"Head carriage" refers to the position and alignment of the head when someone is standing or moving. It describes how their head is held, whether it's held upright with good posture or slouched forward.
Full definition
«Of sufficient length to permit naturally
high head carriage and in balance with height and length of dog,» are the precise words.
High head carriage is undesirable and may be an indication of poor shoulder placement and an upright front assembly.
The dachshund has a long compact body, very strong short legs,
confident head carriage and intelligent facial expression.
Although the size and body type are very much the same, the Tervuren's wonderful coat and proud
head carriage set her apart.
It is the dog's balance, starting with the
correct head carriage and continuing along the proper topline and croup, that creates a harmonious whole.
This may present as quiet behavior, crying out, becoming less playful,
low head carriage and limping.
Osteopathy can be used to treat gait problems, stiffness, problems
with head carriage, behavior changes, muscle tension, digestive problems, and more.
Appearing neither crippled, awkward, nor cramped in his capacity for movement, the Dachshund is well - balanced with bold and
confident head carriage and intelligent, alert facial expression.
the Breed Standard General Appearance The Leonberger is a calm, non-aggressive, large, muscular, working dog with a
proud head carriage.
The only mention about temperament in the AKC standard is «The dog's high
head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self - importance.»
The dog's high
head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self importance.
Dogs should not appear «strung up» in the ring with a high
head carriage.
The dog's high
head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self - importance.
The Yorkie has a high
head carriage and small, V - shaped, erect ears.
Start at
the head carriage and neck and work your way down; height of the dog, length of back, and tail lenght and set.
«The dog's high
head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self - importance,» according to the AKC.