Deep,
shiny coal black, without rustiness, and
with lustrous tan (chestnut red) markings;
black penciling on toes and black streak
under jaw permissible.
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Coat Type
Short
and fine on head, fronts of legs and tips
of ears; moderately long over rest of
body, flat and free from curl.
Height
24.5 - 26 inches
Weight
56 - 65 lbs.
Life Span
10 - 12 Years
Litter Size
8
Health
Concerns
Hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy,
epilepsy.
From Phil, Malvern, UK Don't be misled by the soft expression! Gordons (especially the males)
can be stubborn, independent creatures. Motivate a Gordon, and he'll do
anything for you (it's amazing how much more intelligent they get when there's a
sniff of cheese...) but don't ever expect collie-like servility. Gordons enjoy
life - their way. If you've got room for an independent (eccentric?)
spirit in your life, great. If not, get something else.
