COLOR: Blonde, Buttermilk Buckskin, Yellow, Black, Brindle, or Blue and variations of these colors. White points are permitted.
HEAD: Dome flat, wide between eyes, heavy muzzle, short to medium ears set high with full control, eyes dark, prominent, and expressive. Neck strong and muscular.
BODY: Deep broad chest, back straight and strong, coat smooth or rough with a soft fine undercoat.
TAIL: Natural bob or bobbed preferred but full length with high carriage permitted.
FEET: Cat paw type, stong and well muscled, set for speed, dew claws preferred.
LEGS: Straight, muscular, set for speed.
VOICE: Open, semi-open, or silent on track with good clear bark that can preferably be heard a long distance.
HEIGHT: Males at shoulder: 18-26 inches, Females at shoulder 16-24 inches.
WEIGHT: In proportion to height and body structure.
CHARACTERISTICS: Strong treeing and hunting instinct, cold nose for winding ability but will take the best tracks and will run to catch. Will circle and drift on a cold track until they can run it hot. Easily discouraged from unwanted game. Courageous fighters on dangerous game. They have a desire to please thier masters. if given the chance they can be taught to perform any task. The more human contact they have, the better they respond to training. They will make great companions and watch dogs if given a chance.