BCS | Condition | Ribs, hip and backbone |
---|---|---|
1 | Excessively thin | Easily visible and palpable |
2 | Moderately thin | Can be palpated with slight pressure |
3 | Ideal | Can be palpated with firm pressure; cannot be observed visually |
4 | Moderately fat | Cannot be palpated |
5 | Excessively fat | Cannot be palpated |