FCI #28 · Group 6

Artois Hound (FCI #28)

Artois Hound is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 28, Group 6: Scent Hounds and Related Breeds). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1996-07-24.

FCI #28Group 6: Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related BreedsStatus: definitive
Artois Hound — Key Facts
Breed NameArtois Hound (Artois Hound)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #28
Group / CategoryGroup 6 — Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related Breeds
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1996-07-24
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #28 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #28

Artois Hound — Standard & Care

Endurance tracking and pack-hunting scent hounds with specialized olfactory drive and vocal communication.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 28 specification.

EN · ES · DE · FR · PT-BR

Multilingual Nomenclature — Artois Hound

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Artois Hound, Chien D'Artois
Español (ES)Artois Hound, Chien D'Artois
Deutsch (DE)Artois Hound, Chien D'Artois
Français (FR)Artois Hound, Chien D'Artois
Português (PT-BR)Artois Hound, Chien D'Artois
FAQ

FAQ — Artois Hound

What is the official FCI standard number for Artois Hound?

Artois Hound (Artois Hound) is registered under FCI Standard #28 in Group 6 (Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related Breeds), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Artois Hound breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.