He is naturally well groomed, proud, animated, and alert. Characteristic traits are his elegant head, his short glossy and predominantly white coat, coupled with a predominantly solid head, and his short high-set tail. Slightly longer in bitches is acceptable. Overall balance is important. The head is elegant, balanced and expressive with no indication of coarseness.
Expression is intelligent, alert, eager and full of interest.
The eyes are full, round and somewhat prominent, yet never bulging, with a soft intelligent expression. They are set well apart, not slanted, and fit well together into the sockets. The ears are erect, pointed, inverted V-shaped, set high and close together, but never touching. The size is in proportion to the head and body. Ears not erect on any dog over six months of age.