FCI #255 · Group 5

Akita (FCI #255)

Akita is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 255, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2001-03-13.

FCI #255Group 5: Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitifStatus: definitive
Akita — Key Facts
Breed NameAkita (Akita)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #255
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2001-03-13
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #255 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #255

Akita — 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. 255 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Akita

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Akita
Español (ES)Akita
Deutsch (DE)Akita
Français (FR)Akita
Português (PT-BR)Akita
FAQ

FAQ — Akita

What is the official FCI standard number for Akita?

Akita (Akita) is registered under FCI Standard #255 in Group 5 (Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Akita breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/fr/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Sources Officielles et Provenance Verified: 2026-11-06

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