Mi-Ki

Mi-Ki is pronounced Me-Key. It has a small "apple domed" head, with a well defined stop. (The International Mi-Ki Registry's, Mi-Ki heads are rounded, but not domed.) They have a short wide muzzle with a well defined stop (the region where the muzzle joins the skull), a muzzle that is pushed in or long and narrow are considered major faults. The Muzzle length varies from 1/2 inch in length to 1 1/2 inches. The teeth are level to slightly undershot.<br /> <br /> The eyes are large, round and set well apart, dark is most desirable, but blue with a blue colored coat and brown or ruby with a brown colored coat are acceptable. The nose is medium in size and flat on top with wide nostrils, never pinched. Generally the nose is black but can be self-colored on brown or lighter coated dogs. The ears are VERY MOBILE! The Mi-Ki ears can be carried erect or dropped. Both ear types are capable of "winging" their ears when extremely excited. Both ears must be either erect or dropped. All ears must be feathered. The neck is of medium length, and should never appear short or thick. Although the Mi-Ki appears Cobby, the body is slightly longer than the height, measured at the shoulders. The back line is straight and level. The chest is of medium depth. The ribs are well sprung. The forequarters have a well developed shoulder that is laid back to allow freedom of movement. The forelegs are always straight and never bowed.<br /> <br /> Feathering must be present. The hindlegs are parallel when viewed from behind. Dew claws are usually removed, however some clubs state leaving the front due claws as optional. The Feet are hare-like in shape, thin and elongated. ALL FOUR FEET must be shaved. When relaxed, the front feet may turn slightly outwards. The feet are dainty and slightly webbed. The tail is set high and carried gaily and well arched over the body with fringing. There are two coat types smooth and long. The Smooth Coat lies close to the body and skull with no presence of a beard or mustache on the face, and has short fringing on the ears and on both the front and rear legs and the tail. The Long Coat is fine, silky and straight, with long feathering on the ears and on both the front and rear legs, and on the tail.<br /> <br /> The Long-Coated Mi-Ki may have a Beard and Mustache and must have a neatly shaved head. All colors are acceptable, including Dilute Colors. Solid colors are rare and highly prized. The gait should be light and smooth with a free flowing action and when viewed from the front or rear it should be straight and true. The general appearance should be one of elegance and grace, with long silky non-shedding hair.