Australian Shepherd (FCI #342)
Australian Shepherd is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 342, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2009-03-26.
| Breed Name | Australian Shepherd (Australian Shepherd) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #342 |
| Group / Category | Group 1 — Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2009-03-26 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #342 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Australian Shepherd — 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. 342 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Australian Shepherd
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Australian Shepherd |
| Español (ES) | Australian Shepherd |
| Deutsch (DE) | Australian Shepherd |
| Français (FR) | Australian Shepherd |
| Português (PT-BR) | Australian Shepherd |
Compare — Australian Shepherd
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
FAQ — Australian Shepherd
What is the official FCI standard number for Australian Shepherd?
Australian Shepherd (Australian Shepherd) is registered under FCI Standard #342 in Group 1 (Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Australian Shepherd 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.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.