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an apparent black at birth to the mature gray blue or blue gray. The color passes through one or more
transitions-involving a very dark blue (darker than deep slate), shades or tinges of brown, and mixtures of
these, together with a progressive infiltration of the correct mature color. The time needed for this
"clearing" process varies with each dog. Small white markings are permissible. Black on the muzzle,
head, ears, tail and feet is permissible at any age. A black dog 18 months of age or older is never
permissible in the show ring and is to be disqualified. Disqualification - A black dog 18 months of age or
older is to be disqualified. (White markings on a black dog 18 months of age or older does not constitute
clearing or mature color and the dog is to be disqualified.)
Gait: Full freedom of action. The elbows hanging perpendicularly to the body and working clear of the
sides in movement; both forelegs and hind legs should move straight forward when traveling, the stifles
turning neither in nor out.
Disqualifications: A black dog 18 months of age or older is to be disqualified. (White markings on a
black dog 18 months of age or older does not constitute clearing or mature color and the dog is to be
disqualified.)
Approved October 10, 2005
Effective January 1, 2006