Dog in--and out of--the Doghouse! Charming Old Squeeze Toy brass cheese pen holder 7 1/4" t x 5

7 1/4" t x 5 5/8" long beak to tail

This particular box I believe was refinished at some point (the exterior is in excellent condition)

These came in plastic sleeves with slots that fit them exactly

But good for stashing all sorts small and precious things--including

Dog in--and out of--the Doghouse! Charming Old Squeeze Toy brass cheese pen holder 7 1/4" t x 5Finding and sharing delight is more central to my critical eye endeavor than anything else, and so of course yes to this little squeeze toy dog house! I've never see another like it, and could spend half my day squeezing the handle to make the doghouse door raise and this little dog emerge. My guess might be German, but no mark on it; maybe just someone clever's own little creation. Works great, sound and stable, infinitely rewarding! Dog house