Sentences with phrase «conformation of a specific breed»

Not exact matches

From August 2009 through August 2010 ASHGI conducted a breed health survey which included questions specific to the conformation of tails as well as questions associated with NBT.

Good breeders may compete with their dogs in conformation (which judge how closely dogs match their breed standard), obedience trials (which judge how well dogs perform specific sets of tasks on command), or tracking and agility trials.

I will select breeding pairs with the specific goal of producing the best health, conformation, temperament, and coats.

Health and Temperament should be held to the highest standard possible for English Cocker Spaniels but, because of a field bred dog's specific purpose, its physical appearance and natural instincts will differ from that of the dog bred for conformation (the show ring).

For example, show horses have a registered name, that is, the name under which they are registered as a purebred with the appropriate breed registry, and purebred dogs intended for the sport of conformation showing must be registered with the kennel club in which they will compete; and although there are no specific naming requirements, there are many traditions that may be observed in naming.