FCI #43 · Group 5

Basenji (FCI #43)

Basenji is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 43, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1999-11-25.

FCI #43Group 5: Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitifStatus: definitive
Basenji — Key Facts
Breed NameBasenji (Basenji)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #43
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1999-11-25
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #43 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #43

Basenji — 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. 43 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Basenji

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

FAQ — Basenji

What is the official FCI standard number for Basenji?

Basenji (Basenji) is registered under FCI Standard #43 in Group 5 (Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Basenji 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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