Back Legs- Strong in thigh, slight angulation in hock. Stifle neither turned in or out. FLAW; cow hocked or bowed.
Tuck- Up slightly.
Elbows- Held close and perpendicular to body. FLAW; turned in or out.
Feet- Oval and compact.
Front Legs- Straight feet pointed forward. FLAW; turned in or out. Bow legged.
Chest- Fairly deep, well ribbed. FLAW; too narrow or excessive barrel chested.
Coat- Short, smooth, shiny. FLAW; too thin.
Colors- Black, white, blue, red, apricot, lemon, charcoal, chocolate or liver. Browns (sable, fawn, tan), chocolate and liver must have chocolate, liver, or red nose.
Markings- With white, with tan, with white and tan and with black.
Patterns- Tri, piebald, bi, solid, brindle (on face only), pearl (new).
Movement- Smooth flowing legs moving straight, agile.
Temperment- Quiet, playful & keen hunting instincts.
Disqualifications- A dog that can not be brought under control. Monorchid and Cryptorchid. Brindle on body other than face, merle color.
Character- Pleasant, easy to get along with, quick, alert, agile. True terrier, a superb ratter. Active outdoors, wonderful house pet, companion and watchdog. Sturdy.
Flaw means: Points will be taken off a particular trait. It does not mean the dog can not compete.
Courtesy of Universal Kennel Club.
