I believe its a fault. It states in the AKC standards they should have an 'apple' shaped head with a shorter nose then the typical 'dear' shaped heads. I had hopes of possible breeding Tequila when I got her but I knew right away she was going to be bigger then standard and her head shape was not right....but since KJ said to breed the dear head bitches with the apple studs maybe it isnt a fault.... :? Soooo much more i need to learn :wink: