Nederlandse Kooikerhondje — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Nederlandse Kooikerhondje — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The Nederlandse Kooikerhondje originates in The Netherlands and is used as a sporting and companion dog for duck decoying.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The FCI classifies it in Group 8 (Retrievers – Flushing Dogs), Section 2 (Flushing Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The ideal height at the withers is 40 cm for males and 38 cm for females, with a tolerance of 2 cm over or 3 cm under.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat shows distinct patches of clear orange-red on pure white; a blaze runs down the head.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is described as a friendly, alert and intelligent companion, with 42 teeth in the full dentition.

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* In action the well-feathered tail is carried gaily, waving roughly level with the back.