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long, but not arched ; in fact, what is known 

 as an inchnation towards ewe-neck is rather 

 favourable than otherwise. Chest broad, 

 body compact, but quarters should be long ; 

 loins broad, and thighs and buttocks muscular 

 to a degree. 



A high forehand and oblique shoulders, 

 with perfect shoulder and knee action, are 

 indispensable qualifications in a typical 

 hunter. 



All joints — but the knees and hocks 

 especially — should be broad, and free from 

 disease of any kind. 



The slightest stiffness in these regions is 

 quite sufficient to "warn off" a would-be 

 purchaser. 



Mere blemishes are, of course, unimpor- 

 tant, so long as they exist apart from other 

 injury. 



