red, white, fawn, fallow, or any combination of the foregoing. Patterns and markings may include brindle, piebald, ticking, black masks, black tipping, and a minimal amount of solid black in piebalds. All other colors or markings are a disqualification. The merle pattern is a disqualification. Gait : The style and carriage are peculiar, his gait being a loose-jointed, shuffling, sidewise motion, giving the characteristic "roll." The action must, however, be unrestrained, free and vigorous. Temperament: The disposition should be equable and kind, resolute and courageous (not vicious or aggressive), and demeanor should be pacific and dignified. These attributes should be countenanced by the expression and behavior. Scale of Points General Properties Proportion and symmetry 5 Attitude 3 Expression 2 Gait 3 Size 3 Coat 2 Color of coat 4 22 Head Skull 5 Cheeks 2 Stop 4 Eyes and eyelids 3 Ears 5 Wrinkle 5 Nose 6 Chops 2 Jaws 5 Teeth 2 39 Body, Legs, etc. Neck 3 Dewlap 2 Shoulders 5 Chest 3 Ribs 3 Brisket 2
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