A scissors bite is strongly preferred but a level bite is acceptable. NOSE - Nose is fully pigmented and liver in color. The eyes are set into the skull, but not too deep, and wide apart. They are medium sized and slightly oval in shape, giving an intelligent expression. Eye color is yellow or amber, with no preference given to dogs whose eye color matches the shade of their coat.
Eyelids are close-fitting, and eye rims match the nose pigment.
EARS - Ears are small and drop, and set on high. Ear leather is of medium thickness and hangs loosely. The neck is of medium length, blending smoothly into well laid back shoulders, giving a sturdy, muscular appearance. The neck is free of throatiness. The shoulder blades are long and well laid back.