. The American book of the dog. The origin, development, special characteristics, utility, breeding, training, points of judging, diseases, and kennel management of all breeds of dogs. Dogs. THE BULLDOG. 605 Chest and neck.—Length, thickness, arching, and dew- laj:) of neck, width, depth, and roundness of chest. Points, 5. Shoulders.—Size, breadth, and mnscle. Points, 5. Body.—Cai^acity, depth, and thickness of brisket; round- ness of ribs. Points, 5. Back roach.—Shortness, width at shoulders, and height, strength, and at the loins. Points, 5. Tail.—Fineness, shortness, shape, i)Osition, and c
. The American book of the dog. The origin, development, special characteristics, utility, breeding, training, points of judging, diseases, and kennel management of all breeds of dogs. Dogs. THE BULLDOG. 605 Chest and neck.—Length, thickness, arching, and dew- laj:) of neck, width, depth, and roundness of chest. Points, 5. Shoulders.—Size, breadth, and mnscle. Points, 5. Body.—Cai^acity, depth, and thickness of brisket; round- ness of ribs. Points, 5. Back roach.—Shortness, width at shoulders, and height, strength, and at the loins. Points, 5. Tail.—Fineness, shortness, shape, i)Osition, and carriage. Points, 5. Forelegs and feet.—Stoutness, shortness, and straight- ness of legs, development of calves, and outward turn of elbows; straightness and strength of ankle; roundness, size, and position of feet; compactness of toes; height and prominence of knuckles. Points, 5. Hind legs and feet.—Stoutness, length, and size of legs; development of muscles; strength, shape, and x:)osition of hocks and stifles; formation of feet and toes, as in fore legs and feet. Points, 5. Size.—Approach fifty pounds. Points, 5. Coat.—Fineness, shortness, evenness, and closeness of coat, uniformity, points, and brilliancy of color. Points, 6. Total points, Please note that these images are extracted from scanned page images that may have been digitally enhanced for readability - coloration and appearance of these illustrations may not perfectly resemble the original Shields, G. O. (George O. ), 1846-1925, ed. Chicago, Rand, McNally
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