Glossary
Gait
The pattern of movement of animals during (terrestrial) locomotion.
Gaits used by cats and dogs include the walk, the amble, the pace, the trot, the canter and the gallop.
Gaits used by cats and dogs include the walk, the amble, the pace, the trot, the canter and the gallop.
Fault
A characteristic of a pet that deviates from the breed standard.
Breed standards specify characteristics that are undesirable, some being disqualifying faults.
Breed standards specify characteristics that are undesirable, some being disqualifying faults.
Reach
The distance a limb can be extended.
Forelimb
Either of the cranial (anterior or front) limbs.
Central Line
An imaginary line along the direction of travel.
Hind Limb
Either of the caudal (posterior or rear) limbs.
Hindquarters
The hind region of the dog, from the loin.
Forequarters
The front region of an animal, excluding the head and neck.
Hock
The tarsal region or tarsal joint of the hind leg of a quadruped.
Also known (colloquially) as the heel or ankle.
Also known (colloquially) as the heel or ankle.
