A moderate wedge with brow, cheek and profile lines with gentle contours. There should be a slight rise from the bridge of the nose to the forehead which should be high with good width between the ears. From the front a shallow indentation should form the muzzle, in profile a slight nose break is essential, a firm chin and elegant neck.
The Somali – Ears
The Somali Ears
Set wide apart, but not low, broad at the base, proportionally large, pricked, well cupped and tufted. Inner edge well furnished with long hair.
The Somali – Eyes
The Somali Eyes
Large almond shaped, set obliquely and well apart, expressive and bright. Accentuated by a dark surround encircled by lighter coloured ‘spectacles’. Short dark ‘pencil’ lines at either edge of the eye, the inner one vertical, the outer one pointing towards the ear. Colour amber, hazel or green: the richer the better.
The Somali – Body
The Somali Body
Firm, lithe and muscular of medium size, Foreign type with a level back.
The Somali – Legs and Feet
Somali Legs & Feet
Long legs, Feet oval with tufts between the toes.
The Somali – Coat
The Somali Coat
The Somali coat should be long, well furnished, broad at the base and tapering slightly with a full brush. Length to balance the body.