Somali (FIFe #SOM)
Somali (EMS code: SOM) is an official FIFe-recognized feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Recognition status: definitive. Standard last modified in 2016.
| Breed Name | Somali (Somali) |
|---|---|
| Species | Feline (Felis catus) |
| Primary Registry | FIFe #SOM |
| Group / Category | FIFe Category 1 — Categoría FIFe I — Pelo largo y exóticos |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2016-01-01 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FIFe Standard #SOM (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Somali — Standard & Care
Feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Coat grooming, indoor environmental enrichment, and nutrition follow FIFe welfare and breed standard guidelines.
Check FIFe breeding and registration rules and official EMS SOM standard documentation for mandatory genetic and veterinary health checks.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Somali
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Somali, EMS SOM |
| Español (ES) | Somali |
| Deutsch (DE) | Somali |
| Français (FR) | Somali |
| Português (PT-BR) | Somali |
Categoría FIFe I — Pelo largo y exóticos
FAQ — Somali
What is the official FIFe standard number for Somali?
Somali (Somali) is registered under FIFe Standard #SOM in FIFe Category 1 (Categoría FIFe I — Pelo largo y exóticos), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Somali breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/es/clubs/) to locate the recognized FIFe member organization in your country.
El material de referencia no sustituye la consulta veterinaria presencial ni los reglamentos oficiales de cada federación.