FCI #226 · Group 2

European Continental Type (FCI #226)

European Continental Type is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 226, Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer, Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1960-08-24.

FCI #226Group 2: Groupe 2 — Pinscher, Schnauzer, Molossoïdes et Bouviers suissesStatus: definitive
European Continental Type — Key Facts
Breed NameEuropean Continental Type (European Continental Type)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #226
Group / CategoryGroup 2 — Groupe 2 — Pinscher, Schnauzer, Molossoïdes et Bouviers suisses
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1960-08-24
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #226 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #226

European Continental Type — Standard & Care

Guardian, utility, and mountain working breeds characterized by strong bone structure, protective instincts, and steady nerve.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 226 specification.

EN · ES · DE · FR · PT-BR

Multilingual Nomenclature — European Continental Type

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)European Continental Type, Landseer (Landseer ), Europäisch-Kontinentaler Typ
Español (ES)European Continental Type, Landseer (Landseer ), Europäisch-Kontinentaler Typ
Deutsch (DE)European Continental Type, Landseer (Landseer ), Europäisch-Kontinentaler Typ
Français (FR)European Continental Type, Landseer (Landseer ), Europäisch-Kontinentaler Typ
Português (PT-BR)European Continental Type, Landseer (Landseer ), Europäisch-Kontinentaler Typ
FAQ

FAQ — European Continental Type

What is the official FCI standard number for European Continental Type?

European Continental Type (European Continental Type) is registered under FCI Standard #226 in Group 2 (Groupe 2 — Pinscher, Schnauzer, Molossoïdes et Bouviers suisses), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official European Continental Type 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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