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Saarlooswolfhond Group: Herding
Height : 27-30 In. Weight: 60-100 Lbs. Coat: Short And Dense
Color: Wolf-Gray, Agouti, Brown; Some Small Patches Of White Markings Acceptable
Standard: Head: Skull is moderately broad, sloping from ears to eyes. Eyes: Medium size, almond-shaped. Ears: Large, erect.
Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Powerful, medium length and well arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep, but not too broad. Ribs are not to be barrel-shaped.
Body: Medium large. Legs: Forelegs are straight and well boned. Hind legs are strongly muscled and have stifles and hocks
well bent. Feet: Round with well arched toes. Tail: Long, saber-shaped and carried low. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced
movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Sabueso Espanol De Monte Group: Hound
Other Names: Large Spanish Hound Height : 19-22 In. Weight: 46-58 Lbs. Coat: Short And Very Shiny Color: White With
Red Or Black Patches Evenly Distributed All Over The Body
Standard: Head: Elongated, with skull broad between ears and taping towards muzzle. Eyes: Medium size and chestnut in
color. Ears: Oversized and hanging freely. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long, strong, very muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad and
deep, with well sprung ribs. Body: Back is strong and straight, with muscular loins. Legs: Forelegs short, straight, well
boned. Hind legs strong with hocks bent and well let down. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and hard pads. Tail:
Long. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Sabueso Espanol Lebrero Group: Hound
Other Names: Small Spanish Hound Height : 17-20 1/2 In. Weight: 38-52 Lbs. Coat: Dense, Short, And Harsh Color: White
With Red And Black Or Dark Patches
Standard: Head: Elongated, with skull broad between ears and tapering towards muzzle. Eyes: Medium size and chestnut in
color. Ears: Oversized and hanging freely. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long, strong, very muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad and
deep, with ribs well sprung. Body: Back is strong and straight, with muscular loins. Legs: Forelegs short, straight, well
boned. Hind legs strong with hocks bent and well let down. Feet: Round and compact, with arched toes and hard pads. Tail:
Long. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Saint Bernard Group: Mastiff
Other Names: Saint Bernhardshund Height : 25 1/2-29 In. Weight: 110-240 Lbs.
Coat: Two Types: Short And Smooth, Medium-Long Color: Red And White
Standard: Head: Massive and powerful. Eyes: Dark brown, medium size, set to front. Ears: Medium size, set high, drop to
side of head. Muzzle: Wide and well tapered. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Strong, carried erect. Top-line: Level. Chest: Well arched, moderately deep and wide. Body: Mighty and tall. Legs: Strong,
very muscular. Feet: Broad with strong toes. Tail: Long and heavy, broad at top and tapering. Movement: Strong and driving,
yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Saluki Group: Southern
Other Names: Persian Greyhound Height : 20-28 In. Weight: 50-65 Lbs. Coat: Smooth And Silky; Has Feathering On Legs And
Back Of Thighs, Under Tail, And On Ears; Smooth Variety Has No Feathering Color: Cream, Fawn, White, Gold, Red, Grizzly And
Tan, Black And Tan, Also Tricolor
Standard: Head: Long and narrow, skull is moderately wide between the ears. Eyes: Dark to hazel. Ears: Long and hanging.
Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Long, well muscled. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and narrow. Body: Not long. Legs: Straight, long, strong. Feet: Moderate
length, long, well arched toes, feathering between toes. Tail: Long, set low, carried in a curve. Movement: Good reach, with
well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Samoyed Group: Northern
Height : 19-24 In. Weight: 50-70 Lbs.
Coat: Long With Dense Undercoat Color: White, White With Biscuit Of Cream, Also All Biscuit Standard: Head: Wedge shaped,
broad, flat skull. Eyes: Dark and deep-set, almond shaped. Ears: Triangular, rounded at tips, erect, strong and thick. Muzzle:
Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: strong
and well muscled. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, ribs well sprung. Body: Medium-sized. Legs: Parallel, straight, strong. Feet:
Large, long, flat. Tail: Moderately long, carried over back or side. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament:
Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Sanshu Dog Weight: 40-60 Lbs
Height : 16-22 In. Group: Northern.
Coat: Short And Harsh Color: Fawn. Red, Black And Tan, Tan, Salt And Pepper, Or Pied
Standard: Head: Large, and wedge shaped, with pronounced cheeks. Eyes: Almond shaped, dark in color and deep set. 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: Thick, strong, and slightly arched. Top-line: 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: Curls over back. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and
willing to please.
Sarplaninac Group: Flock Guard
Other Names: Sar Planina, Illyrian Sheepdog Height : 22-24 In. Weight: 54-80 Lbs.
Coat: About 4 Inches Long; Dense, Rough, Or Smooth Color: Tan, Gray, White, Or Black
Standard: Head: Strong, well muscled. Eyes: Dark, almond-shaped. Ears: Moderately long, pendant shaped. Muzzle: Medium
and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Moderately long, muscular.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep and broad. Body: Medium in size and bone. Legs: Forelegs are strong and well muscled. Hind legs
are long and straight. Feet: Round and close. Tail: Moderately long, set on high. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced
movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Schapendoes Group: Herding
Other Names: Dutch Sheepdog Height : 17-20 In. Weight: 30-40 Lbs.
Coat: Long, Dense, Harsh, And Wavy Color: All Colors Accepted
Standard: Head: Skull is broad. Eyes: Large, almost round and dark in color. Ears: Small, lie flat, and set back. Muzzle:
Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long
and arched slightly. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep, with well sprung ribs. Body: Rectangular, well muscled, but not heavy boned.
Legs: Forelegs are strong and sinewy. Hind legs are parallel, and not bent to much at the hocks. Feet: Large, and round, with
arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Long, thick, and hanging. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament:
Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Schillerstovare Group: Hound
Other Names: Schiller Hound Height : 19-24 In. Weight: 35– 55 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Thick With Abundance Of Undercoat. Color: Tan With Black Saddle.
Standard: Head: Elongated, and broad between ears. Eyes: Medium size and chestnut in color. Ears: Set high, hanging and
narrowing to the tip. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Long, strong and slightly arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Body: Rectangular
and well muscled. Legs: Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Small
and compact, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Carried straight or slightly curved. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced
movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Schipperke Group: Northern
Height : 10-13 In. Weight: Less Than 18 Lbs. Coat: Abundant And Hard; Short On Head And Fronts Of Legs But Forming An
Ample Mane Color: Totally Black Only
Standard: Head: Fox-like, wide. Eyes: Small, dark brown, oval. Ears: Erect, small, triangular, set high. Muzzle: Medium
size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong,
slightly arched, short. Top-line: Level or sloping slightly. Chest: Broad and deep. Body: Short and thick. Legs: Straight,
hind legs are lighter than fore legs, but are muscular. Feet: Small and round. Tail: Docked or nonexistent. Movement: Good
reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
*There are three varieties of Schipperkes: large, weighing from 11 –20 lbs. and about 13 inches high; medium,
weighing from 7-11 lbs. and about 11 inches high; and miniature, weighing less than 7 lbs. and about 10 inches high.
Schnauzer, Standard Group: Terrier
Height : 18-19 1/2 In. Weight: 28-35 Lbs. Coat: Wiry And Rough Color: Salt And Pepper Or Black Standard: Head: Strong,
rectangular, and elongated. Skull is broad between ears. Eyes: Medium sizes, dark brown and oval. Ears: Small and v-shaped,
set on side of head. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, moderate thickness. Top-line: Level. Chest: Medium width, well sprung ribs. Breastbone is
prominent. Body: Compact and strong, deep. Legs: Straight and strong. Feet: Compact and small. Toes are arched. Tail: Carried
erect, set moderately high. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless, loyal, and willing to please.
Schweizer Laufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Swiss Hound Height : 18-23 In. Weight: 32-45 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Thick, And Hard Color: White And Orange, Yellow Or Sometimes With Red Markings
Standard: Head: Medium size, slightly arched skull. Eyes: Fairly 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: Supple, without dewlap.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Slender, reaching to elbows. Body: Lightweight. Legs: Lengthy and well boned. Feet: Short, toes close
together. Tail: Medium length, tapers to fine point. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
Schweizer Neiderlaufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Swiss Hound Height : 18-23 In. Weight: 32-45 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Thick, And Hard Color: White And Orange, Yellow Or Sometimes With Red Markings
Standard: Head: Medium size, slightly arched skull. Eyes: Fairly 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: Supple, without dewlap.
Top-line: Level. Chest: Slender, reaching to elbows. Body: Lightweight. Legs: Lengthy and well boned. Feet: Short, toes close
together. Tail: Medium length, tapers to fine point. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
Scottish Deerhound Group: Southern
Height : 28-32In. Weight: 75-115 Lbs. Coat: About 3-4 Inches Long, Harsh, Wiry, And Crisp; Softer Of Head, Belly, And
Breast; Silky Or Wooly Color: Blue Gray, Lighter Grays, Brindle; Yellow, Sandy Red, Red Fawn With Black Mask And Ears; Small
Amount Of White On Breast And Toes Allowed Standard: Head: Carried high, broad at ears, narrowing toward eyes. Muzzle is
pointed. Eyes: Dark brown, brown, or hazel. Ears: Set high, folded, sometimes semi-erect. point. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long and strong. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, not broad, but not too narrow.
Body: Long. Legs: Broad and flat. Feet: Close and compact. Tail: Long and tapered. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced
movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Scottish Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 9 1/2-11 In. Weight: 18-23 Lbs.
Coat: Wiry And Bristly Color: Black, Brindle, Grays, Wheaten, Or Grizzled
Standard: Head: Medium width, long, slightly domed. Eyes: Small, almond shaped, set wide apart. Color is dark brown to
black. Ears: Set high, small, and pointed. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored
according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Short, moderately thick, muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Very deep and
broad. Body: Well muscled and sturdy. Short and well ribbed. Legs: Short and heavy in bone. Feet: Round and thick. The forefeet
are larger than hind feet. Tail: About 7 inches, never cut. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless,
loyal, and willing to please.
Sealyham Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 10-11 In. Weight: 20-25 Lbs. Coat: Wiry With Undercoat
Color: White; Lemon, Tan, Or Badger Markings Allowed On Head And Ears
Standard: Head: Long, broad, and powerful. Skull is slightly domed. Eyes: Medium size, deeply set, wide apart, very dark
in color. Ears: Folded level with top of head, rounded at tip. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black
and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular. Top-line: Level. Chest: Well let down between
forelegs. Body: Strong, ribs well sprung. Legs: Strong and straight. Hind legs are longer than forelegs. Feet: Large and compact,
round with thick pads. Tail: Docked, carried upright. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless,
loyal, and willing to please.
Segugio Italiano A Pelo Forte Group: Hound
Other Names: Roughhaired Italian Hound Height : 20-23 In. Weight: 40-65 Lbs. Coat: Wiry And Dense; Hair Never To Exceed
Two Inches Color: Black And Tan, Fawn, Deep Red To Pale Wheaten Standard: Head: Long and elegant. Eyes: Large. Ears: Long
and set low. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Lean. Top-line: Level. Chest: Keel-shaped, reaching to level of elbows. Body: Well muscled, good bone. Legs:
Forelegs straight and powerful. Hind legs clean with well bent hocks. Feet: Oval, toes close together. Tail: Sickle shaped.
Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Segugio Italiano A Pelo Raso Group: Hound
Other Names: Shorthaired Italian Hound Height : 20-23 In. Weight: 40-65 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Thick And Shiny Color: Black And Tan, Fawn, Deep Red To Pale Wheaten
Standard: Head: Long and elegant. Eyes: Large. Ears: Long and set low. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head.
Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Lean. Top-line: Level. Chest: Keel-shaped, reaching
to level of elbows. Body: Well muscled, good bone. Legs: Forelegs straight and powerful. Hind legs clean with well bent hocks.
Feet: Oval, toes close together. Tail: Sickle shaped. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic,
free-spirited, with good movement.
Seppala Siberian Sleddog Group: Draft
Height : 19-24 Inches Weight: 30-65 Pounds Coat: Moderate And "Plush" With An Undercoat Almost As Long As Guard
Hairs Color: All Colors And Markings Permissable
Standard: Attitude: Positive towards pulling, strong deisre to please, undiminished regardless of time or distance, friendly.
Movement: effortless, balanced, smooth, flowing , single tracked, long front-end reach (stride), powerful rear-end thrust.
Body: well-angulated front, extremely felcible, moderate to long neck, back and legs, rounded croup and a tail that is
held low and stiff when working. Pasterns are strong and flexible, pads are well-cushioned and feet are flexible, firm and
quite large. Ears are vertical and moderate to large. The Seppala is a dog formed by nature and function.
Shar Pei-Miniature Group: Northern
Other Names: Chinese Fighting Dog Height : 18-20 In. Weight: 45-58 Lbs. Coat: Horse Coat And Brush Coat; Short, Bristly,
Standoff Outer Coat; No Undercoat
Color: Fawn, Cream, Black, Red, Or Chocolate
Standard: Head: Large and broad between ears. Eyes: Small, sunken, almond-shaped. Ears: Small, round, triangular, dropped.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length, with heavy folds of loose skin. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad, deep. Body: Compact and square. Legs: Sound and strong.
Feet: Moderate in size, compact. Tail: Thick, curls over back. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament:
High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Shar-Pei Group: Northern
Other Names: Chinese Fighting Dog Height : 18-20 In. Weight: 45-58 Lbs. Coat: Horse Coat And Brush Coat; Short, Bristly,
Standoff Outer Coat; No Undercoat
Color: Fawn, Cream, Black, Red, Or Chocolate
Standard: Head: Large and broad between ears. Eyes: Small, sunken, almond-shaped. Ears: Small, round, triangular, dropped.
Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium
length, with heavy folds of loose skin. Top-line: Level. Chest: Broad, deep. Body: Compact and square. Legs: Sound and strong.
Feet: Moderate in size, compact. Tail: Thick, curls over back. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament:
High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Shetland Sheepdog Group: Herding
Height : 13-16 In. Weight: 14-16 Lbs. Coat: Long, Dense, And Harsh With Undercoat Color: Blue Merle, Sable, Or Black;
Markings Include White And/Or Tan In Irish Patterns
Standard: Head: Refined, blunt, wedge shaped. Top of skull is flat. Eyes: Medium in size, dark. Ears: Small, high set,
carried three-fourths erect. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to
coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular and arched. Chest: Deep. Body: Moderately long, symmetrical. Legs: Straight,
muscular, strong bone. Feet: Oval and compact, thick pads, toes well arched. Tail: Long, not curved forward over back. Movement:
Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Shiba Inu Group: Northern
Height : 13-15 1/2 In. Weight: 18-30 Lbs. Coat: Short, Harsh, Plush And Straight; Stands Off And Has Undercoat Color:
Red, Red Sesame (Red And Black With Red Predominant), Black And Tan, Black Sesame (Black Hairs Predominant), Brindle, And
White
Standard: Head: Forehead is flat. Full cheeks. Eyes: Dark, deep set, slanted upward. Ears: Small, erect, triangular,
leaning forward slightly. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat.
Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong and broad. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep, with well sprung ribs. Body: Sturdy and compact,
muscular and powerful. Legs: Forelegs straight. Hind legs well muscled. Feet: Small, round, cat-like. Tail: Curled. Movement:
Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Shih-Tzu Group: Herding
Other Names: Chrysanthemum Dog Height : 8-11 In. Weight: 9-16 Lbs. Coat: Long And Abundant Color: All Colors Are Permissible;
White Blaze And Tail Tip Are Highly Appreciated
Standard: Head: Round and broad, wide between the eyes. Eyes: Dark, round eyes, not protruding. Ears: Large, carried drooping.
Muzzle: Short, broad and deep. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length.
Topline: Level. Chest: Broad and deep. Body: Longer that height. Legs: Short, straight, well boned. Feet: Good size, well
padded, firm. Hair between pads. Tail: Curled over back, heavily plumed. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements.
Temperament: Alert, and a good family pet.
Shikoku Group: Northern
Height : 17 1/2-22 In. Weight: Approx. 40-60 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Harsh And Straight; Soft, Dense Undercoat Color: Red Or Brindle
Standard: Head: Wedge shaped, pronounced cheeks. Eyes: Dark, deep set, and slanted upward. Ears: Small, erect, triangular,
leaning forward slightly. 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. 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.
Siberian Husky Group: Draft
Other Names: Artic Husky Height : 20-23 1/2 In. Weight: 35-60 Lbs. Coat: Thick, Soft And Stand-Off; Wooly Undercoat Color:
All Colors Are Permissible, From Wolf-Gray To Silver-Gray, Light Sand To Black With White Markings
Standard: Head: Medium-sized, wedge shaped. Eyes: Dark or blue (or one of each color), almond shaped. Ears: Medium sized
and erect, set high on head. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Arched, medium in length. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and strong but not too broad. Body: Medium-sized,
compact. Legs: Moderate angulation of forefeet and hind quarters. Feet: Oval, but not too long. Tail: Long. Movement: Strong
and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Silky Terrier Group: Terrier
Other Names: Australian Silky Terrier, Sydney Silky, Silky Toy Terrier Height : 9 In. Weight: 8-11 Lbs. Coat: Long (5-6
Inches), Fine And Silky; Glossy Color: Blue And Tan
Standard: Head: Strong and wedge shaped, moderately long. Skull is flat and moderately broad between ears. Eyes: Small
and dark. Ears: Pricked, small, v-shaped, erect, set high. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black
and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and gracefully arched. Chest: Medium width
and extending down to elbows. Body: Compact, back line is straight. Legs: Forelegs are strong, straight and fine-boned. Hind
legs are well muscled and strong, but do not appear heavy. Feet: Round, compact, small, cat-like. Tail: Erect or semi erect,
set high. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family pet.
Skye Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 9 1/2-10 In. Weight: 25 Lbs. Coat: Long (5 1/2 Inches), Hard And Straight; Soft Undercoat Color: Black, Gray,
Gray-Blue, Cream, Or Fawn
Standard: Head: Long and powerful. Eyes: Brown, medium in size, closely set. Ears: Symmetrical, prick or drop. Muzzle:
Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long, gracefully
arched. Chest: Deep, oval shaped ribs. Body: Sturdy boned, hard muscled. Long and low, back line level. Legs: Forelegs are
short, muscular and straight. Hind legs are strong, full, and well angulated. Feet: Large, thick pads. Tail: Long and well
feathered. Movement: Smooth flowing gait, with graceful movements. Temperament: Alert, and a good family pet.
Sloughi Group: Southern
Height : 22-30 In. Weight: 45-70 Lbs. Coat: Short, Smooth, And Fine Color: Sand, Fawn, Sable, Red Sable, Charcoal, Sable,
Brindle; With Or Without Black Mask
Standard: Head: Long and rounded, with a broad skull. Eyes: Large and dark in color. Ears: High set, broad at base, rounded
tips, and hang close to cheeks. Muzzle: Long and narrow. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Moderate length and arched slightly. Topline: Level. Chest: Not too broad, but fairly deep. Body: Slender and
well contoured. Legs: Long. Feet: Strong. Tail: Thin, curved at end. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.*The Sloughi is one of the oldest breeds, still used for the same purposes today.
Slovak Cuvac Group: Flock Guard
Height : 25-28 In. Weight: 75-105 Lbs. Coat: Medium Length, Thick And Wavy Color: White Standard: Head: Strong, with
a broad skull. Eyes: medium size, oval, and dark in color. Ears: Set high, and carried 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,
muscular, and arched slightly. Topline: Level. Chest: Broad and deep, with ribs well sprung. Body: Rectangular, well muscled,
strong bone. Legs: Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks well bent. Feet: Strong, with
well arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Well plumed and long. Movement: Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
Smalandsstovare Group: Hound
Height : 17-20 In. Weight: 33-40 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Thick And Heavy; Shiny And Sleek Color: Black With Tan Markings
Standard: Head: Narrow and long, with straight muzzle. Eyes: Medium size and preferably dark in color. Ears: Set high
and medium length, with rounded tips. head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Strong and moderately long. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, well sprung ribs. Body: Almost square, well muscled, compact, and
strong boned, with belly drawn up slightly. Legs: Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular, with stifles and hocks
well bent. Feet: Compact and strong, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: May be long or docked. Movement: Good reach, with
well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Smooth Collie Group: Herding
Other Names: Scotch Collie Height : 22-26 In. Weight: 50-78 Lbs. Coat: Long & Dense; Smooth Coat - Short & Smooth
With Undercoat. Color: Sable & White, Tricolors, Also Blue Merle.
Standard: Head: Long, flat skull and strong muzzle. Eyes: Medium size and almond-shaped. Ears: Small and set high with
drooping tips. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Long, muscular and well arched. Top-line: Level. Chest: Deep with well sprung ribs. Body: Back is long and straight,
with slightly arched loins. Legs: Forelegs are straight and muscular. Hind legs are muscular and clean, with stifles and hocks
well bent. Feet: Oval, with hard pads, strong nails and arched toes. Tail: Medium length, with slight upward curve towards
end. Movement: Swift and very agile, with flowing gait. Temperament: High-spirited, yet very lovable.
Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Group: Terrier
Height : 17-19 In. Weight: 35-48 Lbs.
Coat: Thick And Soft; Wavy Or Curly Color: Any Shade From Light Wheat To Golden Reddish Standard: Head: Rectangular,
moderately long. Skull is flat between ears. Eyes: Dark reddish brown or brown, medium-sized, almond shaped, set widely apart.
Ears: Small to medium size, dropping forward. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium in length, clean and strong. Chest: Deep. Body: Compact, back is strong and
level. Legs: Forelegs are straight and well-boned. Hind legs have well-bent stifles that do not turn in or out. Feet: Round,
compact and firm, well padded. Tail: Docked. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
South Russian Owtcharka Group: Flock Guard
Other Names: Ovtcharka De Russie Meridionale, South Russian Height : 25-34 In. Weight: 110-160 Lbs. Coat: Long, Thick
And Silky Color: Solid White, White With Fawn Or Gray Head Spots Standard: Head: Long with broad skull. Eyes: Round. Ears:
Small, carried close to cheeks. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Muscular, carried erect. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, moderately broad. Body: Well muscled, strong
boned, rectangular. Legs: Straight and well boned. Feet: Strong, arched toes. Tail: Long with kink at tip. Movement: Swift,
but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
South Russian Steppe Hound Group: Southern
Other Names: Steppe Borzoi Height : 24-28 In. Weight: 45-75 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Thick Color: Solid Colors
Standard: Head: Long with broad skull and cone shaped muzzle. Eyes: Large and dark in color. Ears: Long, thin and lying
towards the rear. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Long and arched. Chest: Deep,
with belly tucked up. Body: Back, loins and croup are all arched. Legs: Forelegs are slim and long, with hind legs set wide.
Feet: Long and hare-like, with toes close together and well arched. Tail: Long and sabre shaped, with tip often curled. Movement:
Swift, but agile. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Spanish Mastiff Group: Flock Guard
Other Names: Mastin De Espanol, Mastin De Extremadura, Mastin Leon Height : 26-29 In. Weight: 110-135 Lbs. Coat: Short
And Abundant Color: Reddish, Wolf Color, Fawn, Black And White, White And Golden Yellow, White And Gray, Brindle, Grizzle
Standard: Head: Large, shapely, and massive with long deep muzzle. Eyes: Small, with tear sacs very noticeable. Ears:
Pendant and pointed. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, flexible, and muscular.
Chest: Wide and deep, with well sprung ribs. Body: Back is long with a slight depression behind withers and well muscled loins.
Legs: Forelegs are powerful, and hind legs are strongly muscled, with hocks slightly bent. Feet: Strong, with well arched
toes and tough pads. Tail: Thick at root, medium length and carried low. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament:
Protective and aloof with strangers.
Spinone Italiano Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Height : 24-28 In. Weight: 71-84 Lbs. Coat: Hard, Thick And Shaggy; Longer
Hair Covers The Cheeks, Lips, And Arched Eyebrows Color: Solid White, White With Orange Markings, White With Chestnut Markings,
Orange Roan, Or Chestnut Roan
Standard: Head: Large, long. Eyes: Yellow or orange in color. Ears: Triangular. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned
to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Strong, muscular, and slightly arched.
Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, but not too broad. Body: Back is straight and strong, with loins muscular. Legs: Forelegs are
straight, long, and muscular. Hind legs are muscular, with hocks well bent. Feet: Round and compact. Tail: Docked, and carried
at back level. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
St. Hubert Jura Laufhund Group: Hound
Other Names: Jura Hound Height : 18-23 In. Weight: 34-45 Lbs.
Coat: Short, Abundant And Hard Color: Black With Tan Points, Or Tan With Black Saddle
Standard: Head: Long, with skull well domed. Eyes: Medium size and dark hazel to brown in color. Ears: Set low, very long,
and hanging along head. Neck: Long and arched slightly. Chest: Deep, and well let down between forelegs. Body: Back is straight
and broad, with muscular and powerful loins. Legs: Forelegs straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular, with hocks well let
down. Feet: Strong and compact, with well arched toes. Tail: Curved.
Stabyhoun Group: Gun Dog
Height : 19-21 In. Weight: 33-45 Lbs. Coat: Fairly Long And Sleek Over Body; Short Hair On Head; Feathering On Tail Color:
Black, Brown, Blue, Or Orange With White Markings, In Which May Be Ticking Or Roaning
Standard: Head: Broad skull, strong with rounded cheeks. Eyes: Brown in color. Ears: Folded, with upper half covered in
hair. 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. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Body: Broad
in front, rectangular, and moderately sized. Legs: Forelegs are straight and strong. Hind legs are muscular with stifles and
hocks well bent. Feet: Small and compact, with arched toes and thick pads. Tail: Long, hangs straight. Movement: Good reach,
with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Group: Mastiff
Height : 14-16 In. Weight: 24-38 Lbs. Coat: Short, Smooth, And Sleek; Lays Tight To The Body
Color: Red, Beige, White, Black, Blue, Or Brindle; With Or Without White Markings
Standard: Head: Short with pronounced cheek muscles, broad skull. Eyes: Dark, medium-sized, round. Ears: Half-prick or
rose; medium-sized. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor
or level. Neck: Short to medium length and muscular. Chest: Wide front with well sprung ribs. Body: Level topline. Legs: Well-boned
and straight. Hindquarters should be well muscled. Feet: Strong, medium sized, thickly padded. Tail: Medium length, undocked,
set low. Movement: Strong and driving, yet very agile. Temperament: Protective and aloof with strangers.
Stephens Stock Group: Hound
Other Names: Stephens Cur Height : 16-23 In. Weight: 33-55 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Smooth Color: Black, With A Few White Markings Permitted
Standard: Head: Small head and narrow muzzle. Eyes: Any color or combination of color. Ears: Medium in length and hanging,
with top of ear level with top of head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or 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. Hind legs should have stifles
well angulated and hocks set low to ground. Feet: Strong and medium in length. Tail: Rat like tail. Movement: Good reach,
with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Stichelhaar Group: Gun Dog
Other Names: Deutscher Stichelhaariger Vorstehhund, German Broken Height : 21-26 In. Weight: 44 Lbs. Coat: 1 1/2 Inches
Long, Bristly, And Hard; Only A Moderate Amount Of Mustache, Eyebrows, And Feathering Of Belly, Chest, And Legs. Color: Brown
And White Mixed, In Roan Or Spotted Pattern. Standard: Head: Smooth skull, with size proportioned to body. Color is always
liver or black. Eyes: Medium size, oval, and chestnut in color. Ears: Broad, set high, and 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: Fairly
long, strong, slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep and broad, with well sprung ribs. Chest reaches elbows. Body: Slightly
longer in length than height. Legs: Strong and well muscled. Feet: Round with toes arched. Tail: Docked to two-fifths of its
natural length. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Strellufstover Group: Hound
Other Names: Danish Dachbrake Height : 12-15 In. Weight: 33-40 Lbs. Coat: Short, Thick, And Tight To The Body, Slight
Fringe On Tail Color: Any Color, With White Markings
Standard: Head: Chiseled and wedge shaped. Eyes: Medium, almond shaped and light brown in color. Ears: Medium length,
broad, and hanging close to cheeks. Muzzle: Medium size and well proportioned to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according
to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length, thick and strong. Chest: Narrow, but not too deep. Body: Back is long,
with a dip behind the withers. Loin muscular and slightly arched. Legs: Forelegs and hind legs are short, straight and muscular.
Feet: Round, with toes close together. Tail: Saber curve. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament:
Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Stumpy-Tail Cattle Dog Group: Herding
Height : 17-20 In. Weight: 35-50 Lbs. Coat: Medium Short, Straight, Dense, Harsh Color: Red Speckled With Darker Red Marking
On Head; Blue Speckled With Black Markings On Head
Standard: Head: Balanced with the body. Eyes: Medium sized and oval shape. Ears: Broad at the base, set wide apart on
the head and of medium size. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Medium length and extremely strong. Chest: Deep and muscular, with well-sprung ribs. Body: Level back
that slopes at rump. Legs: Forelegs should be perfectly straight when viewed from the front. Hind legs are broad, strong,
muscular and straight from the hocks to the feet when viewed from the back. Feet: Round with short toes. Tail: Natural bobtail,
may not exceed four inches in adults. Movement: Good reach, with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited,
with good movement.
Styrian Roughhaired Mnt. Hound Group: Hound
Other Names: Steirischer Rauhaarige Hochgebirgsbrack Height : 17-23 In. Weight: 33-45 Lbs.
Coat: Short And Straight; Rough, Not Wiry, No Shine Color: Red Or Reddish Yellow
Standard: Head: Medium sized, with slightly arched skull. Eyes: Brown to yellow in color. Ears: Large, hanging flat and
close to cheeks. Muzzle: Medium and tapering to a point. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or
level. Neck: Moderate length, somewhat arched and strong. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep, with belly drawn up. Body: Back is
straight and strong, with muscular loins. Longer than it is tall. Legs: Moderately high, firm and well angulated. Feet: Strong,
round, and compact, with arched toes and hard pads. Tail: Medium length, carried straight. Movement: Good reach, with well
balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Sussex Spaniel Group: Gun Dog
Height : 13-16 In. Weight: 35-45 Lbs. Coat: Moderately Long; Thick, Flat, And Silky With Abundant Feathering Color: Golden
Liver, No White Spot On Chest Is Permitted
Standard: Head: Moderately long and wide, square muzzle. Eyes: Large and soft, hazel in color. Ears: Set moderately low,
fairly large, lobe-shaped, carried close to head. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level.
Neck: Short, strong and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest: Round, rib cage is long and well sprung. Body: Lowest to the
ground of all the Spaniel family. Long and somewhat massive. Legs: Bony and muscular, short and strong. Feet: Large and round,
hair between toes. Tail: Docked from 5-7 inches, set low, carried level with or below level of back. Movement: Good reach,
with well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
Swedish Lapphund Group: Northern
Other Names: Lapplandska Spetz, Swedish Lappspitz Height : 17 1/2-20 In. Weight: 44 Lbs. Coat: Long, Thick, And Stiff,
Except On The Head, Muzzle, And Legs; Fringing On Back Of Legs, Belly, And Tail; Heavy Underwool Color: Black, Dark Chestnut,
Chestnut, Or Liver; With Or Without White Marks Standard: Head: Wedge shaped with broad skull and prominent muzzle. Eyes:
Dark, fairly large. Ears: Triangular, set high. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite: Scissor or level. Neck:
Supple, without dewlap. Topline: Level. Chest: Deep. Body: Medium-sized, square body, deep, compact, muscular. Legs: Forelegs
straight, hind legs to the rear. Feet: Short, toes close together. Tail: Plumed, curled over back. Movement: Good reach, with
well balanced movement. Temperament: Energetic, free-spirited, with good movement.
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