Topical - Of or relating to a drug applied topically or on a localized area of the body or to the surface of a body part.
Paddling - A gaiting fault, so named for its similarity to the swing and dip of a canoeists paddle. Pinching in at the elbows and shoulder joints causes the front legs to swing forward on a stiff outward arc. Also called tied at the elbows.
Parasite - An organism that grows, feeds, and is sheltered on or in a different organism while contributing nothing to the survival of its host.
Demodex - A mite that causes mange.
Buttocks - The rump or hips.
Shih Tzu - AKC recognized breed.
Steep - Used to denote incorrect angles of articulation. For example, a steep front describes a more upright shoulder placement than is preferred.
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.
