Illustrated Coat Markings Guide
The images below are for general coat marking comparison only. Actual shadings and patterns will vary by individual dog.
Face Markings
Cap
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A cap of color covers the top of the head and ears usually coming to a point in the center of the forehead. |
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Goggles
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Dark areas under the eyes and extending sideways to the cap. |
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Bar
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A dark area extending from the center point of the cap down the nose. |
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Eye Shadow
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Dark markings under the eyes but not extending out to the cap. |
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Star
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A small white spot in the center of the forehead. |
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Blaze
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A white mark extending from the center point of the cap back up the forehead. Width and length can vary. |
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Closed Face
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Dark coloring covering the face with no distinct markings on the face. |
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Open Face
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A cap covering the top of the head and no other markings on the face. |
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Full Mask
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The combination of cap, goggles and bar. |
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Mask
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The combination of cap and goggles. |
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Chest Markings
Necklace
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A curving band of dark color across the chest. |
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Eagle
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Two bands of dark color protruding partially across the chest, forming a pattern resembling the eagle emblem. |
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Neck Area
Collar
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A white band of color encircling the neck. |
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Wither Spot
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A white mark varying in size but centered on the withers or at the base of the neck. |
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Mismarkings
Mismarkings |
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Undesirable, uneven splashings. |
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