FCI #104 · Group 8

German Spaniel (FCI #104)

German Spaniel is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 104, Group 8: Retrievers, Flushing Dogs, Water Dogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1996-07-24.

FCI #104Group 8: Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water DogsStatus: definitive
German Spaniel — Key Facts
Breed NameGerman Spaniel (German Spaniel)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #104
Group / CategoryGroup 8 — Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1996-07-24
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #104 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #104

German Spaniel — 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. 104 specification.

EN · ES · DE · FR · PT-BR

Multilingual Nomenclature — German Spaniel

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)German Spaniel, Deutscher Wachtelhund
Español (ES)German Spaniel, Deutscher Wachtelhund
Deutsch (DE)German Spaniel, Deutscher Wachtelhund
Français (FR)German Spaniel, Deutscher Wachtelhund
Português (PT-BR)German Spaniel, Deutscher Wachtelhund
FAQ

FAQ — German Spaniel

What is the official FCI standard number for German Spaniel?

German Spaniel (German Spaniel) is registered under FCI Standard #104 in Group 8 (Group 8 — Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official German Spaniel 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.