Portuguese Sheepdog (FCI #93)
Portuguese Sheepdog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 93, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2008-11-04.
| Breed Name | Portuguese Sheepdog (Portuguese Sheepdog) |
|---|---|
| Species | Canine (Canis lupus familiaris) |
| Primary Registry | FCI #93 |
| Group / Category | Group 1 — Grupo 1 — Perros de pastor y boyeros |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2008-11-04 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FCI Standard #93 (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Portuguese 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. 93 specification.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Portuguese Sheepdog
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Portuguese Sheepdog, Cão Da Serra De Aires |
| Español (ES) | Portuguese Sheepdog, Cão Da Serra De Aires |
| Deutsch (DE) | Portuguese Sheepdog, Cão Da Serra De Aires |
| Français (FR) | Portuguese Sheepdog, Cão Da Serra De Aires |
| Português (PT-BR) | Portuguese Sheepdog, Cão Da Serra De Aires |
Grupo 1 — Perros de pastor y boyeros
FAQ — Portuguese Sheepdog
What is the official FCI standard number for Portuguese Sheepdog?
Portuguese Sheepdog (Portuguese Sheepdog) is registered under FCI Standard #93 in Group 1 (Grupo 1 — Perros de pastor y boyeros), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Portuguese Sheepdog breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/es/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.
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