The phrase "breed stereotypes" means to form unfair generalizations or assumptions about a particular group based on their characteristics or identity. Full definition
It's a good read for anyone in animal welfare, or city government, that may make you question what you think you know about breed stereotypes, and what science tells us. (btoellner.typepad.com)
Learn how the combination of breed stereotypes and breed guesses often works against the best interests of dogs and adopters — and why more shelters are choosing breed - free ways to describe the dogs in their care. (animalsheltering.org)
My first personal experience with breed stereotypes occurred only a couple years ago, when I was walking my sister's dog, Bojey — a medium, short - haired dog with a muscular build and big head — and my dog, Charlie, a skinny, tall dog with a long muzzle and medium - length fur. (animalsheltering.org)