Japanese Terrier — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Japanese Terrier — breed standard (FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Japanese Terrier originates in Japan and is classified by the FCI as a Toy Dog in Group 3 (Terriers), Section 2 (Small sized Terriers).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Height at the withers for both males and females is approximately 30 to 33 cm.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is short (about 2 mm in length) and glossy.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* Accepted colours are tricolour (black, tan and white head) and white with black markings.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The described temperament is swift, lively and alert.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The ears are set high, moderately small, thin and V-shaped, dropping forward; the tail is traditionally docked in the country of origin.