Reference Guide · 2026-11-06

Verifying National Kennel Clubs, Feline Federations, and Pedigrees Worldwide

Before acquiring a purebred puppy or kitten internationally, always verify that the breeder's national registry is an official member or contract partner of the FCI (for dogs) or FIFe/TICA/CFA (for cats). Only one national canine organization per country is recognized by the FCI.

Verifying National Kennel Clubs, Feline Federations, and Pedigrees Worldwide — Key Facts
FCI Rule per Country1 recognized national organization
Export DocumentCertified Export Pedigree
Feline Registry CodesFIFe EMS breed & color codes
Verification ToolPorodoteka Club Verifier
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Why Official National Federation Status Matters

Under FCI statutes, only a single national canine organization per country (such as the Verband für das Deutsche Hundewesen in Germany, the Société Centrale Canine in France, or the Real Sociedad Canina de España in Spain) is authorized to issue FCI-recognized pedigrees and register kennel names in the international FCI kennel directory.

In feline registries, FIFe (Fédération Internationale Féline) applies the Easy Mind System (EMS) three-letter breed code on all official pedigrees.

Checklist for Cross-Border Export Pedigrees

1. Confirm the issuing organization in our International Clubs Directory.
2. Match the microchip ISO number (15-digit ISO 11784/11785) against the vaccination passport and export pedigree.
3. Verify parent registration numbers and mandatory breed health screening certificates prior to transfer.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a dog registered with AKC, The Kennel Club (UK), or CKC be registered with an FCI club?

Yes. Through mutual recognition agreements between the FCI and the American Kennel Club (AKC), The Kennel Club (UK), and the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), certified three-generation export pedigrees are accepted for re-registration.

Fuentes Oficiales y Procedencia Verified: 2026-11-06

El material de referencia no sustituye la consulta veterinaria presencial ni los reglamentos oficiales de cada federación.