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Originally Posted by gemy  The standard actually says carried slightly higher than the back no percentage is indicated. That is to say the AKC standard. But for most dogs the tail should be carried up and he dog should show confidence int the ring, particularly terriers and all the working breeds. |
What they are teaching and emphasizing in judges classes is the 45 degree thing. That being said it can always depend on who is teaching that section. Everyone has prejudices of course. Would be great if the US/European issues could be somehow resolved.