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FCI #248 · Group 5

Pharaoh Hound (FCI #248)

Pharaoh Hound is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 248, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1987-06-24.

FCI #248Group 5: Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive TypesRecognition Status: definitive
Pharaoh Hound — Key Facts
Breed NamePharaoh Hound (Pharaoh Hound)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #248
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Group 5 — Spitz and Primitive Types
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1987-06-24
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #248 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #248

Pharaoh Hound — Standard & Care

Nordic sled, hunting, herding, and ancient primitive dog breeds with dense double coats and independent problem-solving traits.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 248 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Pharaoh Hound

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Pharaoh Hound
Español (ES)PERRO DEL FARAÓN, PHARAOH HOUND
Deutsch (DE)PHARAONENHUND, PHARAOH HOUND
Français (FR)CHIEN DU PHARAON, PHARAOH HOUND
Português (PT-BR)Pharaoh Hound
FAQ

FAQ — Pharaoh Hound

Where can I check the official standard?

Pharaoh Hound is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 248, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1987-06-24.

How do I find the national club?

National clubs and international shows, with official sources and verification dates.

Official Sources & Provenance Verified: 2026-11-07

Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.