FCI #24 · Group 6

Poitevin (FCI #24)

Poitevin is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 24, Group 6: Scent Hounds and Related Breeds). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 1978-11-17.

FCI #24Group 6: Groupe 6 — Chiens courants et chiens de recherche au sangStatus: definitive
Poitevin — Key Facts
Breed NamePoitevin (Poitevin)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #24
Group / CategoryGroup 6 — Groupe 6 — Chiens courants et chiens de recherche au sang
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date1978-11-17
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #24 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #24

Poitevin — Standard & Care

Endurance tracking and pack-hunting scent hounds with specialized olfactory drive and vocal communication.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 24 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Poitevin

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

FAQ — Poitevin

What is the official FCI standard number for Poitevin?

Poitevin (Poitevin) is registered under FCI Standard #24 in Group 6 (Groupe 6 — Chiens courants et chiens de recherche au sang), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Poitevin 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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