Body Measurements and Morphological Evaluation of Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog
Keywords:
Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog, body measurementsAbstract
Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog is the fourth breed of shepherd dog of national interest, formed in the area of the southern Carpathians and the related sub-Carpathian area. The breed is nationally recognized and approved in Romania, with a national breed standard. In order to be internationally approved, breed morphometric studies are required. The purpose of this study is to evaluate body measurements in certain target population of Romanian Raven Shepherd Dog in relation to the national breed standard.
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