Breeds

Breed Standards

All Breeds

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..

Clumber Spaniel

Last updated: 14 Sep 2011
Cocker Spaniel

Last updated: 09 Oct 2012
Cocker Spaniel (American)

Last updated: 01 Mar 2018
Collie (Rough)

Last updated: 05 Aug 2009
Collie (Smooth)

Last updated: 05 Aug 2009
Coton De Tulear

Last updated: 09 Dec 2015
Curly Coated Retriever

Last updated: 23 Jan 2015
Dachshund - Standard Long, Standard Smooth, Standard Wire, Miniature Long, Miniature Smooth, Miniature Wire

Last updated: 23 Feb 2016
Dachshund Rabbit Long, Dachshund Rabbit Smooth, Dachshund Rabbit Wire

Last updated: 21 Jan 2021
Dalmatian

Last updated: 11 Apr 2013

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.