There is no perfect animal. However, it is our interest as breeders to get as close to our collective idea of perfection in a breed (and our case, species) with a written standard.
Based on the ideal type and conformation of Robos and the standards in the hamster organizations in other countries, I have attached below the current proposed standard for the Roborovski dwarf hamster in the US Dwarf Hamster Club of America.
What is the difference between “type” and the “standard”?
Type – the defining characteristics of a breed or species.
Standard – the official written blueprint to define type in order to evaluate the conformity of an animal to the desired specimen.
Roborovski dwarf hamsters and the two other species of Phodopus are currently being exhibited at shows in countries all over the globe, and most prominently in Europe.
Milkbun Hamstery | Roborovski Dwarf Hamsters 