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1-Balkan Hound Group: Hound
Other Names: Balkanski Gonic. Height: 18-21 In. Weight: 42-46 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Flat, And Thick Color: Black & Tan With Broad Black Saddle
Standard: Head: Long head, wide forehead and muzzle tapering to the nose. Eyes: Large and dark, with tight lids. Ears:
Flat, round and hanging. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and broadening
towards the
chest. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad and descending to the level of the elbows, with well sprung ribs. Body: Back is long
and straight,with slight slope at the croup. Legs: Well set, angulated, muscular and strong. Feet: Round with strong nails.
Tail: Medium length, not longer than the hocks. Carried straight or with a slight upward curve.
Movement: Good reach, with well-balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement
2-Banjara Greyhound Group: Hound
Height : 27-29 In. Weight: 50-65 Lbs. Coat: Rough But SilkyColor: Black, Mottled With Gray Or Blue.
Standard: Head: Long, narrow and held high. Eyes: Almond shaped and dark in color. Ears: Feathered generously and carried
flat on the head. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long,
strong, and arched. Chest: Good depth with spring in ribs. Body: Back appears level from shoulders to the loin. Legs: Forelegs
are strong and straight, with the hind legs having good stifle angulations. Feet: Sizable and feathered generously. Tail:
Generously feathered and slightly curved. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
3-Barbet Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Griffon D'Arret A Poil Laineux. Height: 18-22 In. Weight: 33-58 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Thick, Shiny And Tasseled. Color: Black, Fawn, Chestnut, And Gray; With Or Without White Markings.
Standard: Head: Round and short. Eyes: Round, dark brown and having thick and long eyebrows. Ears: Low set, long, flat
and covered with long, curly hair. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head.Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Short, thick and strong. Chest: Well developed, but nottoo deep, with well sprung ribs. Body: Level back
that appears slightly curved because of curly coat. Legs: Strongly boned and well covered with long hair. All quarters are
well angulated. Feet: Large and round. Tail: Set low and carried with an upward curve.
Movement: Good reach, with well-balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
4-Basenji Group: Southern
Other Names: Congo Dog Height : 16-18 In Weight: 21-25 Lbs.Coat: Short And Smooth
Color: Black, Black & Tan, And Red - All With White Markings.
Standard: Head: Wedge-shaped with pointed muzzle. Eyes: Almond-shaped and brown in color. Ears: Pointed and sitting well
forward on the top of head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long and arched.
Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Back is level and short, with strong loins. Legs: Forelegs are long and straight, with hind legs
muscular and strong. Hocks are well let down. Feet: Small, compact and narrow, with arched toes and strong pads. Tail: Set
high and curled tightly over the spine towards one side. White-tipped. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*The Basenji is an ancient breed dating back to the pharaohs. This breed has a keen nose which can scent at 80 yards,
& is known as the silent hunter.
5-Basset Artesian Normand Group: Hound
Other Names: Artesian Norman Basset. Height: 10-14 In. Weight: 31-35 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth. Color: Orange, Tan, And White (Tricolor), And Orange/White (Bicolor).
Standard: Head: Dome-shaped, narrow and strong. Eyes: Large and dark.
Ears: Very long, soft, cone shaped, and pointed at end. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black
and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Fairly long with slight dewlap. Top-line: Level. Chest:
Round, with sternum being clearly visible. Body: Firm back, and twice as long as it is high.
Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly bent. Feet: Large, with all
the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Strong at the root and tapering towards the end.
Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
6-Basset-Bleu De Gascogne Group: Hound
Other Names: Blue Gascony Basset Height : 12-15 In. Weight: 35-45 Lbs.Coat: Short And Smooth
Color: Tricolor; Body Mostly White; Tan Above Eyes, On Cheeks And Underside Of Ears; Black Head With Few Body Spots.
Standard: Head: Strong, with a well formed muzzle. Eyes: Large and dark. Ears: Very long, soft, cone shaped, and pointed
at end. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Fairly long with slight dewlap. Top-line: Level. Chest: Round, with sternum being clearly visible. Body: Firm
back, and twice as long as it is high. Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly
bent. Feet: Large, with all the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Strong at the root and tapering towards the end. Movement:
Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
7-Basset Fauve De Bretagne Group: Hound
Height : 12½-15 In. Weight: 20-40 Lbs.
Coat: Medium To Short Length; Hard, Thick, And Rough
Color: Solid, In Various Shades Of Fawn, Golden/Wheat,
And Red. A Small White Making On The Chest Is Permissible.
Standard: Head: Elongated, muzzle is narrow and strong.
Eyes: Large and dark. Ears: Medium length, soft, cone shaped,and pointed at end. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Round, with sternum being clearly visible
and ribs slightly barreled. Body: Firm back, and twice as long as it is high.
Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly bent. Feet: Large, with all
the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Strong at the root and tapering towards the end.
Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
8-Basset-Griffon Vendeen,Grand, Group: Hound
Other Names: Large Vendeen Basset Height : 15-17 In. Weight: 40-44 Lbs.
Coat: Hard And Rough, 1¼-2½ Inches.
Color: White Background With Various Shades Of Gray, Tawny, Orange, Or Black/Tan.
Standard: Head: Elongated muzzle with large mustache on it lips. Eyes: Dark, lively and large. Ears: Long and thin, in
the shape of an elongated oval. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and muscular.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Round, with sternum being clearly visible and ribs slightly barreled. Body: Firm back, and twice as
long as it is high. Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly bent. Feet:
Large, with all the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Carried with a slight curve. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing
gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
9-Basset Griffon Vendeen, Petit Group: Hound
Other Names: Small Vendeen Basset Height : 13-15 In. Weight: 25-37 Lbs.
Coat: Hard And Rough, 1¼-2½ Inches.
Color: White Background With Various Shades Of Gray, Tawny, Orange, Or Black/Tan.
Standard: Head: Elongated muzzle with large mustache on it lips. Eyes: Dark, lively and large. Ears: Long and thin, in
the shape ofan elongated oval. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and muscular.
Top-line: Level.
Chest: Round, with sternum being clearly visible and ribs slightly barreled. Body: Firm back, and twice as long as it
is high.
Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short and thick, with strong hocks that are only slightly bent. Feet: Large, with all
the toes resting on the ground. Tail: Carried with a slight curve. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.Temperament:
High-spirited, yet very lovable.
10-Basset Hound Group: Hound
Height : 14½ In. Or Less. Weight: 40-60 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth
Color: Black, White, And Tan (Tricolor), Or Lemon And White (Bicolor); But Any Hound Color Is Accepted.
Standard: Head: Large but, well proportioned with body. Eyes: Dark in color and appearing sad. Ears: Long enough to reach
well beyond the nose if pulled forward. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Very powerful, with pronounced dewlap. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and full, with
sternum showing clearly. Body: Long and smooth rib structure, with ribs being well-sprung. Legs: Forelegs are short and powerful,
with the hind legs having a well-let-down stifle. When viewed from the back, the hind legs appear to be parallel. Feet: Very
large with tough, heavy pads. Tail: Slightly curved. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
11-Bavarian Mountain Hound Group: Hound
Other Names: Bayrischer Gebirgsschweisshund, Bavarian Schweisshund
Height : 21 In. Or Less. Weight: 53-80 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Thick And Hard.
Color: Deep Red, Yellow-Ocher, Light Yellow To Pale Blond, Or Gray-Red. Muzzle, Ears, Back And Tail Are Often A Darker
Shade.
Standard: Head: Wide, but not too heavy. Skull slightly arched. Eyes: Dark or light brown and not too large. Ears: Heavy
and hanging close to the head. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to
coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Medium length, strong and slightly arched at the nape. Chest: Deep, but not too broad, with long back ribs.
Body: Back is strong, broad and of medium length. Abdomen is slightly drawn up. Legs: Forelegs are strongly boned, well
muscled and straight.Hind legs have well bent stifles and hocks. Feet: Spoon shaped, with toes close together and arched.
Tail: Reaching to the hocks, and covered with strong hair. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament:
Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
12-Beagle Group: Hound
Other Names: English Beagle Height : 13-15 In. Weight: 18-30 Lbs.
Coat: Medium Length, Thick And Hard. Color: Any Hound Color Allowed
Standard: Head: Fairly long and slightly domed. Eyes: Large and set well apart. Ears: Low set, long enough to reach the
tip of the nose when drawn forward. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and strong. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, but does not interfere
with movement of shoulders. Ribs well-sprung. Body: Short, muscular and strong back, with slightly arched loin. Legs: Forelegs
are straight, with hind legs having strong and well let-down stifles. Feet: Round and firm, with full and hard pad. Tail:
Set high and carried with a slight curve. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
13-Beagle Harrier Group: Hound
Height : 17-19 In. Weight: 42-46 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth. Color: Generally Tricolor With Lots Of Tan
Standard: Head: Broad with a narrow muzzle. Eyes: Small, dark and oval in shape. Ears: Set low, medium length, almost
flat, and V-shaped. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.Neck: Medium length and strong.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and
broad, but does not interfere with movement of shoulders.
Ribs well-sprung. Body: Short, muscular and strong back, with slightly arched loin. Legs: Forelegs are straight, with
hind legs having strong and well let-down stifles. Feet: Round and firm, with full and hard pad.
Tail: Set high and carried with a slight curve.
Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
14-Bearded Collie Group: Herding
Height : 20-23 In. Weight: 40-66 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Hard, Dense And Strong, With A Thick, Soft Undercoat.
Color: Black, Brown, Fawn, Blue; With Or Without Lighter Markings.
Standard: Head: Broad skull that is proportioned to the size of the dog. Eyes: Large, soft, affectionate looking and set
wide apart. Ears: Medium in size, covered with hair, hanging and set at level with the eyes. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to
a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, slightly arched, and in proportion
to the length of the body. Chest: Deep and reaching at least to the elbows, with well-sprung ribs. Body: Longer than it is
high, with level back that blends into the curved rump. Legs: Forelegs are straight and covered with shaggy hair all around.
Hind legs are powerful and muscular. Feet: Oval-shaped and well padded, with toes arched and close together. Tail: Set low
and long enough to reach the hocks. Carried with an upward swirl at tip. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
15-Bedlington Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 14-19½ In. Weight: 16-24 Lbs.
Coat: Combination Of Hard And Soft, Cottony Hair That Tends To Curl;
Crisp, Not Wiry. Color: Sandy, Sandy/Tan, Liver, Liver/Tan, Blue, Or Blue/Tan.
Standard: Head: Pear shaped, with long muzzle. Eyes: Small, almond-shaped and set deep. Ears: Set low on head, hanging,
and triangular-shaped, with rounded tips. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long
and tapering towards head, which is carried high. Chest: Flat-ribbed, deep and at level with the elbows. Body: Slightly longer
than it is high. Back is naturally arched. Legs: Forelegs are shorter than the hind legs, straight, and wider at shoulder
than feet. Feet: Hare like with thick, smooth pads. Tail: Set low, thick at root and tapering to a point. Movement: Quick,
yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please
16-Belgian Griffon Group: Terrier
Other Names: Griffon Belge Height : 7-9 In. Weight: 12 Lbs. Or Less.
Coat: Long And Hard, Abundant And Disheveled.
Color: Black, Black/Tan, Or Red/Black Grizzle.
Standard: Head: Round and well arched, with a broad skull. Eyes: Very large, round and black. Ears: Upright, docked
to a point. Muzzle: Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Undershot. Neck: Strong,
short and slender. Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Back is short and level. Legs: Forelegs are medium length and straight. Hind
legs show a slight bend at the hocks. Feet: Round, firm and short. Tail: Docked to 1/3 of original length. Movement: Swift
and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*There are two varieties of the Belgium Griffon. The smaller variety must not exceed 7 lbs. & the larger variety must
not exceed 12 pounds. This dog is also called by the name of Griffon Belge.
17-Belgian Mastiff Group: Mastiff
Other Names: Matin Belge, Chien De Trait
Height : 25-32 In. Weight: 90-115 Lbs. Coat: Short And Smooth. Color: Fawn, Brindle, May Have Dark Mask & Occasional
White Markings.
Standard: Head: Large, but not broad. Eyes: Set deep, and black or brown in color. Ears: Set at level with eye and of
medium length. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored accordingto coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Thick and strongly muscled.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Powerful back and loins, with croup falling away
slightly. Legs: Forelegs are set well apart and appear straight. Hind legs are parallel and well muscled, with hocks let well
down. Feet: Strong and compact, with arched toes and hard pads. Tail: Bobtail.
Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile.
Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
18-Belgian Sheepdog, Groenendael Group: Herding
Other Names: Belgian Sheepdog, Chien De Berger Belge
Height : 21½-26½ In. Weight: 60-64 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Straight And Abundant. Color: Black
Standard: Head: Strong and proportioned in size to the body. Eyes: Brown and slightly almond-shaped. Ears: Triangular
in shape, small and erect. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong and slightly elongated. Chest: Deep but not broad. Body: Back is straight, level and
firm. Legs: Forelegs are straight, strong and parallel to each other, with hind legs having only a small angle at stifles
and hocks. Feet: Round, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Strong at base and reaching the hock. Raised with a slight
curl when in action. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
19-Belgian Sheepdog-Laekenois Group: Herding
Other Names: Laekense, Laeken, Chien De Berger Belg
Height : 21½-26½ In. Weight: 60-64 Lbs. Coat: Long, Rough, Harsh, & Shaggy; Shorter On Muzzle And Around Eyes. Color:
Fawn To Mahogany, With Black Overlay. Standard: Head: Strong and proportioned in size to the body. Eyes: Brown and slightly
almond-shaped, with black rims. Ears: Small, set high on head and erect. Neck: Medium length and round. Chest: Deep but not
broad, reaching the level of elbows. Body: Back is straight, level and firm. Legs: Forelegs are straight, strong and parallel
to each other, with hind legs having only a small angle at stifles and hocks. Feet: Round, with arched toes and thick pads.
Tail: Strong at base and reaching the hock. Raised with a curve when in action. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing
gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
20-Belgian Sheepdog, Malinois Group: Herding
Other Names: Belgian Malinois, Chien De Berger Belge
Height : 21½-26½ In. Weight: 53-64 Lbs. Coat: Short And Dense Color: Fawn To Mahogany, With Black Overlay.
Standard: Head: Strong and proportioned in size to the body. Eyes: Brown and slightly almond-shaped. Ears: Triangular
in shape, tall and erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Strong, medium length and round. Chest: Deep but not broad, at level with elbows. Body: Back is straight,
level and firm. Legs: Forelegs are straight, strong and parallel to each other, with hind legs having only a small angle at
stifles and hocks. Feet: Round, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Strong at base and reaching the hock. Raised with a
slight curl when in action. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
21-Belgian Sheepdog-Tervuren Group: Herding
Other Names: Belgian Tervuren, Chien De Berger Belge
Height : 21½-26½ In. Weight: 60-64 Lbs. Coat: Medium-Long, Abundantly Thick Without Curl.
Color: Fawn To Mahogany, With Black Overlay.
Standard: Head: Strong and proportioned in size to the body. Eyes: Brown and slightly almond-shaped. Ears: Triangular
in shape, tall and erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Muscular, round, medium length and slightly arched. Chest: Deep but not broad, level with elbows. Body: Back
is straight, level and firm. Legs: Forelegs are straight, strong and parallel to each other, with hind legs having only a
small angle at stifles and hocks. Feet: Round, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Strong at base and reaching the hock.
Raised with a slight curl when in action. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet
very lovable.
22-Belgian Shorthaired Pointer Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Braque Belge Height : 23½-28 In. Weight: 52-61 Lbs. Coat: Short, Fine And Dense
Color: White, With Large Brown Patches; Heavy Ticking.
Standard: Head: Rather broad with a less defined stop. Eyes: Chestnut, dark yellow, or amber in color. Ears: Moderately
long, set at eye level, and slightly pleated. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Slightly arched and of medium length. Chest: Broad and reaching to the elbows,
with ribs not well sprung. Body: Back straight, broad, and rather long. Legs: Rather long and built less for speed and more
for power. Feet: Short and round. Tail: Usually docked. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited,
yet very lovable.
*The Belgian Shorthaired Pointer is a very rare breed (near extinction).
23-Benchlegged Feist Group: Terrier
Height : 10-22 In. Weight: 10-30 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Tricolor With Spots, Red And White, Red, Black, Black And Tan, Blue And White, Red Brindle,
And White.
Standard: Head: Medium length muzzle, with a slightly rounded skull. Eyes: Small and dark in color. Ears: Set well on
side of head, wedge shaped, and held erect or semi-erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and strong. Top-line: Level. Chest: Fairly deep and well ribbed.
Body: Back is straight and strong. Legs: Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular, with hocks slightly bent. Feet:
Small and compact, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Set high and carried erect. Movement: Swift and very agile, with
flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*The Feist traces his roots back to the Rat Terrier. American breeders are breeding three different varieties: the Mountain
Feist, the Bench-legged Feist, and the Pencil-tail Feist. For squirrel hunting, this dog is par excellent.
24-Bergamasco Group: Herding
Other Names: Bergamaschi, Bergamese Shepherd, Cane Da Pastore Bergamasco
Height : 21-25 In. Weight: 55-85 Lbs. Coat: Long And Abundant, Hanging In Cord.
Color: Shades Of Gray, Flecked With Black, Tan Or White.
Standard: Head: Large and broad between the ears. Eyes: Dark in color. Ears: Set high, small and carried erect. Muzzle:
Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length, strong and well arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad and at level with elbows, with well-sprung ribs. Body: Straight
back with short, muscular loin. Legs: Forelegs are straight and strong, with short pasterns. Hind legs have hocks that are
well bent and let down. Feet: Oval in shape and nails are black and well-curved. Tail: Set low, thick and narrowing towards
the tip. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
25-Berger De Beauce Group: Herding
Other Names: Beauceron, French Shorthaired Shepherd, Bas Rouge Height : 25-28 In. Weight: 66-85 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Close And Dense. Color: Black/Tan Or Harlequin
Standard: Head: Long and flat, with slightly arched skull. Eyes: Blackish brown in color. Ears: Set high, usually cropped
and carried erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Thick and muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Back straight, with broad and well arched loins.
Legs: Forelegs are straight and strong and hind legs are powerful, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Strong and round,
with black nails and hard pads. Tail: Slightly curved towards the end, and reaching the hocks. Movement: Good reach, with
well balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
26-Berger De Picard Group: Herding
Other Names: Picardy Shepherd Height : 21½-26 In. Weight: 50-72 Lbs.
Coat: Medium In Length, Rough, And Straight; Heavy Undercoat.
Color: All Shades Of Gray And Fawn; Gray/Blue And Gray/Fawn; White Only Allowed On Chest And Toes.
Standard: Head: Well proportioned, with a fairly broad and slightly arched skull. Eyes: Medium sized and dark in color.
Ears: Wide apart, set high on head and naturally erect. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, muscular and medium length. Chest: Deep, but not too broad, with
lightly sprung ribs. Body: Straight back with firm loins. Legs: Straight forelegs and muscular hind legs. Hind legs are noticeably
long with powerful stifles and hocks. Feet: Round and short, with dark nails and hard pads. Tail: Carried low and reaching
to the hocks. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
27-Berger De Pyrenees Group: Herding
Other Names: Pyrenean Shepherd, Petit Berger, Labrit
Height : 14-20 In. Weight: 17-33 Lbs.
Coat: Longhaired - Shaggy; Goathaired - Medium-Long.
Color: Fawn, Blue, Gray, Black Or Brindle; White Points Are Allowed But Not Preferred.
Standard: Head: Bear like, with flat skull. Eyes: Dark and well opened. Ears: Set high on head, well apart and cropped
short. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length and muscular.Chest: Let down between the forelegs, with a flat thorax. Body:Long back with arched loins. Legs: Forelegs
well feathered, with
hind legs being feathered in the longhair variety. Hocks let well down. Feet: Rather flat, with close toes and strong,
hard pads. Tail: Set low, naturally long or docked. Movement: Swift, but agile.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
28-Berger De Pyrenees, Sm. Muzzled Group: Herding
Other Names: Pyrenean Shepherd, Petit Berger, Labrit
Height : 14-20 In. Weight: 17-33 Lbs. Coat: Longhaired - Shaggy; Goathaired - Medium-Long. Color: Fawn, Blue, Gray,
Black Or Brindle; White Points Are Allowed But Not Preferred.
Standard: Head: Bear like, with flat skull. Eyes: Dark and well opened. Ears: Set high on head, well apart and cropped
short. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length and muscular. Chest: Let down between the forelegs, with a flat thorax. Body: Long back with arched loins. Legs: Forelegs
well feathered, with hind legs being feathered in the longhair variety. Hocks let well down. Feet: Rather flat, with close
toes and strong, hard pads. Tail: Set low, naturally long or docked. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
29-Berner Laufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Bernese Hound Height : 15½-23½ In. Weight: 31-45 Lbs. Coat: Short; Thick And Abundant
Color: Tricolor; White With Black Head And Body Spots; Tan Markings Above Eyes, On Cheeks, Under Ears And On Legs.
Standard: Head: Long, narrow and proportioned to the body. Eyes: Dark as possible, with a happy expression. Ears: Set
low towards the back of the head and very long. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Long and powerful, with not much dewlap. Chest: Deep, but nottoo broad. Ribs are not to be barrel-shaped.
Body: Back is long, straight and firm. Legs: Forelegs should be straight and strong,
with hind legs moderately bent at stifles and hocks. Feet: Round withthick pads and strong nails. Tail: Carried horizontally
and of medium length. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
30-Berner Neiderlaufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Bernese Hound
Height : 13-17 In. Weight: 30-42 Lbs. Coat: Short, Thick And HardColor: Tricolor; White With Black Head And Body Spots;
Tan Markings Above Eyes, On Cheeks, Under Ears And On Legs.
Standard: Head: Long, narrow and proportioned to the body. Eyes: Dark as possible, with a happy expression. Ears: Set
low towards the back of the head and very long. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Long and powerful, with not much dewlap. Chest: Deep, but not too broad. Ribs are not to be barrel-shaped.
Body: Back is long, straight and firm. Legs: Forelegs should be straight and strong, with hind legs moderately bent at stifles
and hocks. Feet: Round with thick pads and strong nails. Tail: Carried horizontally and of medium length. Movement: Swift
and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
31-Bernese Mountain Dog Group: Mastiff
Other Names: Berner Sennenhund, Bouvier Bernois
Height : 23-28 In. Weight: 84-90 Lbs.
Coat: Moderate Length; Thick, Straight Or Wavy
Color: Black With Patches Of Light Brown On Upper Legs And Above Eyes; White Chest Blaze Edged With Light Brown.
Standard: Head: Short and massive, with flat skull.
Eyes: Almond-shaped and dark brown. Ears: V-shaped, set high and hang flat against head when relaxed. Muzzle: Medium and
tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium in length, strong
and muscular.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Chest should not be barrel-shaped. Body: Broad and firm back, with
strong loins. Legs: Forelegs are straight and strong, with elbows under shoulder.Hind legs are strong and muscular, with stifles
bent and hocks appearing straight when viewed from the rear. Feet: Round with well arched toes. Tail: Bushy, and carried with
a slight upward curl when dog is active. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
32-Bichon Frise Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Bichon Tenerife, Tenerife Dog, Bichon A Poil Frise Height : 9-12 In. Weight: 7-13 Lbs.
Coat: Fine & Silky; 2¾” - 4” Long; Curled Outer Coat With Thick Undercoat.
Color: All White, Sometimes With Brown, Gray Or Apricot Markings.
Standard: Head: Skull is slightly rounded, with a moderate size muzzle that is not pointed. Eyes: Black or dark brown,
set high on the head and round. Ears: Covered with long hair and hanging against head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long, carried high and arched. Chest: Wide and well developed, with the forechest slightly
protruded. Body: Straight back with short muscular loins. Legs: Forelegs are straight and short, with hind legs having well-bent
hocks. Feet: Cat-like, tight and round, with black pads and short nails. Tail: Level with top-line and curved over back. Movement:
Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family pet.
33-Billy Group: Hound
Height : 24-28 In. Weight: 52-70 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth
Color: White With Orange Or Lemon Spots On Head And Body.
Standard: Head: Lean head with square muzzle. Eyes: Dark and well opened. Ears: Set high, medium length, flat and slightly
curled.Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and strong, with a slight
dewlap.Top-line: Level. Chest: Very deep and narrow, with flat ribs.Body: Broad and strong back, with broad loins. Legs: Forelegs
are strong and well set, with hind legs being heavier and parallel. Hocks are slightly bent. Feet: Round, with arched toes
and hard pads.Tail: Long and strong. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
34-Black And Tan Coonhound Group: Hound
Other Names: American Black And Tan Coonhound
Height : 23-27 In. Weight: 60-90 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Dense Color: Black With Tan Points
Standard: Head: Finely modeled, with rounded skull. Eyes: Almost round and dark brown in color. Ears: Set low and well
back on head, long and hanging with graceful folds. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Sloping, muscular and of medium length. Chest: Full and round, with well sprung ribs.
Reaches at least to the level of elbows. Body: Back is level and strong. Legs: Forelegs are straight, with strong pasterns.
Hind legs are well muscled, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Compact and strong, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail:
Strong and carried freely. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with
good movement.
35-Black Forrest Hound Group: Hound
Other Names: Slovensky Kopov, Slovakian Hound
Height : 17-22 In. Weight: 42-55 Lbs.
Coat: Hard, Wiry; ¾”-2” In Length. Color: Black & Tan
Standard: Head: Proportioned to the body, neither too narrow or too heavy. Eyes: Dark brown in color and deep set. Ears:
Rounded at the tips, hanging close to the cheeks. 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, without dewlap. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad.
Body: Back is long and straight, with muscular loins and croup. Legs: Forelegs are strong, clean and straight. Hind legs are
well muscled with hocks well bent. Feet: Strong, with well arched toes and hard pads. Tail: Moderately long in length and
carried horizontally. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good
movement
36-Black Mouth Cur Group: Hound
Other Names: Southern Cur, Yellow Black Mouth Cur
Height : 24½-29 In. Weight: 68-78 Lbs. Coat: Short Hair, Fine Or Coarse
Color: Reddish Golden-Yellow, Fawn Or Sandy Yellow, With Or Without Black Muzzle Or Mask; Some White On Toes, Chest, And
Tip Of Tail.
Standard: Head: Proportioned to the body, neither too narrow or too heavy. Eyes: Dark brown in color and deep set. Ears:
Rounded at the tips, hanging close to the cheeks. Neck: Moderately long and muscular, without dewlap. Chest: Broad. Body:
Back is long and straight, with muscular loins and croup. Legs: Forelegs are strong, clean and straight. Hind legs are well
muscled with hocks well bent. Feet: Strong, with well arched toes and hard pads. Tail: Moderately long in length and carried
horizontally. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
37-Black Russian Terrier Group: Terrier
Other Names: Chornyi, Terrier Noir Russe
Height: 24½-29 In. Weight: 68-78 Lbs. Coat: 2-4 Inches Long, Dense, Coarse & Bristly. Color: Salt & Pepper
Or Black.
Standard: Head: Otter-like with a short, sturdy muzzle. Eyes: Dark in color and of medium size. Ears: Small, V-shaped
and falling forward. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.Neck: Medium length, clean and
muscular. Chest: Deep and narrow, ribs
are not too sprung. Body: Back is strong and level, with a strong loin.Legs: Forelegs are straight and set at medium width.
Hind legs are muscular, with stifles that are well bent and hocks let down. Feet: Compact and small, with arched toes and
thick pads. Tail: Docked short. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements.
Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
38-Bloodhound Group: Hound
Other Names: St. Hubert Hound, Chien De St. Hubert
Height : 23-27 In. Weight: 70-115 Lbs. Coat: Short, Hard And ThickColor: Black & Tan, Red & Tan, Tawny, Small
Amount Of White On Feet, Chest & Tip Of Tail Allowed.
Standard: Head: Long and narrow, tapering from temple to muzzle. Eyes: Deep set and varying in color from deep hazel to
yellow. Ears: Set low on head, very long and falling in graceful folds. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Long and strong. Top-line: Level. Chest: Let well down between the forelegs, with well sprung ribs.
Body: Strong back and loins are slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are straight and heavy in bone, and hind legs are muscular,
with hocks well bent. Tail: Set high long and tapered. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
39-Blue Lacy Group: Herding
Other Names: United States
Height : 18-23 In. Weight: 40-53 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Gray, Tan, Yellow, Cream, Black, Black & Tan; Usually Solid
Standard: Head: Powerfully built with a strong muzzle.
Eyes: Any color or combination of color. Ears: Medium in length and hanging, with top of ear level with top of head. Muzzle:
Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor of level. Neck: Medium length
and strong. Chest: Deep and broad with well-sprung ribs. Depth of chest should reach below the elbow. Body: Back should be
well muscled, level and of medium length. Legs: Forelegs should be straight and set wide apart.The hind legs should have stifles
well angulated and hocks set low to ground. Feet: Strong and medium in length. Tail: reaching to the hocks.
Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement.
Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
40-Bluetick Coonhound Group: Hound
Height : 21-27 In. Weight: 45-85 Lbs. Coat: Short, Dense & Coarse.
Color: Tricolor, With Heavy Black Ticking In White Areas.
Standard: Head: Fairly long, with broad skull and flat forehead. Eyes: Large and set well apart. Ears: Wide, flat to
the head. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length, strong, carried erect, and arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and narrow, with well sprung ribs. Body: Moderately
long, muscular, and strong back. Legs: Forelegs should be straight. Hind legs should be strong and muscular with plenty of
propelling power. Feet: Fox-like, with hard, full pad. Tail: Carried horizontally. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced
movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
41-Boerboel Group: Mastiff
Other Names: The South African Boerboel
Height : 23-28 In. Weight: 110-200 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Brindle, Yellow (Lion), Grey, Redbrown, Brown, With White Markings, With Or Without A Black
Mask.
Standard: Head: Big strong and broad between the ears.
Eyes: Light brown, yellow brown and dark brown in color.
Ears: Floppy, medium size and fit the head. Nose: Black.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, thick and medium length. Chest: Strong and broad. Body: Back is straight, broad
and strong. Legs: Strong, straight and able to carry the body well. Feet: Heavy, round, compact, well arched toes. Tail: Cut
short. Movement: Swift and agile, but sturdy. Temperament: Well-balanced character and loyal to his master, even if it means
losing his own life.
42-Bolognese Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Bichon Bolognese
Height : 8-12 In. Weight: 5-10 Lbs. Coat: Long & Soft, Fluffy Hair With No Undercoat.
Color: White, With Some Blonde Markings Allowed.
Standard: Head: Not too long, with a slightly convex skull. Eyes: Round and large. Ears: Set high, long, covered with
hair and held slightly away from head. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Slender and long. Top-line: Level. Chest: Long and deep with well-sprung ribs. Body:
Longer than it’s height. Back is straight and loins are strong and muscular. Legs: Forelegs are perpendicular. Hind
legs are well set, with hocks well bent. Feet: Small and compact, with pink or black nails. Tail: Hangs limp when relaxed
and curls over back when alert. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family
pet.
43-Border Collie Group: Herding
Height : 17-20 In. Weight: 30-48 Lbs.
Coat: Up To 3inches;, Medium Length, Thick & Straight
Color: Black, Black & White, White, Blue, Chocolate, Red; Some Have Tan Points And/Or White Markings. Merle Sometimes
Occurs.
Standard: Head: Light in appearance, but in proportion to body. Eyes: Fairly large and set wide apart. Ears: Proportioned
to the size of head. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Firm, clean, muscular and heavily coated. Chest: Deep and extending to the level of the elbows. Body: Back is strong and level
with a sloped croup, and arched loin. Legs: Forelegs are well boned and straight, with hind legs muscular and having stifles
and hocks bent well down. Feet: Oval shaped, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Carried low, with an up swirl at tip.
Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
44-Border Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 9-11 In. Weight: 9-13 Lbs. Coat: Wiry & Rough
Color: Grizzly Tan, Red To Wheaten Or Blue Tan.
Standard: Head: Otter-like with a short, sturdy muzzle. Eyes: Dark in color and of medium size. Ears: Small, V-shaped
and falling forward. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length, clean and muscular. Chest: Deep and narrow, ribs are not too sprung. Body: Back is
strong and level, with a strong loin. Legs: Forelegs are straight and set at medium width. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles
that are well bent and hocks let down. Feet: Compact and small, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Short; thick at base
and tapering towards tip. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
45-Borzoi Group: Southern
Other Names: Russian Wolfhound, Psowaya Barsaya
Height : 28-31 In. Weight: 75-110 Lbs.
Coat: Moderately Long, Silky, Flat, Wavy Or Curly; Hair Is Short On Head.Color: All Colors Acceptable
Standard: Head: Long and narrow, with a slightly domed skull. Eyes: Oblong and dark in color. Ears: Small and carried
back on it’s neck. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Slightly arched and very powerful. Top-line: Level. Chest: Narrow, with great depth and slightly sprung ribs. Body:
Short and arched slightly at the loins. Legs: Forelegs are straight and appear flat when viewed from front. Hind legs are
long and powerful, with well bent stifles. Hind legs appear parallel when viewed from rear. Feet: Toes close and well padded,
with arched knuckles. Tail: Set low and long. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good
movement.
46-Bosnian Roughhaired Hound Group: Hound
Other Names: Bosnian Hound, Bosanski Barak
Height : 18-22 In. Weight: 35-55 Lbs. Coat: About 4 inches Long, Hard &Bristly; Thick Undercoat.
Color: Yellow, Reddish-Yellow, Gray, Blackish, Bi-Colored & Tri-Colored.
Standard: Head: Long head, wide forehead and tapering to the nose. Eyes: Large and dark, with tight lids. Ears: Flat,
round and hanging. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Medium length and broadening towards the chest. Chest: Broad and descending to the level of the elbows, with
well sprung ribs. Body: Back is long and straight, with slight slope at the croup. Legs: Well set, angulated, muscular and
strong. Feet: Round with strong nails. Tail: Medium length, not longer than the hocks. Carried straight or with a slight upward
curve. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
47-Boston Terrier Group: Mastiff
Height : 15-17 In. Weight: 15-25 Lbs.
Coat: Short & Smooth
Color: Brindle With White Markings, Black With White Markings.
Standard: Head: Square with a flat skull. Eyes: Dark, large and round. Ears: Small and fine, carried erect. Muzzle:
Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Even or undershot. Neck: Medium length and slightly
arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Body: Short back, strong loins and belly slightly drawn up. Legs:
Forelegs straight and well muscled. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Small and round. Tail:
Set low, short and tapered to a point. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good
family pet.
48-Bouvier De Ardennes Group: Herding
Other Names: Ardennes Cattle Dog
Height : 22-26 In. Weight: 40-60 Lbs. Coat: Wiry & Rough—About 2” Long.
Color: All Colors Accepted.
Standard: Head: Large head, rounded skull and short muzzle. Eyes: Dark in color. Ears: Held upright or slightly folded
forward. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and thick. Top-line: Level. Chest:
Broad and deep, with depth of chest at level with elbows. Ribs are well sprung with belly drawn up. Body: Back is straight,
medium length and broad. Legs: Forelegs are parallel and well boned. Hind legs appear parallel and have hocks that are well
bent and let well down. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and strong nails. Tail: Docked, but normally born tailless.
Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
49-Bouvier Des Flandres Group: Mastiff
Height : 15-17 In. Weight: 15-25 Lbs.
Coat: Short & Smooth
Color: Brindle With White Markings, Black With White Markings.
Standard: Head: Square with a flat skull. Eyes: Dark, large and round. Ears: Small and fine, carried erect. Muzzle:
Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Even or undershot. Neck: Medium length and slightly
arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Body: Short back, strong loins and belly slightly drawn up. Legs:
Forelegs straight and well muscled. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Small and round. Tail:
Set low, short and tapered to a point. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good
family pet.
50-Boxer Group: Mastiff
Height : 22-25 In. Weight: 50-80 Lbs. Coat: Short & Smooth
Color: Fawn Or Brindle, With Or Without White Markings.
Standard: Head: Proportioned to it’s body and lean. Eyes: Dark in color. Ears: Set high and docked to a point.
Muzzle: Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Under-jaw broad, with slight upward bend.
Neck: Strong, round and muscular. Top-line: Sloping slightly. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Ribs should not be barrel
shaped. Body: Square in shape. Back is straight, short and broad. Legs: Forelegs are straight, long and strong. Hind legs
are very strong with muscles showing clearly through the skin. Feet: Small and compact, with toes arched and hard pads. Tail:
Set high, docked and carried erect. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
51-Boykin Spaniel Group: Gun Dog
Height : 15-18 In. Weight: 30-40 Lbs. Coat: Wavy Or Curly; Waterproof. Color: Solid Liver
Standard: Head: Medium length, with a full and broad skull. Eyes: Slightly rounded, set well apart and yellow in color.
Ears: Wide and long, set slightly above the eye line. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, muscular, medium length and arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Ribs
well sprung. Body: Sturdy and muscular, but not too compact. Legs: Forelegs are medium in length and straight. Hind legs are
well-developed, powerful and full of strength. Feet: Webbed and well-padded, with toes grouped closely together. Tail: Medium
length, feathered and slightly curved. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet
very lovable.
52-Bracco Italiano Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Italian Pointer Height : 22-27 In. Weight: 55-90 Lbs. Coat: Short & Dense
Color: White, Orange & White, Orange-Roan, Chestnut & White, And Chestnut-Roan.
Standard: Head: Long and square. Eyes: Oval in shape and yellow or brown in color. Ears: Set high and turned towards
the front. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Strong and fairly short. Chest: Strong and deep, with a broad thorax. Body: Back is straight until the point
of the loins, at which point is arches. Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are strong, well set and well angulated. Feet: Round,
with toes arched and close together. Pads are tough and hard. Tail: Docked 6-10 inches. Movement: Swift and very agile, with
flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
53-Braque D'ariege Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Ariege Pointer, Braque De Toulouse
Height : 22-27 In. Weight: 50-70 Lbs.
Coat: Short & Fine. Color: White With Orange Or Chestnut Spots; Some Heavy Ticking.
Standard: Head: Large, level rather than convex. Eyes: Large and well open. Ears: Set low, long and folded slightly
and carried away from head. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Long, with slight dewlap. Chest: Broad and deep. Body: Back is long and slightly arched, with long
arched loins. Legs: Forelegs are strong, muscular and perpendicular. Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed
hocks. Feet: Oval, with toes close and arched. Tail: Set low and shortly docked. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing
gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
54-Braque D'auvergne Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Blue D’Auvergne, Auvergne Pointer
Height : 22-25 In. Weight: 44-65 Lbs. Coat: Short & Fine, Also Very Shiny
Color: Black & White, Some Roaning In The White Is Desirable To Create A Blue Effect; Black Must Appear On Head Covering
Eyes & Ears.
Standard: Head: Long, with an oval skull. Eyes: Round, large and dark hazel. Ears: Set low, medium length, folded slightly
and carried back. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long
and slightly arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad and deep. Body: Back straight and strong, with broad loins. Legs: Forelegs
are strong, muscular and perpendicular. Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact,
with arched toes and strong nails. Tail: Docked at 6-8 inches. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament:
Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
55-Braque Du Bourbonnais Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Bourbonnais Pointer
Height : 20-23 In. Weight: 38-60 Lbs. Coat: Short & Hard Color: White With Roaning All Over; Liver, Brown Or Orange.
Standard: Head: Very long with arched skull. Eyes: Large and dark amber in color. Ears: Set low, long and slightly folded.
Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short and strong, with
slight dewlap. Chest: Deep and broad, with long, well sprung ribs. Body: Back is broad and slightly convex. Legs: Forelegs
are strong, muscular and perpendicular. Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact,
with arched toes and strong nails. Tail: Set low and very short, usually 1-2 inches. Movement: Swift and very agile, with
flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
56-Braque Dupuy Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Dupuy Pointer Height : 25-27 In. Weight: 45-65 Lbs.
Coat: Short & Fine Color: White With Chestnut Markings; Sometimes In A Saddle Or Mantle.
Standard: Head: Long and narrow. Eyes: Brown or amber in color. Ears: Long, set on level with the eyes, folded and carried
well back. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Very long,
round and slender. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with a prominent sternum. Body: Back is firm, with arched loins. Legs: Forelegs
are strong, muscular and perpendicular. Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact,
with arched toes and strong nails. Tail: Set and carried low. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament:
High-spirited, yet very lovable.
57-Braque Francais Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Large French Pointer, French Pointer-Pyrenees Type Height : 20-27 In. Weight: 42-75 Lbs. Coat: Short,
Thick & Dense
Color: White With Chestnut Patches; With Or Without Ticking
Standard: Head: Strong, with a slightly arched skull. Eyes: Dark brown or amber in color. Ears: Moderately long and
set on level with the eyes. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and slightly arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad with ribs that are not to sprung.
Body: Back is straight and broad. Loins are short, muscular and slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are strong, muscular and perpendicular.
Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and strong nails.
Tail: Usually docked, but may be left natural. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited,
yet very lovable.
58- Braque Francais De Petite Taille Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Small French Pointer, French Pointer-Gascony Type Height : 19-24 In. Weight: 35-60 Lbs. Coat: Short
& Thick Color: White With Chestnut Patches; With Or Without Ticking.
Standard: Head: Strong, with a slightly arched skull. Eyes: Dark brown or amber in color. Ears: Moderately long and
set on level with the eyes. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and slightly arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad with ribs that are not to sprung.
Body: Back is straight and broad. Loins are short, muscular and slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are strong, muscular and perpendicular.
Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and strong nails.
Tail: Usually docked, but may be left natural. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited,
yet very lovable.
59-Braque Saint-Germain Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Saint-Germain Pointer, Compiegne Pointer
Height : 20-24 In. Weight: 40-60 Lbs. Coat: Short & Thick. Color: White With Orange Spots & Ticking
Standard: Head: Broad, with long and straight muzzle. Eyes: Golden yellow in color. Ears: Folded forward, carried away
from head and set level with the eyes. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length, strong and having slight dewlap. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with long ribcage. Body: Back is short and
straight, with loins arched. Legs: Forelegs are strong, muscular and perpendicular. Hind legs are well muscled, with sinewy
and well placed hocks. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and strong nails. Tail: Long and carried horizontally. Movement:
Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
60-Brazilian Terrier Group: Terrier
Other Names: Fox Paulistinha, Terrier Brasileiro
Height : 14-16 In. Weight: 14-20 Lbs. Coat: Short & Smooth Color: Tricolor; Base Color White With Black Saddle
& Markings; Also Tan Markings.
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. Top-line: Level. Chest: Shallow and narrow. Body: Compact, and well balanced. Legs: Straight and strong,
with stifles and hocks only slightly bent. Feet: Round and cat like, with compact feet and arched toes. Tail: Docked. Movement:
Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
61-Briard Group: Herding
Other Names: Berger De Brie
Height : 23-27 In. Weight: 60-80 Lbs. Coat: Long, Stiff & Wavy Color: All Uniform Colors; Black, Fawn, Gray, Tawny;
White Is Not Allowed.
Standard: Head: Strong, with a fairly long skull. Eyes: Dark in color and fairly large. Ears: Cropped and carried erect.
Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular and of good
length. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Back and loins are straight. Legs: Forelegs are strong and heavily boned,
with hind legs appearing straight and well muscled. Feet: Strong and round, with close toes, hard nails and thick pads. Tail:
Carried low with an upward curve at tip. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet
very lovable.
62-Brittany Spaniel Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Brittany, Epagneul Breton
Height : 19-21 In. Weight: 35-40 Lbs. Coat: Moderate Length; Fine & Flat With A Slight Wave. Color: Liver & White,
Orange & White, Black & White, Sometimes Tricolor; Can Have Some Ticking.
Standard: Head: Domed and wedge shaped. Eyes: Medium size and amber in color. Ears: Slightly rounded and short. Muzzle:
Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length
and clean. Top-line: Sloping. Chest: Deep and oval in shape, with rounded flanks. Body: Back slopes slightly from the withers.
Legs: Forelegs straight and well muscled, with hind legs appearing straight with hocks not bent too much. Feet: Round with
strong nails and tough pads. Tail: Usually born tailless, but should be docked to about 4inches. Movement: Swift and very
agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*The Brittany Spaniel is an extremely popular dog in the United States because of his size, speed & agility; doing
well in all field trials.
63-Bruno Jura Laufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Jura Hound, Bruno De Jura
Height : 18-24 In. Weight: 35-45 Lbs. Coat: Short, Thick & Hard Color: Tan With Black Saddle; Also Black With
Tan Points.
Standard: Head: Large and domed, with a very strong muzzle. Eyes: Dark in color. Ears: Set low and very long. Muzzle:
Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
in length and powerful. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep but not too broad. Body: Back is of good length, firm and straight. Loins
are strong. Legs: Forelegs are straight, strongly boned and clean, with hind legs moderately bent at the stifles and hocks.
Feet: Round with strong nails and tough pads. Tail: Medium length and carried slightly curved upward, but not curled. Movement:
Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
64-Brussels Griffon Group: Terrier
Other Names: Griffon Bruxellois Origin: Belgium
Height : 7-9 In. Weight: 6-12 Lbs. Coat: Long & Hard Color: Red
Standard: Head: Not too small, with broad and round skull. Eyes: Very large, round and black. Ears: Small and either cropped
erect or naturally semi-erect. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to
coat. Bite: Undershot. Neck: Short and slender. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Back is short and straight.
Legs: Forelegs are straight and medium length. Hind legs show a slight bend at hocks. Feet: Short, firm and round. Tail: Carried
high and docked to 1/3 of it’s natural length. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament:
Alert, and a good family pet.
65-Bull Terrier Group: Mastiff
Height : 20-22 In. Weight: 50-65 Lbs. Coat: Short & Smooth. Color: White, All Other Colors Other Than White, With
Or Without White Markings
Standard: Head: Long and wedge shaped. Eyes: Small, almond shaped and dark in color. Ears: Erect, small and thin. Muzzle:
Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long and slightly
arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad with well-sprung ribs. Body: short back, with loins that are broad, long and
slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs are short and straight. Hind legs are very muscular, with moderately bent hocks. Feet: Round
and compact, with well-arched toes. Tail: Set low and tapered to a point. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait.
Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
*The Bull Terrier is an excellent athletic type dog who loves to play & roughhouse with the kids. He is strong for
his size, but makes a good family pet.
66-Bullmastiff Group: Mastiff
Height : 25-29 In. Weight: 100-140 Lbs. Coat: Smooth & Short. Color: Red, Fawn Or Brindle; With Or Without Black
Mask.
Standard: Head: Broad and square, with a straight and broad muzzle. Eyes: Medium size, set wide and dark in color. Ears:
Set wide and high on head and V-shaped. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Level or undershot. Neck: Moderate length, very muscular and well arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Wide and deep, with well-sprung
ribs. Body: Compact, with a short back and wide, muscular and slightly arched loins. Legs: Forelegs are straight, powerful
and set wide apart. Hind legs are strong and straight when viewed from the rear. Feet: Medium size, with well arched toes
and hard pads. Tail: Set high, tapering to a point and carried high. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament:
Protective and aloof with strangers.
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