When viewed from the rear, the hocks are parallel to each other. Coat Short and dense, smooth and close lying. Shiny and covers the body without bald spots. A hard coat should not be penalized. In the reds, a rich vibrant medium to dark shade is preferred.
Pencil marks on the toes are acceptable.
Any white markings on the dog are undesirable. A few white hairs do not constitute a marking. Gait Strong, free, well-balanced gait, with good reach in front and strong drive behind. At the trot the back remains firm and level, without swaying, rolling, or roaching. When viewed from the rear, the feet, though they may appear to travel close, must not cross or strike each other. Fault- hackney gait.