Polish Lowland Sheepdog (FCI #251)
Polish Lowland Sheepdog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 251, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1998-08-07.
| Breed Name | Polish Lowland Sheepdog (Polish Lowland Sheepdog) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #251 |
| Group / Category | Group 1 — Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 1998-08-07 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #251 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Polish Lowland Sheepdog — Standard & Care
Herding, livestock guarding, and high-trainability working dogs requiring structured daily mental and physical activity.
Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 251 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Polish Lowland Sheepdog
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
| Español (ES) | Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
| Deutsch (DE) | Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
| Français (FR) | Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
| Português (PT-BR) | Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Polski Owczarek Nizinny |
Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
FAQ — Polish Lowland Sheepdog
What is the official FCI standard number for Polish Lowland Sheepdog?
Polish Lowland Sheepdog (Polish Lowland Sheepdog) is registered under FCI Standard #251 in Group 1 (Group 1 — Sheepdogs and Cattledogs), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Polish Lowland Sheepdog 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.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.