Sport Dog SynDicate Registry

OFFICIAL BREED STANDARD

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GENERAL APPEARANCE

The French Terrier is a compact, athletic, & functionally structured sporting terrier developed for performance, versatility, & mental stability. The breed displays a low center of gravity, lean musculature, & balanced proportions supporting agility, endurance, & controlled power.

Dogs must appear alert, composed, and physically capable, free from exaggeration. All structural elements must serve functional purpose.

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SIZE & PROPORTION

Height: 12–14 inches at the withers

Weight: 15–30 lbs

Proportion: Slightly longer than tall, forming a tight, efficient frame

Balance: Forequarters & hindquarters equally developed

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TEMPERAMENT

Intelligent, driven, & responsive

Alert & environmentally aware

Loyal with strong handler engagement

Confident & composed

Independent yet trainable

Uncontrolled aggression or instability constitutes a fault. The ideal specimen is clear-headed, disciplined, & purposeful.

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HEAD

Skull: Moderately broad, clean

Muzzle: Medium length, proportional, slightly tapering

Stop: Defined, not abrupt

Lips: Tight & clean

Eyes: Dark, alert expression preferred

Ears: Natural; rose or *cropped*

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NECK

Medium length, slightly arched

Muscular, blending smoothly into the shoulders

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FRONT ASSEMBLY

Shoulders moderately laid back

Forelegs straight with adequate bone

Pasterns firm with slight flexibility

Chest to elbow depth

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BODY

Topline: Level or slight rise over the loin

Back: Strong & firm

Loin: Short, muscular

Ribcage: Moderate spring with defined tuck-up

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REAR ASSEMBLY

Well-muscled with moderate angulation

Built for drive & stability

Hocks low-set & straight when viewed from the rear

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FEET

Compact with tight, well-arched toes

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TAIL

Nubbin

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COAT

Short, smooth, & close-lying

Functional & low maintenance

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COLOR & PIGMENTATION

Accepted Colors:

Black

Buckskin

Red 

(Black mask preferred where expressed)

Pigmentation:

Nose: Black or Red 

Eye rims & skin pigment must complement coat color

Disqualifications: Any Color Not Listed As Accepted

Albinism

Merle 

Blue

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MOVEMENT

Movement must be efficient, balanced, & purposeful, demonstrating coordinated reach & drive, structural soundness, and no wasted motion.

Gait must reflect sustained athletic capability.

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CONDITION

Dogs must be presented in lean, muscular condition with visible definition. Excess weight or softness is undesirable.

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BREED TYPE

Compact sporting terrier, versatile, controlled, & civil in nature.

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PURPOSE

"CIVIL" Sport Companion (D.I.A.L.E.D_IN)

It is expected to work with drive, control, and clarity, excelling in structured activities while maintaining natural CIVIL awareness. The Breed is defined by its stability, obedience, and ability to discern real threats from neutral situations. It must remain composed under pressure, respond only when necessary, and function as a reliable, socially stable companion with true working ability. Determined Intelligent Alert Loyal Eager Disciplined...

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REGISTRY STATEMENT

The Sport Dog Syndicate Registry (SDSR) recognizes the French Terrier as a developing functional sporting breed established through structural soundness, stable temperament, & performance-based selection. #HueblotTMBTD