Masked is a free marking that darkens the fur on the face of your lirse.
Design notes:
It must always be darker than the base coat, but never black.
It may have a hard, textured, or soft edge. This marking may not have a gradient edge.
Red represents maximum range, blue represents minimum size.
A maximum of 2 holes may be present, and they must be symmetrical, such as eye holes.
CORRECT -The holes on this mask are on either side of the head.
INCORRECT - This masked would have 4 holes if it's symmetrical, and is asymmetrical if not. Both are incorrect!
A white band, or a paler band of the base coat, may be present around the marking! This band must remain within the maximum range.
Masked surrounded by a white band.
Here, masked surrounded by a band paler than the base coat.
See raccoons and ferrets for inspiration!
Good examples of Masked: