FCI #223 · Group 1

Dutch Shepherd Dog (FCI #223)

Dutch Shepherd Dog is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 223, Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2019-12-21.

FCI #223Group 1: Groupe 1 — Chiens de berger et de bouvierStatus: definitive
Dutch Shepherd Dog — Key Facts
Breed NameDutch Shepherd Dog (Dutch Shepherd Dog)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #223
Group / CategoryGroup 1 — Groupe 1 — Chiens de berger et de bouvier
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2019-12-21
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #223 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #223

Dutch Shepherd Dog — 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. 223 specification.

EN · ES · DE · FR · PT-BR

Multilingual Nomenclature — Dutch Shepherd Dog

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Dutch Shepherd Dog, Hollandse Herdershond
Español (ES)Dutch Shepherd Dog, Hollandse Herdershond
Deutsch (DE)Dutch Shepherd Dog, Hollandse Herdershond
Français (FR)Dutch Shepherd Dog, Hollandse Herdershond
Português (PT-BR)Dutch Shepherd Dog, Hollandse Herdershond
FAQ

FAQ — Dutch Shepherd Dog

What is the official FCI standard number for Dutch Shepherd Dog?

Dutch Shepherd Dog (Dutch Shepherd Dog) is registered under FCI Standard #223 in Group 1 (Groupe 1 — Chiens de berger et de bouvier), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Dutch Shepherd Dog 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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