June, 1915 
HOUSE AND GARDEN 
403 
For the Unmannerly Dog 
T heoretically, a weii-trained 
dog has no bad habits. He should 
be a sort of four-footed angel, minus 
wings, of course, but otherwise quite capa¬ 
ble of maintaining a dignified place in the 
company of saints. That is the theory, but 
we must deal with the facts. 
If your dog is a confirmed fighter, do 
not despair. Keep him at heel when other 
dogs are around, and if he shows any in¬ 
clination to break away and mix things, 
switch him soundly. A few sessions with 
a dog whip will teach him to restrain him¬ 
self, at least when you are about. 
Another too frequent habit is chasing 
and barking at wagons, automobiles and 
pretty much everything else that runs, 
rolls, walks or trots along the ground. 
The sovereign remedy, if 1 may be per¬ 
mitted a “bull," is not to let the habit take 
hold. Failing in that, resort to the switch 
in the event of the dog failing to heed 
your command to stop. If he is an in¬ 
veterate chaser, the kind that whipping 
will not cure, try the following method: 
Get a leather “force’’ collar, which 
tightens and pinches the dog’s neck when 
he pulls against it, or else a stout, ordinary 
leather one. Put it on him and attach 
about twenty feet of heavy cord. Get a 
good, firm grip on the end of the cord, 
gather the rest of it in coils held loosely 
in one hand, so that the dog will be kept 
as close to you as if he were on an ordi¬ 
nary leash, and take him out where he 
will be apt to see something to chase. 
When he makes a break after a passing 
car or wagon, let the loose coils of cord 
go and brace your feet. Just as he reaches 
the end of his tether order him sharply 
to “Stop!” or whatever command you 
choose to convey your meaning. Coincid¬ 
ing with the word the dog will reach the 
limit of the cord, turn several more or less 
complete and totally unexpected somer¬ 
saults, and learn a valuable lesson. 
Many dogs, especially those which are 
kenneled outdoors at night, contract the 
habit of barking disturbingly at their own 
imaginations. This can generally be 
broken up by teaching the offender the 
meaning of the order “Be still!” and, if 
he does not obey after learning it, switch¬ 
ing him. Some dogs are very stubborn 
about this barking trick, and require rather 
harsh treatment. Not long ago I had a 
barker case which required my going out 
to the kennel, fifty yards from the house, 
half a dozen times in a couple of hours. 
After the last trip, which included a really 
sound thrashing, the dog decided to yield. 
Now, on the few occasions when he barks 
at all, a word from the house silences him. 
Apropos of barking as a bad habit, it 
may be said that it is usually possible to 
tell from the tone of the dog’s voice 
whether he is barking at some real dis¬ 
turber or just because he has nothing else 
to do or is thirsty or hungry. 
R. S. Lemmon. 
ENNEL DEPARTMENT 
The purpose of this department is to give advice to those interested 
in dogs. The manager unit gladly answer any troublesome questions. 
Address “Kennel Department” and enclose a ' ' 
self-addressed envelope. 
SAFET^^IRST I 
^ A Police Dog insures your children’s 
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. 
^ A Police Dog is not a big brute; his 
wolfish looks do not prevent him from 
being the most gentle and affectionate 
protector. 
We specialize in breeding and training 
strains of the “ German Shepherd, ’’who 
are known to be perfect in character. 
Ask us about him. 
TRAINING SCHOOL FOR POLICE DOGS 
’Phone, 
East Killingly, near Danielson. Conn. 
The first and only organization of its kind 
in America 
Dogs for sale, all breeds, aud 
for all purposes; Cattle, Sheep, 
Swine, Ferrets, Rabbits, Pig¬ 
eons; 15c. for new handsome 
catalogue with 90 illustrations 
all breeds; price list poultry. 
Sus. Valley Kennels, Dept. X, Tunkhannock, Pa. 
AIREDALE TERRIERS 
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 
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. 
Boston Terriers 
The finest little companion possible. I have some 
exceptional puppies (beautifully marked); all pedi¬ 
greed stock from $25.00 up. Also some excellent 
mature dogs for sale. A guarantee goes with every 
dog, and if animal is not entirely approved he may be 
returned and money will be refunded. 
C. A. DUNKEL, 2010 E. 55th St., Cleveland, Ohio. 
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. S hipped on approval to responsible parties. 
THOMAS K. BRAY. 232 Clark Street, Westfield, New Jersey 
Phone 424 M Westfield 
The Proper 
Private School 
for your children is perhaps the 
most important choice you have 
to make. You need the best guide 
in existence and that undoubtedly 
you will find every month in the 
Educational Directory 
of 
Harper’s Magazine 
for it is in Harper’s Magazine that you 
find the announcements of more 
private and preparatory schools and 
colleges than in any other publica¬ 
tion — the widest, the best, and the 
most dependable selection. 
Would you not like to hare your own 
child go to school with children whose 
parents read JIarpeFs Magazine ? 
IDEAL PETS 
A Fluffy Persian cat has equal in¬ 
telligence with any breed of dog and 1 
the added advantage of being a thor¬ 
ough 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. 
AMERICAN KENNELS 
Largest and most up-to-date establishment 
of its kind. Importers and breeders of Eng- 
lishBulls, Puppies, S15.00 to S25.00; grown 
Stock for Companions, Stud Dogs and 
brood Bitches, $35.00 up; Great Danes, 
Newfoundlands, St. Bernards. Puppies, 
$15.00 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 Ave., NewYork 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 
In writing to advertisers, please mention House & Garden. 
