Straight, seen from behind. HIND LEGS - Thighs are broad and well muscled. The hock is distinct. FEET Feet are oval shaped, with tight, slightly arched toes. Pads are hard.
Nails are short, possibly dark.
TAIL Innately short or rudimentary, or very shortly docked. The breed is double coated. The whole body is covered with a long, dense, shaggy, thick coat. The undercoat is soft and dense. Characteristically, long hanging hair covers the eyes.