FCI #169 · Group 3

Wire (FCI #169)

Wire is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 169, Group 3: Terriers). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2009-03-26.

FCI #169Group 3: Gruppe 3 — TerrierStatus: definitive
Wire — Key Facts
Breed NameWire (Wire)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #169
Group / CategoryGroup 3 — Gruppe 3 — Terrier
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2009-03-26
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #169 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #169

Wire — Standard & Care

Energetic, determined earthdog and working terrier breeds requiring consistent early socialization and regular coat maintenance.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 169 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Wire

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Wire, Fox Terrier
Español (ES)Wire, Fox Terrier
Deutsch (DE)Wire, Fox Terrier
Français (FR)Wire, Fox Terrier
Português (PT-BR)Wire, Fox Terrier
FAQ

FAQ — Wire

What is the official FCI standard number for Wire?

Wire (Wire) is registered under FCI Standard #169 in Group 3 (Gruppe 3 — Terrier), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Wire 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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