The muzzle should be moderate in length

The muzzle should be moderate in length

The muzzle should be moderate in length

Head. Foxy in type; skull should not be round, but broad, and with little "stop." The muzzle should be moderate in length; fine, but not weak; should be well filled out under the eyes. Nose. Black and small. Eyes. Dark brown, small, more oval than round, and not full; bright and full of expression. Ears. Shape: Of moderate length, not too broad at the base, tapering to a point. Carriage: Stiffly erect, and, when in that position, the inside edge to form as near as possible a right angle with the skull, and strong enough not to be bent otherwise than lengthways. Teeth. Strong and level. Neck. Strong and full, rather short, set broad on the shoulders, and slightly arched. Shoulders. Muscular and sloping. Chest. Broad and deep in brisket. Back. Short, straight, and strong. Loins. Powerful, well drawn up from the brisket. Forelegs. Perfectly straight, well under the body, with bone in proportion to the body. Hindlegs. Strong, muscular; hocks well let down. Feet. Small, catlike, and standing well on the toes. Nails. Black. Hindquarters. Fine compared to the foreparts; muscular and well-developed thighs; tailless; rump well rounded. Coat. Black, abundant, dense, and harsh, smooth on the head, ears, and legs; lying close on the back and sides, but erect and thick round the neck, forming a mane and frill, and well feathered on back of thighs. Weight. About 12 lbs. General Appearance. A small, cobby animal, with sharp expression, intensely lively, presenting the appearance of being always on the alert. Disqualifying Points. Drop or semi-erect ears. Faults. White hairs are objected to, but are not disqualifying.