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originally bred to hunt all types of game from squirrels and other that typically flush or force a bird from cover.
rodents to bears. It is a “bark pointer” indicating the position of
game by barking, and drawing the game animal’s attention to Fluting: Median furrow on skull (e.g. Spaniel (English Springer)).
itself, allowing an easier approach for the hunter. Its original game
hunting purpose was to point to game that fled into trees, such as Flying ears: Any characteristically drop ears or semi-prick ears
grouse, and capercaillies, but it also serves well for hunting elk. that stand or “fly”.
Some individuals have even been known to go after a bear. In its
native country, the breed is still mostly used as a hunting dog. The Folded Ears: As seen on the Fox Terrier, an ear which stands erect
breed is friendly and in general loves children. at the base and folds forward.

Fixed: 1. See Neuter. 2. Surgical procedure that permanently Food tube: A training device usually made of clear vinyl tubing in
changes the carriage of the tail or ears. which treats are placed. The tube has either a slit in the side or end
caps that come off, which allows only the handler to get out treats
Flag: Feathering on tail (e.g. English Setter, Gordon Setter). A for the dog. It is used as a target or can be thrown to aid in training
long tail carried high. the food-motivated dog.

Flange: Projecting edge of last rib (e.g. listed as a fault in Basset Forearm: The portion of the forelimb between the arm and the
Hound). wrist.

Flank: Fleshy side of the body between the last rib and the front Forechest: Front part of the chest (e.g. Boxer, Miniature Pinscher).
of thigh.
Foreface: The front portion of the skull that articulates with the
Flare: A blaze that widens as it approaches the top skull. cranium.

Flat-Coated Retriever: Is a gundog breed originating from the Forehand: Front part of dog, including head, neck, shoulders,
United Kingdom. It was developed as a retriever both on land and upper arm, legs and feet.
in the water. The Flat-Coated Retriever is an active, multitalented
bird dog with a strong desire to please people. Exuberant, Foreign expression: Expression not typical of the breed.
confident, and outgoing, they make a loving family pet and can be
companions to small children, provided adults are nearby to direct Foreleg: Front leg from elbow to foot.
this dog’s boisterous enthusiasm.
Forequarters: The combined front assembly from its uppermost
Flat-sided: Ribs insufficiently rounded as they approach the component, the shoulder blade, down to the feet.
sternum or breastbone.
Former owner (F/O): One who transferred the dog.
Flecked colour: Coat or eye lightly ticked with another colour.
Foster mother: A bitch used to nurse puppies not her own.
Flews: Pendulous upper lips - chops (e.g. Bulldog).
Foul color: A color or marking not characteristic for the breed.
Floating rib: The last (or 13th rib), which is unattached to the Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed
other ribs. standard for the definitive color description.

Flocked: Coat of cotton wool texture (e.g. Bolognese). Foundation stock: The first generation of a particular breed
registered with the AKC.
Flooding: A training approach sometimes used to force the dog to
endure the situation in order to overcome any fears he may have. Fox Terrier (Smooth): Is a breed of dog, one of many terrier
breeds. It was the first breed in the fox terrier family to be given
Fluffies: A coat of extreme length with exaggerated feathering on official recognition by The Kennel Club (circa 1875; breed standard
ears, chest, legs and feet, underparts, and hindquarters. Trimming 1876). The Smooth Fox Terrier’s development as a breed is largely
such a coat does not make it any more acceptable. undocumented, but the dog has been known as a distinct breed
in England since at least the 18th century; the first documented
Fluffing: The act of straightening the fabric portion of the evidence of the Smooth Fox Terrier came in 1790, when a Colonel
collapsed tunnel. Thornton painted a portrait of his dog, Pitch. The Smooth Fox
Terrier is a highly energetic dog, and thus not recommended for
Flush: To drive birds from cover, to force them to take flight; to first time dog owners.
spring.
Fox Terrier (Wire): Is a breed of dog, one of many terrier breeds.
Flushing breeds: Term commonly applied to those spaniel breeds It is a fox terrier, and although it bears a resemblance to the Smooth

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