Tag: Veterinary health

According to the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA), a Body Condition Score (BCS) is a tool used to standardize the assessment of an animal's fat reserves. A score of 7 on the common 9-point scale indicates the animal is overweight, carrying excess body fat.

The term “chondro status” refers to an animal's genetic information concerning chondrodysplasia, a type of dwarfism. This is a critical factor for breeders of certain cattle, particularly miniature breeds, as it has significant implications for an animal's size, health, and breeding outcomes.