Border Collie (FCI #297)
Border Collie is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 297, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1987-06-24.
| Breed Name | Border Collie (Border Collie) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #297 |
| Group / Category | Group 1 — Gruppe 1 — Hütehunde und Treibhunde |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 1987-06-24 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #297 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Border Collie — Standard & Care
Herding, livestock guarding, and high-trainability working dogs requiring structured daily mental and physical activity.
Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 297 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Border Collie
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Border Collie |
| Español (ES) | Border Collie |
| Deutsch (DE) | Border Collie |
| Français (FR) | Border Collie |
| Português (PT-BR) | Border Collie |
Vergleich — Border Collie
Gruppe 1 — Hütehunde und Treibhunde
FAQ — Border Collie
What is the official FCI standard number for Border Collie?
Border Collie (Border Collie) is registered under FCI Standard #297 in Group 1 (Gruppe 1 — Hütehunde und Treibhunde), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Border Collie breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/de/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.
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