The coarse guard coat stands out, and there is thick fur around the neck. The guard coat varies in length as does the undercoat, but in general the coat should be of medium length along the sides of the body, increasing somewhat around the shoulders and neck, down the back and over the croup as well as in the breeching and plume. Always with white on the underbody, parts of legs, feet and part of mask markings. The markings should be either caplike or masklike on the face. A white blaze on the forehead, white collar or a spot on the nape is acceptable and attractive.
Broken color extending over the body in spots of uneven splashing is undesirable.
The only solid color allowable is all white. However, size consideration should not outweigh that of type, proportion and function. The dog nearest the ideal freight size is preferred. GAIT Steady, balanced, tireless gait. The hind legs should move true in line with movement of the front legs with tremendous power, not too close or too wide.