FCI #200 · Group 10

Italian Sighthound (FCI #200)

Italian Sighthound is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 200, Group 10: Sighthounds). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2015-11-13.

FCI #200Group 10: Group 10 — SighthoundsStatus: definitive
Italian Sighthound — Key Facts
Breed NameItalian Sighthound (Italian Sighthound)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #200
Group / CategoryGroup 10 — Group 10 — Sighthounds
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2015-11-13
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #200 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #200

Italian Sighthound — Standard & Care

High-speed visual hunting hounds with aerodynamic build, sprint athleticism, and calm indoor demeanor.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 200 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Italian Sighthound

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Italian Sighthound, Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Español (ES)Italian Sighthound, Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Deutsch (DE)Italian Sighthound, Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Français (FR)Italian Sighthound, Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Português (PT-BR)Italian Sighthound, Piccolo Levriero Italiano
FAQ

FAQ — Italian Sighthound

What is the official FCI standard number for Italian Sighthound?

Italian Sighthound (Italian Sighthound) is registered under FCI Standard #200 in Group 10 (Group 10 — Sighthounds), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Italian Sighthound 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.