A Dog of Virtue

CASTITAS
The dog is courageous and bold. He confronts pain without fear and uncertainty with fortitude.
“Shep” a collie dog which chewed off his front legs when caught in a trap, walking upright with John Rattigan, Omaha, Nebraska 1930.

HUMANITAS
The dog is kind, charitable, and compassionate. He is a sympathetic friend without prejudice.
Old Negro and His Dog. He is a tenant farmer living in Wagoner County, Oklahoma.
by Russell Lee, June 1939

LIBERALITAS
The dog is generous. He is willing to give and noble in thought and action.
Farmer and his dog. Yakima County, Washington
by Russell Lee, September 1942

INDUSTRIA
The dog is diligent. He is zealous, careful, and decisive in his work.
Birt Johnson’s Sheep Farm – Kearny, Nebraska
by Solomon Butcher 1903

FRENUM
The dog practices self control. He is mindful of others and of his surroundings.
Andrew Gustafson Homestead, Dakota Territory 1897

PATIENTIA
The dog is patient. He shows endurance through moderation, is merciful and forgives.
“Collie’s Special Delivery” National Biscuit Company Advertisement 1916

HUMILITAS
The dog is brave and modest. He is selfless and gives respect generously.
Shepherd and his dog. Gravelly Range, Madison County, Montana.
by Russell Lee, August 1942