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Jack Russell Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 9-15 In. Weight: 10-18 Lbs. Coat: Rough And Wiry, Or Smooth
Color: Mostly White (At Least 51%) With Black, Brown, Red, Or Tricolor Markings; Brindle Not Allowed
Standard: Head: Skull is flat, with moderate width at ears. Eyes: Dark in color and deep set. Ears: V-shaped and dropped.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular,
and of good length. Topline: Level. Chest: Shallow and narrow. Body: Compact, and well balanced. Legs: Straight, with slight
bend in stifles. Feet: Round, cat like. Tail: Docked. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless,
loyal, and willing to please.
Jamthund Group: Northern
Other Names: Swedish Elkhound Height : 23-25 In. Weight: 66 Lbs.
Coat: Short To Medium Length, Thick, Hard, Coarse, Stand-Off, And Double; Soft, Wooly Undercoat
Color: All Shades Of Gray
Standard: Head: Long with broad skull. Eyes: Small, and dark in color. Ears: Erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a
point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep. Body:
Rectangular, muscular. Legs: Long, thick boned. Feet: Hard and close, hare like. Tail: Curled over back in loose curl. Movement:
Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Japanese Chin Group: Herding
Other Names: Japanese Spaniel Height : 9 In. Or Less Weight: Under/Over 7 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Straight, Soft, And Silky; Abundant Thick Feathering
Color: Black And White Or Red And White.
Standard: Head: Large, with rounded skull, very pronounced stop and short muzzle. Eyes: Round, set wide apart and dark
in color. Ears: Set high, small in size, v-shaped and carried hanging close to side of head. Muzzle: Short, broad and deep.
Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Even, not showing teeth. Neck: Medium length and carried upright. Topline:
Level. Chest: Deep and oval shaped. Body: Back is straight and short. Legs: Forelegs are straight and feathered well, with
hind legs having stifles and hocks slightly bent. Feet: Hare-like and long, with toes close together and well feathered. Tail:
Plumed and carried over back. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family
pet.
*There are two weight classes of the Japanese Chin: under 7 pounds and over 7
Japanese Spitz Group: Northern
Height : 10-16 In. Weight: 13-22 Lbs. Coat: Long, Thick, And Stand-Off Color: White
Standard: Head: Medium sized, moderately broad, skull is slightly rounded. Eyes: Dark in color and oval shaped. Ears:
Small, set high, prick. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Moderate length, well arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with . Body: Medium size, square. Legs:
Forelegs straight. Hind legs well muscled. Feet: Small, round, cat-like, with arched toes. Tail: Curls over back. Movement:
Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Japanese Terrier Group: Terrier
Other Names: Nippon Terrier, Nihon Terrier Height : 12-13 In. Weight: 10-14 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Tricolor, With White Predominating
Standard: Head: Wedge-shaped, flat, and narrow. Eyes: Small and dark in color. Ears: V-shaped, small, and drop forward
close to cheek. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Muscular and medium length. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and oval-shaped, with ribs rounded. Body: Back is short, firm
and straight, with loins strong and slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are perfectly straight, with hind legs muscular and having
hocks well let down. Feet: Round and compact. Tail: Set high and docked. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament:
Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Jindo Group: Northern
Height : 16-23 In. Weight: 35-40 Lbs. Coat: Dense And Soft
Color: White, Fawn, Grey, Brindle, Black/Tan
Standard: Head: Squared head with clear set nose. Eyes: Almond-shaped in triangular settings. Yellowish brown with clear
pupils. Ears: Small, triangular and erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Short, thick, and muscular. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, lean, with hind legs well-muscled and moderately bent at Stifle.
Feet: Cat-like, well knuckeled with thick pads. Tail: Curled over on its back or straight. Movement: Strides taken in moderate
length. Quick, light and elastic trot. Temperament: Friendly, courteous,energetic and very loyal to master.
Jura Neiderlaufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Small Jura Hound Height : 13-16 In. Weight: 30-43 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Hard, Thick; Or Short Wire
Color: Tan With Black Saddle, Or Black With Tan Points
Standard: Head: Heavy, broad, well domed skull. Eyes: Eyelids not close fitting. Ears: Large, very long. Muzzle: Medium
size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Without
dewlap. Topline: Level. Chest: Slender, reaching to level of elbows. Body: Proportionate. Legs: Strong, well boned. Feet:
Short, toes close together. Tail: Medium length. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
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Kai Dog Group: Northern
Other Names: Tora (Tiger) Dog Height : 18-23 In. Weight: 40-60 Lbs. Coat: Short, Coarse, And Straight; Thick Undercoat|
Color: Brindle, Red Brindle, Or Black Brindle
Standard: Head: Wedge shaped, pronounced cheeks. Eyes: Dark, deep set, and slanted upward. Ears: Small, erect, triangular,
leaning forward slightly. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Medium length, and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Sturdy
and compact, muscular and powerful. Legs: Forelegs straight. Hind legs well muscled. Feet: Small, round, and cat-like. Tail:
Curled and feathered. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Kangal Dog Group: Flock Guard
Other Names: Karabash Height : 28-34 In. Weight: 70-152 Lbs. Coat: Short And Smooth
Color: Chamois, Dun, Or Grayish Dun; With Black Mask; White Chest Blaze And Feet Are Characteristic; Never White
Standard: Head: Large, broad between ears and tapering towards muzzle. Eyes: Small, set wide and deep, golden to brown
in color. Ears: Medium size, triangular in shape, and round at tip. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and
self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length, powerful and slightly arched. Chest: Deep and
broad, with ribs well sprung. Body: Back is straight and strong, with loins powerful and well muscled. Legs: Forelegs are
strong and straight. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Compact, with arched toes and thick pads.
Tail: Long. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Kangaroo Dog Group: Southern
Other Names: Australian Greyhound, Kangaroo Hound Height : 17 1/2–30 In. Weight: 65-70 Lbs. Coat: Smooth And
Fine; Sometimes Coarser On The Body
Color: All Colors Permitted; Black Is Not Desirable
Standard: Head: Narrow and lengthy. Eyes: Large, dark. Ears: Small, rose shaped. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point.
Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long, well muscled. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep,
broad. Body: Powerful. Legs: Forelegs are straight. Thighs are strongly muscled. Feet: Compact, thick pads. Tail: Long, thin.
Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
*The Kangaroo Dog is a rare breed. He looks very much like the English Greyhound.
Karelian Bear Dog Group: Northern
Other Names: Karelsk Bjornhund, Karjalankarhukoira, Karelischer Barenhund Height : 19-24 In. Weight: 44-49 Lbs. Coat:
Short, Straight, Harsh, And Stand-Off; With Soft Undercoat Color: Black With White Chest, Throat, Blaze, Feet, And Tail Tip
Standard: Head: Wedge shaped. Eyes: Small, brown in color. Ears: Slightly pointed outward. Muzzle: Medium and tapering
to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular, medium size. Topline:
Level. Chest: Ample. Body: Well boned, moderate size. Legs: Muscular. Feet: Round. Tail: May be born with a bobtail. Movement:
Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*The Karelian Bear Dog is used in Russia for hunting squirrel, fowl, mink, bear, moose, and wolf. In Finland, he is mainly
used for hunting elk.
Karelo-Finnish Laika Group: Northern Dog
Other Names: Finlandskaja, Karelskaja Height : 15-19 In. Weight: 25-35 Lbs.
Coat: Fairly Short, Thick, And Stand-Off Color: Various Shades Of Fawn
Standard: Head: Skull is not broad between ears. Eyes: Circular. Ears: Triangular, carried erect. Muzzle: Medium size
and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Appears thick.
Topline: Level. Chest: Oval, deep. Body: Medium sized, square. Legs: Powerful. Feet: Strong, compact. Tail: Bushy. Movement:
Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Keeshond Group: Northern
Other Names: Wolfspitz, Chien Loup Height : 17-19 In. Weight: 55-68 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Thick, Stiff, Stand-Off, And Double; Abundant Undercoat Color: Wolf Gray
Standard: Head: Well proportioned to body, wedge shaped. Eyes: Medium size, oblique, dark brown or black in color. Ears:
Small, triangular, erect, set high on head. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long. Topline: Sloping slightly. Chest: Deep and strong. Body:
Square, compact. Legs: Straight, good bone. Feet: Compact, well rounded, cat like, arched toes. Tail: Set high, moderately
long, tightly curled over back. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
Kerry Beagle Group: Hound
Height : 22-24 In. Weight: 55-70 Lbs. Coat: Hard, Smooth, And Close
Color: Black, Tan, White; Black And Tan; White And Tan; Or Blue Mottled And Tan
Standard: Head: Moderately long with broad skull. Eyes: Deeply set. Ears: Thin, long. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned
to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, medium length, arched. Topline:
Level. Chest: Deep. Body: Similar to bloodhound, but less massive. Legs: Forelegs are straight and strongly boned. Thighs
are muscular. Feet: Round, well arched toes. Tail: Long, carried gaily. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Kerry Blue Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 17 1/2–19 In. Weight: 33-38 Lbs.
Coat: Soft, Silky, Thick, And Wavy Color: All Shades Of Blue, From Silver To Steel
Standard: Head: Long, skull is flat. Eyes: Small and dark, not prominent. Ears: Small, v-shaped, carried close to cheeks.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Clean,
moderately long. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, moderate breadth. Body: Well developed and muscular. Legs: Moderately long,
well boned, muscular. Feet: Compact, round, moderately small. Tail: Set high, moderate length, carried erect. Movement: Quick,
yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
*The Kerry Blue Terrier has a soft wavy coat which is distinct among the terriers. The puppies are born black but continue
to change colors until their coat is grayish-blue (at about 18 months).
Khala Group: Hounds
Other Names: The Latin American Hairless Dog Height : 14-20 In. Weight: 15-30 Lbs.
Coat: Totally Hairless, Hairless Except For Well-Defined, But Short (Not More Than 2 Inches) Mohawk With Slight Feathering
On Legs Or Tail. Color: Skin Is Usually Dark Grey. Hair Is White Or Yellowish Standard: Head: Pear Shaped, long and wide
between ears. Eyes: Large, oval and dark colored. Ears: Large, thin and tapering to a rounded point. Nose: Black. Scissor:
Neck: Firm, clean and muscular. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Topline: Level with slight rise over loin. Body: Long and
strong. Legs: Forelegs straight and well boned. Hind legs slightly angulated. Feet: Hare-footed, well defined toes, and heavy/long
claws. Tail: Long, normally carried down. Temperament: Lovign, protective, and docile with family. Aloof with strangers. There
are two types of Khala: Khala Medio and Khala Grande.
Kishu Group Northern
Other Names: Kyushu Height : 17-22 In. Weight: 40-60 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Straight And Coarse, Soft; With Thick Undercoat; Fringe On Cheeks And Tail
Color: Generally White; May Also Be Red, Brindle, Or Sesame
Standard: Head: Wedge shaped, pronounced cheeks. Eyes: Dark, deep set, and slanted upward. Ears: Small, erect, triangular,
leaning forward slightly. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Medium length, and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Sturdy
and compact, muscular and powerful. Legs: Forelegs straight. Hind legs well muscled. Feet: Small, round, and cat-like. Tail:
Curled and feathered. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Komondor Group: Flock Guard
Height : 25 1/2 In. Or More Weight: 75-155 Lbs. Coat: Long (8-11 Inches) And Corded Color: White Standard: Head: Skull
is somewhat arched. Eyes: Medium sized, almond shaped, dark in color. Ears: Medium set, v-shaped, hanging. Muzzle: Wide and
well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular, moderately arched. Topline:
Level. Chest: Powerful and deep. Body: Large, muscular, and heavy boned. Legs: Straight, well boned, and muscular. Feet: Strong,
large, close, well arched toes. Tail: Long and natural. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective
and aloof with strangers.
Kooikerhondje Group: Retriever
Other Names: Kooiker Dog Height : 14-16 In. Weight: 20-25 Lbs.
Coat: Medium-Long, Slight Wave, And Fringed Color: Red And White
Standard: Head: Skull is broad. Eyes: Medium sized, oval. Ears: Small, set fairly high. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to
a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short, strong, round. Topline: Level.
Chest: Broad. Body: Slightly rectangular. Legs: Powerful, well set. Feet: Compact. Tail: Long, carried high. Movement: Good
reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Krasky Ovcar Other Names: Karst Sheepdog, Istrian Sheepdog Height : 22-24 In. Group: Flock Guard Weight: 55-88 Lbs.
Coat: Medium, Thick, And Harsh; Abundant Undercoat Color: Iron Gray With Shadings Standard: Head: Large and heavy. Eyes:
Almond shaped, dark brown or chestnut in color. Ears: Small, high set, often folded. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned
to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long and thick. Topline:
Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Hardy and muscular. Legs: Short. Feet: Round, catlike. Tail: Thick.
Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Kromfohrlander Height : 15-18 In. Group: Terrier Weight: 26 Lbs. Coat: Two Types: Rough Wire Or Medium-Long And Straight
Color: White With Chestnut Or Tan Markings Standard: Head: Long and wedge shaped. Eyes: Dark in color and oval shaped.
Ears: Button or rose style, set high, lie against head. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Medium breadth,
descending to elbows. Body: Rectangular. Legs: Straight. Feet: Short, round, compact. Tail: Carried in loose curl over back.
Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Kuvasz Group: Flock Guard
Height : 26 In., Minimum Weight: 110 Lbs., Maximum
Coat: Medium-Long (Up To 6 Inches) And Wavy; Shorter On Head And Feet Color: White Or Ivory
Standard: Head: Broad skull, elongated but not pointed. Eyes: Dark, almond shaped, set well apart. Ears: V-shaped, tip
is rounded. dropped, slant forward. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular, medium length. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, long well sprung ribs. Body:
Medium to large size, deep, good bone. Legs: Medium boned, well muscled. Feet: Round, cat feet, well padded. Tail: Carried
low, natural length. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Kyi-Leo Group: Herding
Height : 8-12 In. Weight: 9-14 Lbs. Coat: Long And Thick; Can Be Straight Or Slightly Wavy
Color: Generally Black And White Parti Color; Also Gold And White And Self Colors
Standard: Head: Medium size, with medium length muzzle. Eyes: Medium to dark brown in color, large. Ears: Drop ears. Nose:
Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest:
Body: Small, solid, well boned, good muscle tone. Legs: Strong. Feet: Round, hair between toes. Tail: Curled over back when
alert, well feathered. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family pet.
*The Kyi Leo was developed by crossing the Maltese with the Lhasa Apso and is becoming very popular. They are playful,
people-oriented, and known for their agility and cat-like quietness.
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Labrador Retriever Group: Retriever
Height : 21 1/2-24 In. Weight: 55-75 Lbs. Coat: Fairly Short, Hard, Thick, And Not Wavy; Thick And Water Resistant Undercoat
Color: Black, Yellow, Liver, Or Chocolate
Standard: Head: Skull is wide. Eyes: Medium size; brown, yellow, or black in color. Ears: Hang close to head. Muzzle:
Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length,
powerful. Topline: Level. Chest: Good width and depth. Body: Strong, deep and wide. Legs: Straight, medium length, good bone
and muscle. Feet: Compact, toes well arched. Tail: Fairly short and rounded, thick at base, tapering towards tip, should not
curl over back. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Lakeland Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 13-14 1/2 In. Weight: 15-17 Lbs. Coat: Thick, Hard, And Wiry Color: Black, Black And Tan, Blue, Blue And Tan,
Liver, Red, Red Grizzle, Grizzle And Tan, Or Wheaten
Standard: Head: Rectangular, skull is flat on top and moderately broad. Eyes: Oval, moderately small, dark or hazel in
color, set fairly wide apart. Ears: Small, v-shaped, hang close to cheeks. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head.
Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Good length, strong. Topline: Level. Chest:
Deep, moderately narrow. Body: Square and compact. Legs: Strongly boned, clean, straight. Feet: Small, round, compact toes.
Tail: Set high, docked. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Lancashire Heeler Group: Herding
Other Names: Ormskirk Terrier, Ormskirk Heeler Height : 10-12 1/2 In. Weight: 6-12 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Black And Tan
Standard: Head: Proportionate to body, skull is flat and wide between ears. Eyes: Medium to large, widely set. Ears: Pricked
or semi-erect. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Moderately long and muscular. Topline: Level. Chest: Moderately broad, prominent breast bone. Body: Fairly
long in proportion to height and strong. Legs: Forelegs have slight bow. Hind legs are well muscled and strong. Feet: Small
and compact, with arched toes. Tail: Fox like. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited,
yet very lovable.
Landseer Group: Mastiff
Height : 26-31 1/2 In. Weight: 132-156 Lbs.
Coat: Moderate Length, Thick, Soft, And Fine; Shorter On Head And Front Of Legs
Color: White With Black Markings On The Chest And Back; Black Head With White Blaze
Standard: Head: Broad and massive. Eyes: Dark brown in color. Ears: Lie flat against side of head. Muzzle: Medium and
tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong. Topline: Level.
Chest: Fairly broad. Body: Rectangular, muscular, well ribbed. Legs: Well muscled and well boned. Feet: Webbed. Tail: Long,
hanging. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Lapinporokoira Group: Herding
Other Names: Lapland Reindeer Dog, Lapponian Herder, Lapponian Height : 17-22 In. Weight: 66 Lbs. Or Less Coat: Medium
Length, Thick, Coarse, And Stiff; Thick Soft Undercoat
Color: Black Or Black And Tan; White Markings Are Allowed On Throat, Chest And Paws
Standard: Head: Somewhat pointed. Eyes: Large, dark. Ears: Wide and erect. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to
head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Lean, strong. Topline: Level. Chest: Fairly
long and oval. Body: Medium size. Legs: Straight and strong, muscular thighs. Feet: Long rather than round. Tail: Long, rolled
up. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable
Latvian Hound Group: Hound
Height : 16-19 In. Weight: 35-45 Lbs. Coat: Short And Thick Color: Black And Tan
Standard: Head: Clean, with a somewhat rounded skull. Eyes: Dark brown in color and set somewhat obliquely. Ears: Set
low, long, folded, and carried hanging close to head. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short, round and well muscled. Topline: Level. Chest: Broad and deep, with
rounded ribs. Body: Back is straight, muscular and broad, with croup falling away slightly. Legs: Forelegs are straight and
well muscled. Hind legs are straight, with hocks slightly bent. Feet: Oval in shape and strong, with close, arched toes. Tail:
Straight or sabre shaped and reaching to the hocks. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
Leonberger Group: Mastiff
Height : 25 1/2 - 31 In. Weight: 80 Lbs. Or More Coat: Medium-Long, Thick, And Rough; Shorter On Face And Front Of Legs
Color: Golden Yellow, Light Yellow, Reddish-Brown, Silver-Gray, Or Sand; With Or Without Black Mask; White Not Permitted.
Standard: Head: Medium size. Eyes: Medium sized, chestnut in color. Ears: Round, wide. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered.
Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long, well arched and muscled. Chest:
Deep. Body: Large, muscular. Legs: Muscular, good bone. Feet: Webbed. Tail: Carried partially raised, bushy. Movement: Good
reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
*The Leonberger was developed in the 1840’s by crossing a Landseer Newfoundland with a St. Bernard, then backcrossing
to a Great Pyrenees.
Leopard Cur Group: Hound
Other Names: Leopard Tree Dog Height : 21-26 In. Weight: 45-72 Lbs. Coat: Smooth And Thick Color: Leopard Spotted (Merle)
Or Black And Tan; Occasional Brindle, Yellow, Or Blue (Mouse Color); May Have White Points
Standard: Head: Full and strong, but hot heavy. Eyes: Deep set and dark in color. Ears: Set low and hang close to cheeks.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long,
lean and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, broad and let well down. Body: Back is straight, muscular and level.
Legs: Forelegs are straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular and parallel, with stifles bent moderately. Feet: Round and
cat like. Tail: Does not curve over back, tapers to a point. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament:
Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
*The Leopard Cur is believed to be the foundation head of the cur breeds.
Levesque Group: Hound
Height : 26-28 In. Weight: 55-66 Lbs. Coat: Short, Thick, And Smooth Color: Tricolor; Black Appears As A Large Blanket;
White Is Clear With No Ticking; Tan Is Mainly On The Head.
Standard: Head: Long, rather large. Eyes: Set deep, brown in color. Ears: Large, lie close to head. Muzzle: Medium and
tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short, strong. Topline:
Level. Chest: Broad, well let down. Body: Slender, muscular. Legs: Muscular. Feet: Round, well arched toes. Tail: Long, curved.
Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Lhasa Apso Group: Herding
Other Names: Tibetan Apso Height : 9-11 In. Weight: 13-15 Lbs. Coat: Heavy, Hard, Thick, And Straight Color: Sand, Honey,
Black, Brown, Smoke, Slate, Grizzle, White, Or Particolor
Standard: Head: Narrow, moderately sized. Eyes: Medium-sizes, oval, dark brown. Ears: Small and hanging close to head.
Muzzle: Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, well
arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Well ribbed up. Body: Longer than height. Legs: Muscular. Feet: Round with firm pads. Tail:
High set, carried in curve over back. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good
family pet.
*The Lhasa Apso are known for their longevity. Many live to be 18 years or older, and the oldest on record lived to be
29 years old.
Lithuanian Hound Group: Hound
Height : 21-24 1/2 In. Weight: 60-75 Lbs. Coat: Short And Glossy Color: Black With Dapples Standard: Head: Moderately
large, and broad between ears. Eyes: Brown in color and medium size. Ears: Moderate length, rounded tips, hang close to cheeks.
Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Moderately long, very strong, no dewlap. Topline: Level. Chest: Long, deep, and broad. Body: Medium sized. Legs: Forelegs
perpendicular. Thighs muscular, hocks straight and strong. Feet: Strong and round, with compact toes. Tail: Long, gradually
tapering. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Longhaired Whippet Group: Southern
Height : 17-22 In Weight: 12-28 Lbs Coat: Long Coat Color: Any Color
Standard: Head: Long and lean, wide between ears. Good length of muzzle. Nose is black. Eyes: Large and dark with an intelligent
expression. Both eyes must be same color. Ears: Small and fine, folded back against the head. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Long, muscular, and well-arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep. Body: Moderate size hound with body giving appearance of elegance
and fitness. Legs: Forelegs are straight and give the appearance of strength. The hindquarters are long and powerful with
the thighs being broad and muscular. Feet: Well formed with hard, thick pads and strong nails. Tail: Long and tapering. Carried
low. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Lowchen Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Little Lion Dog, Petit Chien Lion Height : 8-13 In. Weight: 8-18 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Silky And Wavy Color: All Colors And Color Combinations
Standard: Head: Short, fairly broad skull, flat between ears. Eyes: Dark, large, round. Ears: Long, well fringed, level
with eye, close hanging. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Good length, arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Ribs well sprung. Body: Strong, short, well proportioned.
Legs: Forelegs straight and fine boned, hind legs muscular. Feet: Small and round. Tail: Medium length. Movement: Swift and
very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Lundehund Group: Northern
Other Names: Norwegian Puffin Dog Height : 12-14 1/2 In. Weight: 13-15 Lbs Coat: Short To Medium Length, Stiff, And
Stand-Off Color: Brown With Black Tipping And White Markings
Standard: Head: Small, wedge shaped skull. Eyes: Pale, darker brown ring around them. Ears: Large, closeable, pointed.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Double
jointed. Topline: Level. Chest: Narrow. Body: Rectangular. Legs: Short upper arm. Feet: Have at least six multiple-jointed
toes each. Tail: Curled loosely over back. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited,
yet very lovable.
Luzerner Laufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Lucernese Hound Height : 16-23 In. Weight: 36-44 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Hard, And Thick Color: Tricolor; With Heavy Ticking In The White
Standard: Head: Lean, with a domed skull. Eyes: Small and dark in color. Ears: Conical, very long. Muzzle: Medium and
tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long, powerful, without
much dewlap. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, not too broad. Body: Elongated. Legs: Forelegs are straight. Hind legs are bent
at hocks, muscular. Feet: Round, strong nails, tough pads. Tail: Carried horizontal or slightly curved. Movement: Good reach,
with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Luzerner Neiderlaufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Small Lucernese Hound Height : 13-16 In. Weight: 30-45 Lbs. Coat: Short, Hard, And Thick. Color: Tricolor;
With Heavy Ticking In The White Creating A Blue Effect.
Standard: Head: Medium size, slightly arched skull. Eyes: Large, dark. Ears: Long. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned
to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Gracefully carried, without dewlap.
Topline: Level. Chest: Slender. Body: Back short, belly slightly drawn up. Legs: Forelegs are straight, hind legs are set
to the rear. Feet: Short, toes closed together. Tail: Medium length, carried low, but raised when working. Movement: Good
reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
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