Eye rims are dark. Ears are small, V-shaped, carried erect and set not too far apart. Well proportioned and very compact. The back is rather short, the back line level, with height at shoulder the same as at the rump. Hind legs straight when viewed from behind, but stifles are moderately bent when viewed from the sides.
Feet are round with black toenails.
Dewclaws, if any, are generally removed from the hind legs. Dewclaws on the forelegs may be removed. Docked to a medium length and carried slightly higher than the level of the back. Quality, texture and quantity of coat are of prime importance. Hair is glossy, fine and silky in texture.