Breeds

Breed Standards

Group 7 (Non Sporting)

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..

Australasian Bosdog

Last updated: 30 Jun 2022
Boston Terrier

Last updated: 21 May 2009
British Bulldog

Last updated: 02 Apr 2020
Canaan Dog

Last updated: 01 Jun 1999
Chow Chow

Last updated: 05 Aug 2009
Dalmatian

Last updated: 11 Apr 2013
Eurasier

Last updated: 02 Jul 2009
French Bulldog

Last updated: 01 Dec 2021
German Spitz (Mittel & Klein)

Last updated: 22 Feb 2017
Great Dane

Last updated: 29 Apr 2016

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.