Ideally, Males - 19" to 22" ; Females - 18" to 21"

Many colors, with various combinations of patterns and markings. The most common color is black, with or without the traditional white blaze, collar, stockings and tail tip, with or without tan points. A variety of primary body colors is permissible - except all white. Solid color, bi-color, tri-color, merle and sable dogs are judged equally with dogs having traditional markings.

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