Archive for January 2nd, 2009

Dog World Definitions starting with the letter “S”

Friday, January 2nd, 2009

Sickle 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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