The back ribs are very deep. The hindquarters are very strong, endurance being of even greater consequence than speed. Straight stifles are preferred to over-bent stifles. Bone cannot be too large. FEET Feet are round and catlike.
Knuckles are well developed, with strong nails.
The end tapers to a point. There is a fringe of hair below the tail. The short, dense, hard coat is glossy. Any good hound color is acceptable. Viciousness or extreme shyness.