Posterior - The portion of the dog carried toward the rear during normal locomotion.
Black Russian Terrier - AKC recognized breed.
Metatarsus - The corresponding part of the hind foot in quadrupeds or of the foot in birds.
Gordon Setter - A medium-sized hunting dog of a breed originating in Scotland, and having a silky black-and-tan coat.
Afghan Hound - A large, slender hunting dog having long, thick hair, a pointed muzzle, and drooping ears.
Pheromones - A chemical secreted by an animal, especially an insect, that influences the behavior or development of others of the same species, often functioning as an attractant of the opposite sex.
Electronic Collar - A collar that provides a warning sound and/or an electric stimulation to the dog upon receipt of an electronic signal given by the user. Used as a training device.
Bad Mouth - Crooked teeth; when the mouth is closed, upper and lower teeth do not line up according to the standard of the breed.
Bandy Legs - Legs that bend outward.
Briard - An ancient French breed of sturdily built, rough-coated dogs.
Hook Tail - A tail that is carried down, but with the tip curled upwards.
Topline - The dog's outline from just behind the withers to the tail set.
