The depth of chest is roughly equal to the length of the front leg from elbow to ground. Ribs are oval, well sprung, and curve gently into a firm loin. Should be docked to balance the overall dog. Forequarters Shoulder blades are oblique and sloping. Bone is flat.
Forelegs are straight and well boned to the feet.
Pasterns are moderately sloping but strong. Dewclaws may be removed. Feet face forward and are large, rounded, and webbed, with strong, well arched, relatively tight toes and thick pads. Bone corresponds to that of forelegs. Setter-like feathering adorns the chest, underbody, backs of the legs, buttocks, and the underside of the tail.