REARQUARTER
HINDQUARTERS—The angulation of the
hindquarters balances that of the forequarters. Hipbones falls away
from the spinal column at an angle of about30 degrees, producing a slightly
rounded, well filled-out croup. Upper Shanks at right angles to the
hip bones are long, wide, and well muscled on both sides of thigh, with
clearly defined stifles. Upper and lower shanks are of equal length.
While the dog is at rest, hock to heel is perpendicular to the ground.
Viewed from the rear, the legs are straight, parallel to each other, and
wide enough apart to fit in with a properly built body. Dewclaws,
if any, are generally removed. Cat feet as on front legs, turning
neither in nor out.
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