HOUSE AND GARDEN 
July, 
I9U 
animal, whose saliva contains the virus. 
Experiments indicate that after introduc¬ 
tion into the body these organisms, which 
are extremely hardy and yield only to 
some such treatment as the famous Pas¬ 
teur inoculation, undergo a period of in¬ 
cubation and multiplication, eventually 
producing a kind of paralysis which re¬ 
sults in death. A curious fact is that the 
disease appears to be infectious to almost 
every living thing of the higher orders: 
human beings, horses, cattle, dogs, cats— 
all are susceptible to its ravages. 
A case of true rabies in a dog need 
never be mistaken for anything else, 
whether it takes the “violent” or the 
“dumb” form. In tbe former a curious 
change in the dog’s disposition is the first 
symptom : if he is affectionate and demon¬ 
strative normally, he now grows apathetic 
and depressed; if ill-tempered, the devel¬ 
opment of the disease makes him cowardly 
or affectionate. These symptoms may 
become manifest in from three weeks to 
three months after the time of infection, 
and are followed in twenty-four or forty- 
eight hours by a desire for roaming which 
the animal seems unable to resist. During 
this wandering period the dog is irritable 
and nervous, snapping and biting on the 
least provocation. In some cases the flow 
of saliva is excessive, giving rise to the 
“foaming at the mouth,” which is com¬ 
monly believed to be an infallible sign of 
hydrophobia. 
In two or three days the roving mania 
passes and the dog then seeks dark, se¬ 
cluded places, avoiding the presence of 
people. Soon paralysis of the jaws and 
throat sets in, noticeable at first in the un¬ 
naturally long, peculiar tone of the dog’s 
bark, and extending until swallowing be¬ 
comes difficult and finally impossible. The 
paralysis spreads rapidly through the body, 
and death follows in four days or a week 
after the first symptoms appeared. 
Such is the usual course of the “violent* 
form of rabies. The “dumb” type differs 
in that the paralysis is generally the first 
symptom noticed, and extends so rapidly 
that the roving tendency mentioned is 
physically impossible. The course of the 
disease is also shorter, the dog seldom sur¬ 
viving more than two or three days. In 
neither form is the victim afraid of water; 
presumably that fallacy had its origin in 
the fact that the paralysis of the throat, 
which always accompanies rabies, makes 
the actual drinking of water a physical 
impossibility. 
Tbe disease is apparently transmitted 
only from an infected animal—it is not 
spontaneous in its origin. Theoretically, 
then, it would seem that if all dogs in a 
given country were kept muzzled over a 
period covering the possible development 
of the rabies virus, the disease would be 
eradicated. England, Denmark, Sweden 
and some other European countries have 
virtually stamped out the disease in this 
way. 
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. 
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, 
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 
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 Ave., NewYork City. 
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“ The Latchstring is 
Always Out” in the 
home where a German 
Shepherd Dog keeps tab 
on intruders. He insures 
your property, guaran¬ 
tees safety to wife and 
children and makes the 
best friend and compan¬ 
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POLICE DOG 
Palisade Kennels, East Killingly, Conn. 
Phone: Danielson 243-3. 
THE ORTEGA KENNELS 
Airedales 
Bull Terriers 
Scotch Collies 
Bred in direct lines 
from American 
champions at con¬ 
servative prices. 
Pups & young stock 
usually for sale.Write 
for booklet, stating wants. 
JACKSONVILLE (Box 1534 H) FLORIDA 
A rare opportunity to secure a 
Beautiful Royal Siamese Cat 
The most fascinating and 
affectionate of pets 
Three litters of finest pedigree at 
moderate prices if taken young. 
Illustrated booklet upon request. 
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