Morphological characteristics of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a size comparison Large dogs require a relatively large space for activities and are less likely to be kept at home. The morphological characteristics of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog are generally observed from the dog's head, front and rear quarters, coat, color, temperament, etc. So what are the specific characteristics of this dog? Let’s take a look.
Head < p>The expression is lively and gentle. The eyes are dark brown, medium in size, neither deep nor protruding, with eyelids close to the eyeballs. Eye sockets black. The ears are of medium size, set high at the base, triangular in shape, slightly rounded at the tip. When at rest, the ears droop and lie close to the head. When he is alert, his ears are raised at the base and turned forward. The tops of the ears are level with the top of the head. The head is flat and broad, with a slight stop. The skull is of the same length as the muzzle. The muzzle is blunt, not sharp. The muzzle is strong and straight, and the nose is black. The lips are neat and tidy, belonging to the clean lip variety. Only the upper lip is slightly developed. The bite is a scissors bite.Neck, Topline, Body The neck is of moderate length, muscular and neat. Topline level from withers to croup. The chest is broad and deep, with the sternum slightly protruding. The withers are high and long. The body is plump and slightly tapered. The ribs are well sprung and the loin is broad and strong. The croup is long and wide, forming a smooth arc from the base of the tail. It is obvious that the tail extends to the hock. The tail hangs down when he is resting and raised when he is excited. Forequarters Shoulders long, sloping and strong. Flat and muscular. Forelegs straight and strong. The ankles are slightly sloping, but never appear slouched. The feet are round and compact, with the toes well arched. Dewclaws can be removed or retained. Hindquarters Thighs are broad, strong and muscular. The stifles are moderately sloping, and the thighs taper toward the hocks. Viewed from behind, the hocks should be as low and straight as possible. Dewclaws must be removed. The feet are round and compact, turning neither in nor out. HairCoat Dense coat, 1 inch to 1.75 incheslong. Sometimes the undercoat appears thick. Color The background color should of course be black. The markings are rich rust and white. Symmetrical markings are ideal. Rusty color appears above the eyes, cheeks, sides of the chest, limbs and under the tail. There are white veins in the muzzle. White markings on the chest are typical, the tip of the tail is white, the paws are white, and the rust color appears between white and black. White patches or white collars are allowed around the neck. Gait The forequarters are extended and stretched, the hindquarters are powerfully driven, and the back remains level. Temperament A courageous, reliable, responsive working dog that is alert and alert. Nervousness or aggressiveness are serious faults. |
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