Both heavily wrinkled dogs with large heads and smaller headed dogs with tighter looking skins occur in this breed. They are actually quite popular as pet quality. The unusual horse-coat is rough to the touch, extremely prickly and off-standing. The brush-coated variety has longer hair and a smoother feel. The coat on either variety can be up to one inch in length. Coat colors include all solid colors and sables. There is also a spotted coat, which is a disqualifying fault in the show ring according to AKC standard. The small ears fall forward and the tail is carried in a curl. These dogs have a blue-black tongue. It has a square profile with a broad, full head and wide, padded muzzle.
This dog is very loyal to its handler. It is an intelligent dog that does not always follow orders slavishly. Playful, active, dominant, and brave. They bond with their family, but are not unfriendly toward strangers. If the dog meets cats and children while it is still young, it usually will not have a problem with them. Despite a frowning expression, they are surprisingly easy-going, calm, independent, and devoted. The dog needs a confident handler. If you are too uncertain, too inconstant, too soft, or too mild in the dog’s eyes, it will take over as the boss. These dogs need firm, but gentle and extremely consistent training. They are stubborn and bold and need firm obedience training to establish your leadership. They may refuse commands from family members who have not established leadership over them.
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