly house pet, good for city or 
country. A goodly collection of 
Spring Kittens in all colors. 
THE BLACK SHORT HAIRED 
CATTERY KENNELS 
Hasbrouck Heights, N. J. 
Address all communications to New 
York Office, 112-0 Carnegie Hall. 
Tel. Circle 614. 
Airedale Terriers 
From the greatest living sires 
Ch. Soudan Swiveller, Ch. King Oorang and Gold 
Heels. Farm-raised, very keen, alert and full of 
vigor, with true terrier characteristics. Prices reason¬ 
able. Shipped on approval to responsible parties. 
THOMAS K. BRAY. 232 Clark Street, Westfield. New Jersey 
Phone 424 M Westfield 
Old Dominion Line 
