Standard and Description of Points 
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well as with the hock. Great strength of hock is 
necessary to provide the power required in the 
lifting and forward driving step. Cow hocks are a 
serious fault.) 
io. Feet: 
Round, short, compact and the toes well arched. 
Pads very hard, nails short, strong and usually dark 
in color. Dew claws frequently appear on the hind 
FIG. 18. Correctly carried tail when in repose. 
FIG. 19. The same when the dog is in actiori. 
FIG. 20. A slight curl to one side, that is permissible. 
FIG. 21. Incorrect tail, carried too gaily and curling over the back. 
FIG. 22. Incorrect tail carried with a downward droop in action. 
FIG. 23. Incorrect tail carried with too much curl in repose and 
this curl is usually-intensified in action. - . 
