Good, straight legs with plenty of bone running well down to the toes, incluned to knuckle very slightly, but not exaggerated in the slightest degree. The back level and muscular, and no dipping behind the withers or arching over the loin. The loain is short, wide and well-muscled. Deep well-sprung ribs, running well back, with plenty of heart room, and a deep chest. Well-developed muscles providing strength for long hours of work.
Endurance is more important than pure speed.
The stifles are only moderately angulated to provide the endurance. TAIL Long, set on high, and carried up from 3 o'clock to 12 o'clock, depending on the attitude. It tapers to a point with a brush of hair. The tail should not be curled over the back. COAT Short, dense, hard and glossy.