Breeds

Breed Standards

Group 4 (Hounds)

Breed standards are the guidelines which describe the ideal characteristics, temperament, and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function with soundness essential. Breed Standards for FCI breeds which are not in Australia can be accessed from the FCI website breed standards page..

Harrier

Last updated: 01 Jan 2001
Ibizan Hound

Last updated: 03 Aug 2008
Irish Wolfhound

Last updated: 23 Feb 2017
Norwegian Elkhound

Last updated: 23 Jan 2015
Otterhound

Last updated: 05 Aug 2009
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Last updated: 10 Dec 2009
Pharaoh Hound

Last updated: 02 Mar 2010
Porcelaine

Last updated: 14 Mar 2024
Portuguese Podengo - Small Medium Large Smooth Haired - Small Medium Large Wire Haired

Last updated: 11 Feb 2011
Rhodesian Ridgeback

Last updated: 02 Oct 2000

Please note regular changes occur to rectify typographical and formatting errors and may not strictly pertain to amendments to the actual standard.

Dogs Australia is a not-for-profit organisation advocating for the preservation of purebred dogs through ethical breeding. It champions the highest standard of animal welfare through education and fostering dog-loving communities. Internationally recognised and established in 1958 as the Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), the organisation promotes responsible dog ownership; maintains the ORCHID* heritable canine diseases database; funds research into canine diseases; and supports state and territory-based member bodies. Dogs Australia promotes breed conformation shows and community sports for dogs that fulfil a breed’s natural instincts.