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Hock (Metatarsus): Good length and breadth, vertical when seen from side. Hind feet: Oval; tight, moderately arched toes. Strong nails with dark pigmentation. Firm, well cushioned pads. Thick hair between pads. GAIT : Ground covering and harmonious with plenty of drive and good forward stride. Firm back while on the move and of good balance; fore and hindquarters moving straight, moving closer at increased speed. Preferred speed: Trot.
SKIN : Tight, pigmented.
COAT Hair: All over the body thick undercoat and medium long, straight, loosely lying guard hair ; short coat on muzzle, face, ears and front of the limbs; the tail, the back of front legs (feathers) and hind legs (breeches) are covered with longer guard hair on neck only moderately longer than on body, not forming a mane.
Colour: All colours and colour combinations are permitted with the exception of pure white, piebald .
SIZE AND WEIGHT : Height at withers: Males:
52-60 cm, 48-56 cm.
Females:
Weight: Males: Females:
22-30 kg , 18-26 kg.
The balance of the proportions is most important but the ideals to aim for are medium height and weight.
Height & weight: Males:
56 cm/26 kg, 52 cm/22 kg.
Females:
FCI-St. N° 291/ 17.02.2020
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