Eyes: almond-shaped, dark, slanting. Ears: medium size, triangular.

Body: powerful, well-developed, deep chest, level back, very muscular loin.

Tail: full, carried curved over the back.

Forequarters: legs strong, straight, and muscular.

Hindquarters: broad and very muscular thighs. Strong, well-balanced hocks.

Coat: thick outer coat; thick, wooly undercoat.

Colour: usually wolf grey or black and white.