Portuguese Water Dog (FCI #37)
Portuguese Water Dog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 37, Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2008-11-04.
| Breed Name | Portuguese Water Dog (Portuguese Water Dog) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #37 |
| Group / Category | Group 8 — Gruppe 8 — Apportierhunde, Stöberhunde und Wasserhunde |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2008-11-04 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #37 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Portuguese Water Dog — Standard & Care
Cooperative gundogs and water retrievers known for soft-mouth retrieval, biddability, and weather-resistant coats.
Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 37 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Portuguese Water Dog
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Portuguese Water Dog, Cão De Água Português |
| Español (ES) | Portuguese Water Dog, Cão De Água Português |
| Deutsch (DE) | Portuguese Water Dog, Cão De Água Português |
| Français (FR) | Portuguese Water Dog, Cão De Água Português |
| Português (PT-BR) | Portuguese Water Dog, Cão De Água Português |
Gruppe 8 — Apportierhunde, Stöberhunde und Wasserhunde
FAQ — Portuguese Water Dog
What is the official FCI standard number for Portuguese Water Dog?
Portuguese Water Dog (Portuguese Water Dog) is registered under FCI Standard #37 in Group 8 (Gruppe 8 — Apportierhunde, Stöberhunde und Wasserhunde), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Portuguese Water Dog 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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