Shoulders and Chest.—Shoulders somewhat declining, muscular, but not loaded, conveying the idea of freedom of action with lightness, activity, and strength. Chest moderately broad and full.
Defects.—Upright shoulders and a disproportionately wide chest.
Back, Loins, and Ribs.—Back short, muscular, and strong. Loin broad and slightly arched, and the ribs well sprung, giving abundant lung-room.
Defects.—A long or swayed back, a flat, narrow loin, or a flat, constricted rib.
Forelegs and Feet.—Forelegs straight, with plenty of bone. Feet close, firm, and either round or hare-like in form.
Defects.—Cow-hocks and open feet.
Tail.—The tail should be carried gaily, well up, and with some medium curve, rather short as compared with the size of the dog, and clothed with a decided brush.
Defects.—A long tail, with a "tea-pot" curve.
Disqualifications.—A thinly-haired, rattish tail, with entire absence of brush.
Coat.—Moderately coarse in texture, and of good length.