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Cardigan Commentary International
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Kathleen Carter
The ideal length to height ratio is described in the AKC standard as 1.8:1, which means the body length from the foremost point of the prosternum to the rear of the ischial tuberosity should be 1.8 times as long as the height at the withers.
One method for identifying this ratio has been described as looking for the impression that the dog is twice as long with the coat included, as it is tall at the withers.
Below are a set of outlines of various cardigans of both genders, arranged in no particular order. Click on each image to see a larger version.
Test your own ability to judge correct height to length ratio by looking at each image, then write down your best choices. Next, scroll to the bottom for a link to see the follow up notes.
These images are meant to simulate a judge's experience of the first impression of outline and ratio before the hands-on examination.
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