126 DOMESTICATED DOGS. 
Back.—Of moderate length, with short and muscular loins. 
Ribs—Well sprung and rounded, affording ample scope for the 
action of the lungs. 
Legs:-—Straight, and well furnished with bone. 
Feet,—Round, and with no tendency to spread. 
T'ail—Stout, and docked from 4in. to 7in. 
The Airdale Terrier. 
Coat-—Broken or rough, and close and hard in texture. 
Colour—A bluish grey of various shades from the occiput to 
root of tail, showing a “saddle back” of same, also a slight indica- 
tion on each cheek ; rest of body a good tan, richer on feet, muzzle, 
and ears than elsewhere. 
Weight.—From 4olb. to 55]b. for dogs, and 30lb. to solb. for 
bitches. 
