Dog Size Directory.
Most pedigree dog breeds are grouped into three
general categories:- Small,
Medium. Large.
There is often an overlap, some bigger "small" dogs
can sometimes be defined as medium and likewise some smaller "large"
dogs may be classified as medium.
Some other groupings are sometimes seen, Toy dogs, Teacup dogs
(both very small dogs) and Giant dogs
|
For
many people, the average adult size of a dog breed can
be a very important factor when choosing a dog.
The size of a breed can often provide a useful guide,
certain characteristics are often shared by dog size groups.
Many big dog breeds will usually eat more, need more exercise
and can be prone to certain health problems.
Medium size dogs will often be bred from working breeds.
the size by most big dogs, and Small sized dogs can be
bundles of energy often with barking tendencies.
|
The
generally accepted groupings for dog sizes are:-
These
size ranges are only general classifications because dog sizes
can vary a great deal, even within the breed classification system.
Often bigger "small" dogs will overlap into the medium
size range and larger "medium" size dogs could enter
the large dog range
|
top of page |
|
