* Size: Medium-sized canids with an average weight of 20 to 35 kg (44 to 77 lbs) and a length of 90 to 115 cm (35 to 45 in). Tail adds another 35 to 40 cm (14 to 16 in).
* Body: Slender, long-legged, and built for endurance with a narrow chest and a sloping back.
* Head: Narrow with a short, blunt snout and large, rounded ears.
* Ears: Notably larger and rounder compared to other canids. They help the dogs dissipate heat and cool down efficiently.
* Eyes: Dark, amber-colored, and almond-shaped.
* Tail: Bushy, slightly longer than half of the body length, and white-tipped. It serves as an important signaling device during communication and hunting.
* Fur: Short and smooth with a coat pattern consisting of a mix of yellow, black, and white colors in varying proportions, giving them a unique and striking appearance.
Body Features:
* Shoulder Height: Around 50 to 65 cm (20 to 26 in) at the shoulder.
* Teeth: Specialized for hunting, with larger carnassial molars for shearing meat and premolar teeth adapted for crushing bones.
* Scent Glands: Located around the eyes, on the cheeks, and between the pads of their feet, allowing them to mark their territory and communicate through scent.
* Communication: Use a wide variety of vocalizations and body postures to communicate, including distinctive chirping and whistling sounds, as well as tail and ear gestures.