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Breed Characteristics

Head: Medium length with a slightly dished nose. The ears should be well set apart, dropping forward to the nose.

Body: The shoulders should be fine but not raised. A long level back with well sprung ribs and a broad loin are desirable. Deep sides, with a thick, full belly and flank from the ribs to hams are standard.

Hams: Large and well filled to the hocks.

Legs: Straight and strong.

Skin and Coat: Skin should not show coarseness or wrinkles. The hair should be silky and straight.

Teats: There should be at least fourteen well placed teats.

Objections: Heavy jowl, short elevated ears, a mane of bristles, crooked legs, and serious wrinkles.


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