What is "firedogs"

Usage examples of "firedogs".

He smoked in the room, spat on the firedogs, talked farming, calves, cows, poultry, and municipal council, so that when he left she closed the door on him with a feeling of satisfaction that surprised even herself.

It fell over the firedogs into the drawing-room and rolled on to the carpet, scattering great sparks around it.

He redoubled his pace and led them along the path through the brush until the firedogs were lost to view.