"The Japanese spaniel, sometimes called the 'sleeve dog', is black and white in color; coat massive and very silky; tail tightly curled over its back, with flowering plume; very diminutive, some specimens weighing under four pounds."—Finley, 1917

Japanese Spaniel

"The Japanese spaniel, sometimes called the 'sleeve dog', is black and white in color; coat massive…

"The King Charles spaniel, a breed of toy spaniel. It is black and tan."—Finley, 1917

King Charles Spaniel

"The King Charles spaniel, a breed of toy spaniel. It is black and tan."—Finley, 1917

A huge dog that is peculiar to the Alps.

St. Bernard

A huge dog that is peculiar to the Alps.

A large breed of dog from the Italian and Swiss Alps.

St. Bernard

A large breed of dog from the Italian and Swiss Alps.

You see this dog dragging along a rope which he holds in his mouth, because he does not have hands (Hooker, 1886)..

Stylized Dog

You see this dog dragging along a rope which he holds in his mouth, because he does not have hands (Hooker,…

A black and tan terrior from Swindon.

Terrier

A black and tan terrior from Swindon.

Domesticated dogs are found in every region of the world. There are multiple breeds of dogs.

Scottish Terrier

Domesticated dogs are found in every region of the world. There are multiple breeds of dogs.

"The Skye Terrier came originally from the Isle of Skye in Scotland, where it was kept for destroying foxes."—Finley, 1917

Skye Terrier

"The Skye Terrier came originally from the Isle of Skye in Scotland, where it was kept for destroying…

A breed of dog.

Skye Terrier

A breed of dog.

This is a woman with a dog. She is walking with her dog on a leash, wearing a long dress and long scarf.

Woman with Dog

This is a woman with a dog. She is walking with her dog on a leash, wearing a long dress and long scarf.

A child and dog playing fetch

Fetch

A child and dog playing fetch

A child and dog playing fetch

Fetch

A child and dog playing fetch

A child and dog playing fetch

Fetch

A child and dog playing fetch

Fleet and Mrs. Muffet in "The Open Gate."

Fleet and Mrs. Muffet

Fleet and Mrs. Muffet in "The Open Gate."

An itinerant flower-girl.

Flower Girl

An itinerant flower-girl.

"The size is that of the common fox, the fur exceedingly long, soft, and rich; and, although presenting great variety in the different species, is generally silvery black, sometimes with a chocolate tinge, the tip of the tail always white. The frontal part of the cranium has a peculiar lyre-shape, distinguishing it from every other species." —Goodrich, 1885

American Cross Fox

"The size is that of the common fox, the fur exceedingly long, soft, and rich; and, although presenting…

A red fox.

Red Fox

A red fox.

The Foxhound of Great Britain is a dog of notable pedigree. The modern Foxhound is descended from the old southern hound. Foxhounds are traditionally hunting dogs, trained in packs. They vary in size from 22 to 25 inches in height. Although they may not appear to be built for speed, Foxhounds have been known to cover a mile in under two minutes.

Foxhound

The Foxhound of Great Britain is a dog of notable pedigree. The modern Foxhound is descended from the…

Group of people leaving a rural area.

Fugitives Before the Approach of a Hostile Army

Group of people leaving a rural area.

An illustration of a girl petting a dog.

Girl & Dog

An illustration of a girl petting a dog.

An illustration of a girl eating at a small table with her dog by her side.

Girl and Dog

An illustration of a girl eating at a small table with her dog by her side.

An illustration of a girl feeding her dog from the table.

Girl and Dog

An illustration of a girl feeding her dog from the table.

An illustration of a young girl being frightened by a dog.

Girl Frightened by Dog

An illustration of a young girl being frightened by a dog.

An illustration of a young girl trying to keep a bottle away from an eager puppy.

Young Girl Keeping Bottle Away from Puppy

An illustration of a young girl trying to keep a bottle away from an eager puppy.

Girl giving her doll a ride on a dog.

Girl playing with doll

Girl giving her doll a ride on a dog.

Girl playing with doll and dog.

Girl playing with doll

Girl playing with doll and dog.

Girl skipping and dog.

Girl skipping

Girl skipping and dog.

Girl outside with a dog and a rabbit, looking and pointing to the birds on a tree branch.

Girl with Animals

Girl outside with a dog and a rabbit, looking and pointing to the birds on a tree branch.

Girl with dog.

Girl with dog

Girl with dog.

An illustration of a young girl holding an umbrella with a dog following behind holding a pail in its mouth.

Girl with Umbrella & Dog in Rainstorm

An illustration of a young girl holding an umbrella with a dog following behind holding a pail in its…

A section of the submaxillary gland of a dog. Showing gland cells, b, and a duct, a, in section.

Gland Cells of a Dog

A section of the submaxillary gland of a dog. Showing gland cells, b, and a duct, a, in section.

Scene from the story, "The Animals and the Mirror."

Goat and Mirror

Scene from the story, "The Animals and the Mirror."

The Great Dane is a dog which has at different times been called the 'boar-hound', the 'German Mastiff', and the 'Ulmer dog'. It first began to attract attention about 1870. The grand figure, the bold outlook, and the commanding appearance of the type commended it to certain enthusiasts; and when it was found to be faithful, and intelligent, and of unfailing courage, it soon came into favor. The latest development of the breed is a harlequin-colored or black and white dog, sometimes with a wall eye and mottled nose. The Great Dane stands 34 in. high, and weighs as much as 180 lbs.; though the bitch is considerably smaller and lighter.

Great Dane

The Great Dane is a dog which has at different times been called the 'boar-hound', the 'German Mastiff',…

The Greyhound as a show dog is judged as follows: height and weight, ranging from 23 to 27 in. and from 40 to 70 lbs.; skull rather wide between the ears and flat on the top, with powerful, though not clumsy, jaws, and very strong teeth; eyes dark in color, and full of fire; ears rather small, and fine in texture; neck long and powerful (to enable it to reach the hare) yet graceful looking; chest of fair width, and very deep; body rather long, extremely powerful, especially at the loins, and slightly arched -- the back ribs being short, make the body appear tucked up; shoulders sloping; fore legs set in well under the dog, straight and powerful, with round, compact feet, the knuckles of the toes being well developed; hind quarters very powerful, with muscular thighs and well-bent stifles; tail long, and carried low; colors black, red, fawn, brindled, blue, white, either whole-colored or marked.

Greyhound

The Greyhound as a show dog is judged as follows: height and weight, ranging from 23 to 27 in. and from…

Hand-shadow of Dog

Dog

Hand-shadow of Dog

Hand-shadow of Hound

Hound

Hand-shadow of Hound

This whip handle is in the shape of a dog running at the top, and below a tree and two doves.

Whip Handle

This whip handle is in the shape of a dog running at the top, and below a tree and two doves.

A comparison of vertebrate hands. A, hand or anterior foot of the dog; B, that of the hog; C, that of the elk; D, that of the ox. Digits: I, pollex; II, index; III, medius; IV, annukus; V, minimus.

Hands of Vertebrates

A comparison of vertebrate hands. A, hand or anterior foot of the dog; B, that of the hog; C, that of…

This Head of a Hunting Dog was designed by Habenschaden of Munchen, Germany.

Hunting Dog Head

This Head of a Hunting Dog was designed by Habenschaden of Munchen, Germany.

The Little Red Hen enjoys the bread she made. The cat, dog, and rat do not get any because they did not help make the bread.

Hen Eating Bread

The Little Red Hen enjoys the bread she made. The cat, dog, and rat do not get any because they did…

An illustration of a hen raking the barnyard while  a goose, cat, two dogs, and a hen watch.

Hen Raking Barnyard with Animals Watching

An illustration of a hen raking the barnyard while a goose, cat, two dogs, and a hen watch.

"Hercules descended into Hades, accompanied by Mercury and Minerva. He obtained permission from Pluto to carry Cerberus to the upper air provided he could do it without the use of weapons; and in spite of the monster's struggling, he seized him, held him fast, and carried him to Eurystheus, and afterward brought him back again." —Bulfinch, 1897

Hercules and Cerberus

"Hercules descended into Hades, accompanied by Mercury and Minerva. He obtained permission from Pluto…

"Hermes and Dog" — Gayley, 1893

Hermes Dog

"Hermes and Dog" — Gayley, 1893

Two hobo bugs walking by a dog sleeping in his dog house.

Hobo Insects

Two hobo bugs walking by a dog sleeping in his dog house.

Boy feeding his horse

Feeding Horse

Boy feeding his horse

"Noted for the smoothness of its skin; sometimes called <em>Ray-mouthed Dog</em>; takes bait, but is less rapacious than other species; common on the British coasts." &mdash; Goodrich, 1859

Smooth Hound

"Noted for the smoothness of its skin; sometimes called Ray-mouthed Dog; takes bait, but is…

An illustration of a three story home with a dog playing in the front yard.

Three Story House

An illustration of a three story home with a dog playing in the front yard.

A dog sits at the door of a house framed with arching trees. A vision is open above the door.

Old House

A dog sits at the door of a house framed with arching trees. A vision is open above the door.

This illustration shows a human leg (front view), and comparative diagrams showing modifications of the leg:
1. Human, 2. Ox, 3. Horse, 4. Bird, 5. Frog, 6. Crocodile, 7. Seal, 8. Dog, 9. Bear
P. Pelvis, FE. Femur, TI. Tibia, FI. Fibula, TA. Tarsus, MT. Metatarsus, PH. Phalanges, OC. Os Calcis.

Human Leg (Front View), and Comparative Diagrams showing Modifications of the Leg

This illustration shows a human leg (front view), and comparative diagrams showing modifications of…

A solitary hunter in a cold region, with an eagle and dog for companions.

Hunter with Eagle and Dog

A solitary hunter in a cold region, with an eagle and dog for companions.

"Hounds were also used to pursue game, as may be perceived from the subjoined representation of a huntsman carry home his prey." &mdash; Goodrich, 1844

Egyptian hunter

"Hounds were also used to pursue game, as may be perceived from the subjoined representation of a huntsman…

An illustration of a man hunting rabbits with two dogs.

Man Hunting with Dogs

An illustration of a man hunting rabbits with two dogs.

"The pupil of the eye is round; the color yellowish gray above; thighs and legs yellow; ears ruddy; muzzle very pointed; tail reaching hardly to the heal. the colors sometimes vaary; the size is about two thirds that of a wolf." &mdash;Goodrich, 1885

Jackal

"The pupil of the eye is round; the color yellowish gray above; thighs and legs yellow; ears ruddy;…

An Egyptian jackal.

Jackal

An Egyptian jackal.

An animal similar to a coyote.

Jackal

An animal similar to a coyote.

James and his dog, sitting.

James and Dog

James and his dog, sitting.

James and his dog, running.

James and Dog

James and his dog, running.

James and his dog.

James and Dog

James and his dog.

Away went Gilpin, and away went Postboy at his heels.

John Gilpin

Away went Gilpin, and away went Postboy at his heels.

This sign is used to indicate that a kennel is located nearby.

Kennel, Black and White

This sign is used to indicate that a kennel is located nearby.