FCI #203 · Group 6

Norwegian Hound (FCI #203)

Norwegian Hound is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 203, Group 6: Scent Hounds and Related Breeds). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2016-04-04.

FCI #203Group 6: Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related BreedsStatus: definitive
Norwegian Hound — Key Facts
Breed NameNorwegian Hound (Norwegian Hound)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #203
Group / CategoryGroup 6 — Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related Breeds
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2016-04-04
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #203 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #203

Norwegian 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. 203 specification.

EN · ES · DE · FR · PT-BR

Multilingual Nomenclature — Norwegian Hound

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Norwegian Hound, Dunker
Español (ES)Norwegian Hound, Dunker
Deutsch (DE)Norwegian Hound, Dunker
Français (FR)Norwegian Hound, Dunker
Português (PT-BR)Norwegian Hound, Dunker
FAQ

FAQ — Norwegian Hound

What is the official FCI standard number for Norwegian Hound?

Norwegian Hound (Norwegian Hound) is registered under FCI Standard #203 in Group 6 (Group 6 — Scenthounds and Related Breeds), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Norwegian 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.