Described by LADY KITTY RITSON SMOOTH FOX-TERRIER
PUPPIES This lovely photo from the Carreras series
Dogs & Friend was issued in 1936. Shown on the back of the card:
"Puppies are hardy little things as a rule if
properly treated and rationally fed. They need meat every day,
according to their breed. A fox-terrier puppy of three months
old should be fed three times a day. It should have about
three ounces of meat, raw and cooked alternately, green
vegetables and dog biscuit. The first meal should be dry,
the second crumbly moist, and the last meal can consist of a few
dry biscuits, together with one of the many good milk foods on
the market."
Fox Terrier Card 2(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each
Described by LADY KITTY RITSON The SMOOTH FOX-TERRIER Another photo from the same series issued in 1936 as the one above.
The back of the card is as follows: "Although the Smooth Fox-terrier is not so popular in the show
ring as its wire-haired brother, it is much better as a family
pet, for its coat does not pick up the dirt and it is no trouble
to to keep groomed and in good condition. The Smooth Fox-terrier
was the first one upon the scene, and the wire coat was evolved
later. In early days they must have been unpleasant dogs to
meet, for it is reported that a postman died from the effects of
their bites. They are cheap as puppies and easy to rear."
Fox Terrier Card 3(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each
Edited by Stanley Dangerfield Photographed by C, M. Cooke FOX TERRIER
(SMOOTH) This a tea card as opposed to a cigarette card and
was issued by Hornimans Tea in 1961. The cards were enclosed singly in
1/4 lb. packages of their tea. On the back of the card: "Bred originally for hunting, which means they must be large enough
to gallop but small enough to go to ground. Tail is docked to provide a ready-made
handle when the huntsman wants to recover them from a foxhole. Should present
a gay, active picture with body modelled on the lines of the Foxhound, and stand
like a well-made hunter covering a lot of ground despite a short back."
Fox Terrier Card 4(Horniman Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each
FOX TERRIER (Smooth-Haired) Another tea card, this
time from Barbers Tea issued in 1961. The following is shown on the back:
"Although this variety is not quite so
well-known as the wire-haired type it is growing steadily in popularity both home
and abroad. In 1876 the Fox Terrier Club drew up a Standard of Points for the
variety so that the Smooth of today is smarter than the early type. The popular
"Hound-marked" dog is white with black saddle and black or tan ears or head
markings. Weight 16-18 lbs., and height about 15 inches."
Fox Terrier Card 5(Barber Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER Wills cigarettes issued these great
paintings in 1937. On the reverse side: "A strong handy-sized terrier with strong sporting
insticts. Head flat and rather narrow with powerful muzzle, level mouth and tight
lips. Eyes rather small, dark and keen in expression. Ears small and V-shaped
with tips carried forward. Nose black. Neck lengthy and gracefully widening to
long, sloping shoulders. Chest deep, but not wide. Body short, powerful and well
ribbed, with strong quarters. Forelegs very straight and well boned. Hind legs
muscular. Feet small, round and thickly padded. Tail docked, set on high and
carried up. Coat harsh and close. Colour; white, with hound tan or black markings,
all white."
Fox Terrier Card 6(Wills cigarettes, 1937)... $4.95 each
FOX TERRIER (SMOOTH) Bassett Candy Co. put out these 'Popular
Dogs' in 1967. On the back of the card: "The Smooth Fox Terrier is one of the gentleman
of the canine race being clean built, smart and brim full of quality. Few
breeds are more sporting and a good specimen can be worth a great deal of money.
A price of 500 Franks or more would not be excessive, for a top guality dog.
These dogs are hunters with the advantage that they are big enough to run with
the hounds and yet small enough to go to ground."
Fox Terrier Card 7(Bassett Candy, 1967)... $4.95 each
SMOOTH HAIRED FOX TERRIER
Cofton Collections issued 3 different series of 25 cards in 1963.
These same 3 series were reprinted in 1988. All of our
Cofton collection cards are from the reprints issued in 1988. This
card is from the 3rd series. The back of the card has the name
of the company, a short listing of the items they buy and sell and
the number of the card, Smooth fox Terrier is card #25.
Fox Terrier Card 8(Cofton Collections 3rd series reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each
SMOOTH HAIRED FOX TERRIER
This Cofton Collections card is from the 2nd series. The card # is 21.
Fox Terrier Card 9(Cofton Collections 2nd series reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER This lovely headstudy is from the series
put out by Players and titled 'Dogs Heads(Eire)-reprint of 1940' issued
in 1994'. These cards were originally to be issued in 1940 during
World War II but due to a paper shortage at that time only a few
were issued and those are expensive collectors items now. I have one
of the reprints shown. The back of the card reads: "The origin of the Fox Terrier is
credited to the Grove Hunt's dog Old Jock, the Oakley
Hunt"s Old Trap and the Belvoir Hunt's Belvoir Joe,
sire of Belgrave Joe a very influntial early stud dog.
From these, all of them genuine working hunt terriers, the show
specimens of the smooth variety have descended. The skeleton of
Belgrave Joe has been preserved and, after having been in
the offices of the English Kennel Club, is now in those of the
American Kennel Club in New York. The Wire Fox Terrier
appeared later than the Smooth and was produced by mating the
variety with rough-coated terriers of the working type."
Fox Terrier Card 12(Players Dogs Heads Eire reprint, 1994)... $5.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER PUPPIES Aren't these great? From a
series of photographs by Pattreiouex and enclosed in Senior Service
cigarettes in 1939. On the reverse: "If the head is not too
narrow this is possibly the best all round companion dog in towns.
GENERAL HINTS RETRIEVING (1). Puppies should be
taught to retrieve when young-later they may lose the instinct.
Play with the puppy near his bed, get him interested in an old
glove or something similar and throw it a few yards. He will
try to take it to his bed; intercept him, take the glove from
him, praise him and give him a titbit.'
Fox Terrier Card 13(Pattreiouex Senior Service cigarettes, 1939)... $5.95 each
Smooth-coated Fox Terrier. Players issued this full bodied
pose in 1931. The artist is Arthur Wardle. Shown on the back of the card:
"This popular and typically English dog,
"the gentleman of the Terrier world," is endowed with a lively temperament,
which endears him to his owner. There are two varieties, the smooth-coated
andWire-haired, and the breed as it is now known dates from about the fifties
of last century; originally bred to unearth the fox. Colour; white should
predominate, brindle, red or liver markings are objectionable; tan and black
markings are usual and it matters not where the markings are. Height 14in.
Weight 18 lb." Transfer of Smooth-coated Fox Terrier.
This is a transfer of the original card. You will note the printing
is backward. When the copy is transferred it will look like the card
with the printing done correctly. I was able to obtain a very few
of these transfers in different breeds.
"To obtain the best results place this tranfer in water for about a minute.
Take out, shake off surplus water and place the colour surface in contact
with the article; press down firmly and smoothly,wait a few seconds then
carefully peel off paper while it is still wet. Don't be too hurried in
your operations."
Fox Terrier Card 15(Players, 1931)... $6.95 each
Fox Terrier Card 15a(Players transfer, 1931)... $5.95 each
FOX TERRIER. CH. STEWTON SPEC. Sire: Ch. Farleton Fusilier. Dam. Barclay Beauty. Born: March 15th, 1933.
John Sinclair Tobacco issued these CHAMPION DOGS - A series of real
photos in 1938. The reverse side of the card shows: "He obtained
his Championship at Bath, 1936. Great Joint Terrier Show, 1936, and at Cruft's,
1937. He is a tan marked dog of great substance, excelling in legs, feet and fine
lay of shoulders, and has sired many Championship winners." Owned by:
Mr. E. Sutcliffe, Louth Lines.
Fox Terrier Card 16(Sinclair Champion Dogs, 1938)... $6.95 each
FOX TERRIER The Molassine Co., Ltd, issued these cards
in Vims-Pet in 1970. The title of the series is 'Dogs at Work'.
"The Fox Terrier can be either the smooth haired or wire haired
variety. In the 18th century when hunting was every man's vocation the fox terrier
was used for bolting the fox that had been driven to earth by the hounds. By the same
instict he is a useful rat-catcher for the farmer.
Fox Terrier Card 17(Molassine Dogs at Work, 1970)... $6.95 each
FOX TERRIER Players Cigarettes issued this lovely headstudy
by artist Peter Biegel in 1940. A nice write-up on the back of the card:
"Both the Smooth and Wire-haired Fox
Terrier originate from the same stock, and it was not until the
1860's that they became clearly defined types. The Smooth Fox
Terrier was the more favoured of the two when the Fox Terrier
Club was founded in 1896, but it has recently lost ground to its
Wire-haired relation. As a sporting dog it accompanies the hunt,
and is used to enter earths and hideouts to draw the fox. Its
attractive clean appearance and alert, intelligent bearing has
led to its world-wide adoption as a household pet. In colour its
flat smooth coat should be predominantly white with dark
markings."
Fox Terrier Card 18(Players Dogs Heads, 1940)... $7.95 each
Smooth Fox-Terrier. Wills Cigarettes issued this set of
'scenic background' cards in 1926 (one year after Players issued the
original set in 1925) (see below). The following appears on the back
of the card: "This popular breed may be described as the "gentleman"
of the Terrier world, endowed with a lively temperament which endears them to their
owners. Fox Terrier cannot claim an ancient lineage, the starting point of the modern
breed dating from about the fifties of last century; but they certainly make up in
"sauce" what they lack in pride of ancestry. The Smooth-haired Terrier has a short,
harsh, and flat coat, in which white predominates. Tan and black markings are usual,
but brown or liver markings are objectionable. Height 14 ins. Weight
about 18 lbs."
Fox Terrier Card 19(Wills Scenic, 1926)... $7.95 each
Smooth Fox-Terrier. This card is exactly like the one above
but it was put out by Players cigarettes in 1925 (one year earlier than the Wills
cigarette above). The cards are identically printed on the back:
"This popular breed may be described as the "gentleman"
of the Terrier world, endowed with a lively temperament which endears them to their
owners. Fox Terrier cannot claim an ancient lineage, the starting point of the modern
breed dating from about the fifties of last century; but they certainly make up in
"sauce" what they lack in pride of ancestry. The Smooth-haired Terrier has a short,
harsh, and flat coat, in which white predominates. Tan and black markings are usual,
but brown or liver markings are objectionable. Height 14 ins. Weight
about 18 lbs."
Fox Terrier Card 20(Players Scenic, 1925)... $7.95 each
J. Milhoff enclosed these real photographs in their "De RESZKE" the aristocrat of cigarettes
in 1932.
This is Photo No.2 of a series of 27.
Fox Terrier Card 22J. Milhoff "Real Photographs", 1932)... $7.95 each
SMOOTH-HAIRED FOX TERRIER
This a Golden Fleece Australia 'SWAP CARD' titled 'Pedigree Dogs'
issued in 1972. Shown on the reverse: "The smooth-Haired Fox Terrier was first classed as a sporting
breed because his sensitive nose and keen sight were useful in
his job of driving foxes from their holes. He is said to have
variety of ancestors such as the Smooth-coated Black and Tan
Terrier, Bullterrier, Beagle and even the Greyhound. Today this
dog is very popular in Australia. Owners tell stories of their
pluck and courage against enemies much bigger than themselves."
illust.: Aust. CH. "Grenpark Solo" Owner: Mr. C. E.
Milward,vic.
Fox Terrier Card 23(Golden Fleece Australia, 1972)... $7.95 each
THE SMOOTH FOX TERRIER Gallaher Tobacco put out this series of
48 cards in 1936. The artist is Mabel Gear. The back of the card
has the following: "The Smooth Fox Terrier is closely related to the
Wire Fox Terrier. It has been termed "the perfect little
gentleman of the Terrier world," is as sharp as a needle, aristocratic in stance
and general deportment and has an expression that is fully alive. Its energy is
as tireless as its tail, which seems to wag unceasingly from morn to night.
"Smooths" are tan and white or black and white predominating."
Fox Terrier Card 25(Gallaher Dogs A Series, 1936)... $9.95 each
This card is from a series of 25 CHAMPION DOGS issued with
ARDATH cork and STATE EXPRESS 333 cigarettes in 1934.
The back of the card is shown to the right and indicates the standards
for the Fox Terrier of that era.
Fox Terrier Card 26(Ardath Champion Dogs, 1934)... $9.95 each
"OUR PUPPIES"
THE SMOOTH FOX TERRIER
Godfrey Phillips put out the puppies in 1936. A mini paragraph
is shown on the back: "Show specimens of this terrier have been created from working
terriers used by various Hunts A keen, first-class companion."
Fox Terrier Card 28(Godfrey Phillips Our Puppies, 1936)... $14.95 each
Quaker Oats put out these "Challenge of the Yukon"* dog cards in 1938.
At the bottom of the paragraph shown below is stamped signature of Sargeant Preston.
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER is just about the liveliest little
fellow in all dogdom. He is a good house dog with an
affectionate and lovable disposition. He makes friends with all,
learns tricks easily, and is an excellent watchdog, giving
warning upon hearing the faintest sound. Name of Fox Terrier
pictured here is Artesian Ensign."
Fox Terrier Card 29(Quaker Oats, 1938)... $14.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER This awesome card was issued and enclosed
in Hignettes cigarettes in 1936. The following description appears
on the back of the card: "Fox Terrier, of both coats, have descended from the
terrier used by fox hunters for bolting foxes, the hunts chiefly responsible for
the Smooth variety being the Grove, Oakley, Quorn, and Belvoir. The "tap-root" of
the variety is said to be "Old Jock." bred in the Grove Kennels and born in 1859.
The coming of dog shows refined the appearance of the Smooth considerably, and
fixed the type of to-day's elegant Terrier. Among the many distinguished
exhibitors of Smooths are the Duchess of Newcastle, the Maharajah of Pithapuram,
and Baron van der Hoop of Switzerland."
Fox Terrier Card 30(Hignett cigarettes, 1936)... $19.95 each
SMOOTH FOX-TERRIER. Players cigarettes issued this series
of 20 cards titled 'Dogs by Wardle-2nd Series' in 1928. This
headstudy certainly depicts the 'gentleman' as noted in the description
as shown on the back of the card: "Dogs of this popular breed may
be described as the "gentlemen" of the Terrier world, endowed
with a lively temperament which endears them to their owners.
Fox-Terriers cannot claim an ancient lineage, the starting point
of the modern breed dating from about the fifties of last century;
but they certainly make up in "sauce" what they lack in pride of
ancestry. The Smooth-haired Terrier has a short, harsh, and flat
coat, in which white predominates. Tan and black markings are
usual, but brown or liver markings are objectionable. Height
14 ins. Weight about 18 lbs."
Fox Terrier Card 31(Players 2nd series, 1928)... $24.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER. Edwards Ringer & Bigg 'Dog Series-Klondyke'
was issued in 1908, almost 100 years ago and Ogdens 'Fowls Pigeons & Dogs'
was issued in 1904, 103 years ago. A rare find indeed! Each of these cards has
the same description shown on the back of the card: "The Fox Terrier is without doubt the most popular
of all breeds in this country. It is favoured by the high and low. Makes the
brightest of companions, full of fire and life, and is an ideal vermin dog.
Generally attached to packs of hounds to unearth fox or badger. Color-white, with
black, or black and tan markings. Not over 20 lbs. weight. The "Wire Haired Terrier"
differs only in coat."
Fox Terrier Card 33(Ringers Klondyke, 1908)left... $24.95 each
Fox Terrier Card 34(Ogdens Fowls Pigeons and Dogs, 1904)right... $24.95 each
Fox Terrier (Smooth) Moustafa 'Leo Chambers Dogs Heads' were
issued in 1924. This headstudy is card #16 in the set of 40.
On the back of the card: "The fox terrier is on the small side, about 18 lb.
being the average weight. He should have a short fine coat. He really is just a
bundle of mischief, but it is his general lively temperament that endears him to
his owner. A good dog should have a flat skull, with a long straight muzzle, strong
jaws, small ears and deep chest. His legs should be straight. Feed on Spratt's
Puppy Biscuits, "Ovals" and "Rodnim"."
Fox Terrier Card 35(Moustafa Leo Chambers Dogs Heads, 1924)... $24.95 each
SMOOTH FOX TERRIER Weeties 'Favourite Dogs-New Zealand' were
issued in 1940. They were enclosed in the packages of Weeites, Crispies,
and Vitabrits. On the reverse side of the card: "Some years ago the Smooth Fox Terrier was the most
popular dog and remained so until the Wire-haired became so widely fancied.
The "Foxy," as he is commonly called, is deservedly popular as a companion for
man and as a house dog, for which he is eminently qualified by his intelligence
and friendly disposition. His hunting instinct makes him a good rat-killer.
He is affectionate towards his master. * DON'T bewilder a
dog by giving too many orders. Don't shout, speak quietly."
Fox Terrier Card 36(Weeties Favourite Dogs New Zealand, 1940)... $24.95 each
SMOOTH-HAIRED FOX-TERRIER. Wills cigarettes issued these
'Dogs A Series' in 1914. Then this same series was put out as an
authorized reproduction in 1987. A very nice description is shown
on the back of the card: "Even in olden times the
Fox-Terrier was regarded as one of the best of sporting dogs,
and formed part of every country gentleman's sporting
establishment. They were employed for unearthing foxes, two being
attached to every pack of hounds. They are now, however, one of
the most favoured breeds of pet dogs; their convenient size and lively
disposiions making them universal favourites. Their coats should
be thick and glossy and pure white, marked with black-and-tan,
black, or lemon, and they should weigh from 15 to 20 lbs. For
sheer keenness, pluck, and love of sport he is hard to beat.
He is easily trained, easily kept, and makes a splendid companion
for either town or country."
Fox Terrier Card 37(Wills Dogs A Series, 1914)ORIGINAL... $24.95 each
Fox Terrier Card 37A(Wills Dogs A Series, 1987)Reproduction... $5.95 each
One of the first sets ever issued included the Fox Terrier of the day.
These cards were published by Goodwin Publishing under the title
'Dogs of the World' and enclosed in Old Judge Cigarettes
in 1890. Nothing on the back of the card except the name of the
Publisher and Old Judge.
Fox Terrier Card 38(Goodwin Publishing Dogs of the World, 1890)... $69.95 each
Every breed deserves something really special and this is it for the
Fox Terriers. This is a silk that was issued in 1910 by American
Tobacco. They are incredibly hard to maintain, so finding one in
good condition after 97 years is quite an accomplishment. There
is fraying on the two ends as you can see. It is protected in a hard
plastic cover to save it from any further wear. It should be the center
of any card collection. ONE ONLY.
Fox Terrier Card 39(SILK CARD American Tobacco, 1910)... $69.95 each
Smooth Fox Terrier Playing Cards
Sorry, we don't have any complete sets of playing cards. These were
from collections of antique cards and there is no way of knowing how
old they are or where one might find more of them. They are certainly
a part of Fox Terrier history.
This unique card was produced in Germany in the 1980's. On the back
is a description of the Fox Terrier.
Fox Terrier Playing Card 1... $5.95 each
Fox Terrier Playing Card 2... $1.95 each
Smooth Fox Terrier Cigar Bands
Fox Terrier Cigar Band 1... $7.95 each
Fox Terrier Cigar Band 2... SOLD OUT
* We can take visa, mastercard, discover, or PayPal. We try to keep
all cards in stock, so we probably have the ones that you are looking
for.
* Truly one of the cheapest unique treats for yourself or a friend (great for
club trophies as well!)
* It is absolutely true that you will often find some of these cards at very
reasonable prices. On the other hand, if
you add in the gas, hours, and hassles that it has taken to find them, you may
find it easier to just get them from us while we have them :*) I don't always
count on getting more in the near future. I get them when I can find them and
the stock is not always constant.
* I do have other breeds available. Let me know and perhaps I can do a page for
your breed.
~*~ Francie Stull ~*~
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