How Do You Go About Getting A Dog?
A guide to common dog breeds, published in the Housewife's Magazine, Berlin, 1929
Airedale-Terrier (war dog) - rough-haired, ca. 45cm tall, very intelligent, persistent, and loyal. Average price: 2 months old $12, 1 year old $30.
Scottish shepherd (collie) - richly coated, ca. 60cm tall, particularly affectionate and devoted. Average price: 2 months old $17, 1-2 years old $45
German Boxer - ca. 45-60cm, characterized by cleverness, spirit, and loyalty. Average price: 2 months old $12, 1-2 years old $37.
Foxterrier - short-haired, ca. 35-45cm tall, the best companion, cheerful and affectionate. Good ratter. Average price: 2 months old $10, 1-2 years $25.
German Shepherd (police dog) - thick coat, ca. 50-60cm tall, with an utmost keen sense of smell and tracking, highly intelligent and loyal. Average price: 2 months old $15, 1-2 years $60 (untrained)
Dachshund (short-haired hunting dog) - the comedian among dogs, clever and attentive, but stubborn. Average price: 6-8 weeks $7, 1-2 years $22 (without hunting training)
Zwergspitz - Dense silky coat, ca. 25-35cm tall, very clever, particularly intelligent and alert. Prices vary depending on size, $30-60.
English Windchime* - shorthaired, ca. 45-60cm, a lively companion, elegant Lady's dog, somewhat sensitive. Average price: 1 year $45
Toy-Terrier - shorthaired, ca. 25-30cm tall, very valuable luxury dog, lively and alert, but exceptionally delicate. Prices vary between $25-90
Russian Greyhound (Barsoi) - long curly hair, ca. 80cm tall, elegant carriage. Average price: 6-8 weeks old $25, 1-2 years old $65
(*Yes, I know windspiel refers to greyhounds.)
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