T/CWDMA 001-2021 Standard for the Division of Dog Body Size Groups
T/CWDMA 001-2021
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Scope
Scope: This standard specifies the criteria for the classification of dog body types. This standard applies to existing standardized dog breeds, newly bred dog breeds, and hybrid dog breeds. This standard provides a reference guide for dog management departments, working dog use departments, dog industry organizations, professional institutions related to dogs, service industries, and production units. Main technical content: 4. Dog body type classification standards 4.1 Criteria for dog body type classification Dogs are divided into three groups based on their body type: a) Large dog group: Dogs with a body height of more than 55cm. b) Medium dog group: Dogs with a body height between 35.1 and 54.9cm. c) Small dog group: Dogs with a body height of less than 35cm. 4.2 Body type classification of existing dog breeds (332 species)