The Black Field Spaniel. 475 



development of the olfactory nerve, and thus secures 

 the highest possible scenting powers. 



11 Eyes. Not too full, but not small, receding, or 

 overhung ; colour, dark hazel or dark brown, or 

 nearly black ; grave in expression, and bespeaking 

 unusual docility and instinct. 



" Ears. Set low down as possible, which greatly 

 adds to the refinement and beauty of the whole 

 head ; moderately long and wide, and sufficiently 

 clad with nice setter-like feather. 



" Neck. Very strong and muscular, so as to 

 enable the dog to retrieve his game without undue 

 fatigue ; not too short, however. 



" Body (including size and symmetry}. Long 

 and very low, well ribbed up to a good strong loin, 

 straight or slightly arched, never slack ; weight from 

 about 35lb. to 45lb. 



" Nose. Well developed, with good open nostrils, 

 and always black in colour. 



"Shoulders and Chest. -- Former sloping and 

 free latter deep and well developed, but not too 

 round and wide. 



" Back and Loin. Very strong and muscular; 

 level, and long in proportion to the height of the dog. 



"Hind Quarters. Very powerful and muscular, 

 wide, and fully developed. 



" Stern. Well set on, and carried low, if possible 



