Faults (AKC)
| DISQUALIFICATIONS |
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| Males under 23 inches in height. |
| Females under 21 inches in height. |
| Males over 26 ½ inches in height. |
| Females over 24 ½ inches in height. |
| Undershort bite with complete loss of contacts by all the incisors. |
| Cropped or stumped tail. |
| Solid black, solid liver or any area of white except as specified on the chest, tips of the toes, chin and muzzle. |
| FAULTS | DEGREE |
|---|---|
| Missing Teeth | Minor |
| 4 or more missing teeth | Serious |
| Wavy or curly hair | Minor |
| Predominate color that is pale, washed out, cream or gray | Minor |
| Blackening in patches is a fault. | Minor |
| Absence of blackening (i.e. black overlay) in mature male dogs | Serious |
| A face with a complete absence of black (masking) | Serious |
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- Padding, hackneying, weaving, crabbing and similar movement faults are to be penalized according to the degree with which they interfere with the ability of the dog to work.
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- In his relationship with humans he is observant and vigilant with strangers, but not apprehensive. He does not show fear or shyness. He does not show viciousness by unwarranted or unprovoked attack. He must be approachable, standing his ground and showing confidence to meet overtures without himself making them. With those he knows well, he is most affectionate and friendly, zealous for their attention and very possessive.
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