NCIt definition : A muscular, active, intelligent and loyal family dog. They were bred for hunting and
guarding, and maintain many of those instincts, although they are mostly companion
dogs. The ridge on the back is formed by the hair growing in the opposite direction
from the rest of the coat. The coat is short and smooth. Colors include solid blue,
black, red, or fawn. The average height range is 20-24 inches and the average weight
range is 35-75 pounds.;