120 THE POINTER 



are not quite so rounded as those of a hound. The 

 loin is slightly arched, and very wide and muscular ; 

 the thighs and second thighs should carry plenty 

 of muscle, and the stifles be well bent. The colour 

 varies, but white predominates, with lemon, orange, 

 liver, or black markings. We have also wholly 

 black Pointers. Weight varies considerably, but 

 55 Ib. would be rather heavy for a dog. Much 

 importance must be attached to action, as the dog 

 should move freely with a long swinging stride. 



