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An incorrect conformation point is known as a Fault .


COMMON CONFORMATION POINTS

  • Coat , includes colour, type, length, pattern and tactile quality

  • Quality, quantity and distribution of markings

  • Temperament (should be characteristic of breed) and general attitude


  • Head shape; colour of head

  • Bite (how the teeth meet when the jaws are closed)

  • Eye shape and colour

  • Shape, set and carriage of ears


  • Size of animal

  • Ratio of animal’s height to its length

  • Skin health (and often pigmentation)

  • Gait (quality and style of stride and general movement)

  • Grooming , in breeds where that applies

  • Tail shape, set and carriage

  • Shape of feet


There are many other qualifiers, and many specifics within these. For example, in some breeds, ''skin'' must include an assessment of the quality of the wrinkles. In some breeds, an examination of the mouth includes measurement and judging of the flews, in most others, this does not apply.