Dog World Definitions starting with the letter “S”
Friday, January 2nd, 2009Sickle Hocks: Hocks without much flexibility.
Snipey: A dog with a pointed muzzle without fill or padding.
Sound: A dog showing correct structure, temperament, and healthy.
Square: The dog’s height at the withers matches the length of the body.
Stacking: Setting up a dog in a free standing position.
Station - Location of a sign providing instructions regarding the exercise that is to be performed in rally.
Straight Stifle: The stifle is not properly bent and is lacking angulation.
Substance: A dog with good bone and muscle development.
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