Glossary
Breed
A variety of domestic dog or domestic cat with distinctive and uniform characteristics, as defined in a breed standard, and achieved by selective breeding.
Breed standards are written by breed clubs and associations, and approved and registered with governing bodies.
Breed standards are written by breed clubs and associations, and approved and registered with governing bodies.
Governing Body
Dog governing bodies include: The Kennel Club (UK), American Kennel Club AKC, United Kennel Clubs International, Australian National Kennel Council and New Zealand Kennel Club.
Cat governing bodies include: Governing Council of the Cat Fancy GCCF (UK), Cat Fanciers' Association CFA (USA) and The International Cat Association TICA.
Cat governing bodies include: Governing Council of the Cat Fancy GCCF (UK), Cat Fanciers' Association CFA (USA) and The International Cat Association TICA.
Breed Standard
A written standard that lists the attributes that are desirable in a breed of dog or cat.
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