FCI #196 · Group 9

Bolognese (FCI #196)

Bolognese is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 196, Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2015-11-13.

FCI #196Group 9: Group 9 — Companion and Toy DogsStatus: definitive
Bolognese — Key Facts
Breed NameBolognese (Bolognese)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #196
Group / CategoryGroup 9 — Group 9 — Companion and Toy Dogs
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2015-11-13
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #196 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #196

Bolognese — Standard & Care

Human-focused companion breeds across diverse coat types, suited for urban households with attentive grooming and dental care.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 196 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Bolognese

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Bolognese
Español (ES)Bolognese
Deutsch (DE)Bolognese
Français (FR)Bolognese
Português (PT-BR)Bolognese
FAQ

FAQ — Bolognese

What is the official FCI standard number for Bolognese?

Bolognese (Bolognese) is registered under FCI Standard #196 in Group 9 (Group 9 — Companion and Toy Dogs), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Bolognese 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.