
Sable: Red sable in any of the patterns.

Shorthair and Wirehair varieties should be represented with tipping not solid colour. Shading-coloured eartips are typical for this breed and may be present even if the dog has no shading elsewhere, regardless of variety.
Grizzle: Dark Red Grizzle (regular) is accepted.

Brindle:




Tan: One of these combos, always in the traditional pattern













Merle: Red, blue, isabella or slate merle (strict). Must always have tan points, see above for accepted combinations. Merle is often called dapple in this breed. The most preferred distribution of dark and light areas is 50/50.
White Markings: Allowed on all of the above as a chest spot, no larger than approximately the size of the eye.