Appearance: Sturdy, compact, solid, small dog with good bone, short, smooth coat. No point exaggerated, balance essential. Large domed head with short muzzle. Dark eyes & bat shaped ears. Tail is not docked and normally short.
Temperament: Vivacious, deeply affectionate, intelligent.
Characteristics: Full of courage, yet with clown-like qualities. Bat ears and short undocked tail essential features of the breed.
Colour: Brindle, fawn or pied.
Coat: Short, smooth & fine.