Ears.—The ears of the Gordon are longer than those of the Irish or English, are set on low and lie close to head.
Head.—There ought to be good evidence of "stop," rendering the occiput well-defined.
From eye to occiput, head should measure nearly 6 inches.
The old type of Gordon was much too clumsy in the head.
Neck.—Long, clean, and racey.
Shoulders and Chest.—Shoulders of good slope and chest deep. Ribs to be well sprung.
Fore-limbs and Feet.—To be of moderate length; strong in the forearms, and elbows well in. Feet arched and cat-like.
A strong back, loin, and well-bent stifles are qualifications of the Gordon.
Stern.—The tail carried as nearly in the same line as the body. Many Gordons have defective carriage of the caudal appendage.
The so-called "tea-pot" tail is the worst fault, and destroys a dog's chance of winning in the show ring.