Dogs and All about Them

"Black" is rare, and is only a sport from black and tan. Two Coloured:--Deep black, brown (liver) or grey, with golden or tan markings (spots) over the eyes at the side of the jaw and lips, inner rim of ears, the breast, inside and back of legs, the feet, and under the tail for about one-third of its length. In the above-mentioned colours white markings are objectionable. The utmost that is allowed being a small spot, or a few hairs, on the chest. Dappled:--A silver grey to almost white foundation colour, with dark, irregular spots (small for preference) of dark grey, brown, tan, or black. The general appearance should be a bright, indefinite coloration, which is considered especially useful in a hunting dog. WEIGHT--Dachshunds in Germany are classified by weight as follows:--Light-weight--Dogs up to 16-1/2 lb., bitches up to 15-1/2 lb. Middle-weight--Dogs up to 22 lb., bitches up to 22 lb. Heavy-weight--Over 22 lb. Toys--Up to 12 lb. The German pound is one-tenth more than the English. The light-weight dog is most used for going to ground.