The skull should be fairly long, slightly domed at occiput, with cranium broad and full. Ears short, set on high or with a tendency to rise above the point of origin. Body Neck and Throat -Neck rising free and light from the shoulders strong in substance yet not loaded, of medium length. Defects -A thick, short, cloddy neck carried on a line with the top of the shoulders. Chest deep and broad, but not broad enough to interfere with the free play of the shoulders.
Defects -Straight, upright shoulders.
Chest disproportionately wide or with lack of depth. Back, Loin and Ribs Back short, muscular and strong. Loin broad and slightly arched, and the ribs well sprung, giving abundance of lung room. Defects -Very long or swayed or roached back. Flat, narrow loin.