Description

An athletic dog, strong and agile; the name describes its motionless stance when pointing out the game with it nose.

Head

The muzzle is slightly concave, with the nose raised.

Eyes

Hazel or chestnut, varying with coat colour.

Ears

Lie flat to the head, and are of medium length.

Tail

Long and tapering, and lashes form side to side in movement.

Body

Muscular thighs, front legs straight.

Coat

Smooth and shiny, with no feathering.

Colour

Lemon and white; orange and white; liver and white; black and white; self-colours and tricolours also allowed.

Sizes

Dogs height 55.9cm(22-27 in), bitches height 53.3-66cm (21-26in); weight 20-30 Kg (44-66lb)
Origin: an outstanding dog, the result of much crossbreeding; it become established at the beginning of this century.

Personality

A clever and affectionate dog, tolerant of children and obedient, with a good sense of smell.