Formosan Mountain Dog
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There are two small types of the Formosan Mountain Dog; one is about 40 cm tall at the shoulder, and the other is around 30 cm. However, the latter one was not found during the research conducted by Dr. Sung Yung-yi in 1976. The medium type of the Formosan Mountain Dog has a shoulder height under 50 cm, with a firm and fit body, slim waist, big chest, and half-covered ears. The most common type of these three right now is the medium-sized dog. Its color can range from black to earthy yellow or yellowish brown, and the nose is black.[3]
Dr. Sung of National Taiwan University and Mr. Ming Jie, Xu of Formosan Dog & Guard Dogs Breeding Center described a typical Formosan as having almond eyes, firm jaw strength, black coating on the tongue, a triangular face, thin prick ears, and a sickle tail. The tail is upright or curved with a thick fur coat, but the belly is hairless; the tail is used to warm the belly, and may even be long enough to protect the snout from insects. The dog is also well known for being well-balanced.
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