Appearance: Medium sized, long barrel shaped body, with short stocky legs. Skin is loose & folded. Head long & narrow. Eyes dark. Ears hang to the side of the head. Tail long stern, carried upright.
Temperament: Loyal, Placid, never aggressive or timid. Affectionate.
Characteristics: Tenacious hound of ancient lineage which hunts by scent, possessing a pack instinct, a deep melodious voice and capable of great endurance in the field.
Colour: Generally black, white and tan (tricolour); lemon and white (bicolour).
Coat: Smooth, short and close without being too fine.