Greater Swiss Mountain Dog — breed standard (AKC: size, coat, temperament, type)

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog — breed standard (AKC: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The topcoat is dense and about 1¼ to 2 inches long, always with an undercoat beneath.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The base coat colour is black, set off by rich rust and white markings.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is a striking, tri-coloured, large and powerful dog of sturdy, heavy bone, described as bold, faithful and a willing worker.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Height is 25½–28½ inches for dogs and 23½–27 for bitches, with body length to height near a 10-to-9 ratio.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Eyes are almond-shaped and brown (dark preferred); a blue eye disqualifies.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Disqualifying colours are anything other than the black/rust/white tri-colour (including blue-charcoal or red-and-white versions) and a blue eye.