1. Color
2. Gender
3. Size
4. Activeness/ Healthiness
5. Bone structure
In the past I wasn’t that concern on the above requirements. After been through those grooming course and competition, these are rather important.
Pet owner might not bother how their pub’s structure. If you are looking for a pedigree dog, these are the basic needs. E.g. West’s ears must be pointed instead of loop. Kerry blue terrier’s tail must be standing instead of pointed down.
It’s not easy to find such a prefect dog unless you are willing to pay for a premium price.
Two weeks ago, Miko happened to meet Haru; her sister. I guess they are happy to see one another after about 4 months apart. They are now 5 months old and you can see some differences between them. Guess which is Miko??

I do matter on size. My friend’s toy poodle grew really well. She has long legs and body that makes her look like giraffe. Hope both of Miko and Haru grew up in their proportional sizes.