The tail must never be curved over the back toward the head when the dog is moving. A tail curved or bent toward the head is to be severely penalized. The shoulders are sloping, movable, and well covered with muscle. The shoulder blades lie flat and are well laid back nearing a 45 degree angle. Elbows which stand away from the body or are too close result in toes turning inwards or outwards and must be faulted.
Pasterns are strong, short and nearly vertical with a slight spring.
Loose, short-bladed or straight shoulders must be faulted. Knuckling over is to be faulted. Dewclaws on the forelegs may be removed. The toes are sufficiently arched and heavily nailed. The pads are strong, hard and thick.