FCI #257 · Group 5

Shiba (FCI #257)

Shiba is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 257, Group 5: Spitz and Primitive Types). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2016-10-30.

FCI #257Group 5: Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitifStatus: definitive
Shiba — Key Facts
Breed NameShiba (Shiba)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #257
Group / CategoryGroup 5 — Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2016-10-30
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #257 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #257

Shiba — 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. 257 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Shiba

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

FAQ — Shiba

What is the official FCI standard number for Shiba?

Shiba (Shiba) is registered under FCI Standard #257 in Group 5 (Groupe 5 — Chiens de type Spitz et de type primitif), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Shiba 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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