If a Greyhound has not typically formed and well-placed hind-quarters, he will never make his mark as a runner.
Chest.—Most certainly should be deep, but not wide.
If a greyhound is not well-hearted he is no good for speed, or endurance.
Flatness of ribs, especially towards the keel, is advantageous.
Tail.—Long and tapering.
Coat.—Of medium texture, neither too coarse, nor too fine.
Colour.—Unimportant. A good Greyhound may be any colour.
Our illustrations are from photographs kindly lent by Mrs Dewè of Ringmer, and Mr Eyers of Blandford.
The Whippet
The Whippet may be described as a miniature Greyhound, and is judged much upon the same lines. The chief use of these little dogs is that of racing on a course, and for rabbiting, also as a snap-dog. It is rather singular, but miners, etc., are remarkably fond of Whippets, and the Lancashire and Staffordshire towns contain a lot of this breed.