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Colours and conformation
Why do Aussies look so different?
30 SECONDS · In a nutshell
The standard accepts black, red, blue merle and red merle. Colour and tail length describe appearance; a photograph does not establish genotype.
APPEARANCE AND GENETICS
What you see and what you can check
A photograph
Shows colour and visible appearance.
A genetic result
Describes the loci or variants tested.
A photograph does not replace a test. UC Davis · Merle · FCI · Recognised colours.
3 MINUTES · The essentials
Structure and coat
Balance and moderation before exaggeration
The FCI standard describes a well-proportioned dog, slightly longer than tall, solid without heaviness and agile in movement. The coat is moderate in length and texture, straight to slightly wavy and weather resistant.
Colour is only one part of appearance. When choosing a companion, also consider temperament, needs and available health information.
Preferred heights from FCI standard No. 342, English version of 05/06/2009 (standard valid from 26/03/2009). The standard describes morphology; it does not certify health or breeding suitability. FCI · standard No. 342 (2009) · UC Davis · Merle
EXPERT · Explore further when you need to
Natural tail, NBT and scientific evidence →From the guide to your Lunamar records
The library explains breed and health concepts. The private platform organises dogs and kennels, preserves evidence, explores pedigrees and records reproduction. Reading a guide does not create records, grant access or confirm a result.
Select the correct kennel and dog, check identity and preserve the source. Review proposed data before accepting it. Available actions depend on permissions, enabled modules and the service scope; publication requires separate authorisation.
For an individual dog, discuss tests and family history with the veterinarian. The system does not diagnose or decide treatment, ovulation or insemination timing. Missing data must remain identified as pending information.
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Application to Lunamar features reviewed on 22 October 2026. Each reading retains the scope of its clinical sources and review dates.