Dogs displaying a slight seasonal fading of nose pigment should not be penalized. The skin pigmentation of the muzzle around the nose may be gray, spotted, or absent but preference should be given to the stronger pigmentation. In profile, the nose is on the same line as the top of the muzzle and extends somewhat beyond the lower jaw. Complete lack of pigmentation on nose. Eye color may range from golden brown to dark brown with darker color preferred.
Expression is intelligent, alert, and kindly.
Eye rims are tight and solidly colored either black or dark brown. Eyelashes are white. The ears are pendant, V-shaped, and slightly rounded at the tips. The ears are set rather high and lie flat to the skull. When pulled toward the eye, the ear should extend at least to the outer edge of the eye and no farther than to the inner corner of the eye.