Ears are set on approximately at eye level and hang close to the cheeks. Comparatively small, the leather does not reach to the nose. Gradually narrowing toward the tip, they are shaped somewhat like a vine leaf and are lightly feathered. The length of the muzzle is approximately equal to, but never longer than that of the skull. It is straight, fairly square, and free from excessive flew.
Nostrils are well developed and black or any shade of brown in color.
A pink nose is to be severely penalized. A scissors bite is preferred. An undershot jaw is to be severely penalized. The neck is long and slightly arched, clean in throat, and set into long, sloping shoulders. Topline is level.