The Bonnet Show Standards was essentially a "blueprint" for the perfect pedigree Bonnet cavy breed. It's an official written document from NZCJA.
SIDE RUFFLES:
Balanced, leaving good width over shoulder. Points 25
BONNET:
Extending forward between ears. Points 20
BODY TOP:
Smooth reverse growth of hair to front. Points 15
ROSETTES:
Sitting well back (one of three) preferably one. Points 10
BELLY:
Uneven ruffle. Points 10
EARS:
Large, extending sideways and slightly drooping, giving the effect of an extension to the bonnet. Points 10
TYPE AND CONDITION:
Points 10
REMARKS:
Whilst not mandatory, best effect is often given by a single hip rosette. Either way, look for balance.
FAULTS:
Quiff or hair between rosettes. Ruffles too low on sides or too close on the shoulder or unbalanced. Suggestion of ridge on centre back. Bonnet standing upright, to give a 'surprised' look, or finishing behind ears. Points deducted according to severity of fault.
