FCI #259 · Group 3

Japanese Terrier (FCI #259)

Japanese Terrier is an FCI-recognized canine breed (Standard No. 259, Group 3: Terriers). Recognition status: definitive. Official FCI standard published/updated on 2016-04-04.

FCI #259Group 3: Grupo 3 — TerriersStatus: definitive
Japanese Terrier — Key Facts
Breed NameJapanese Terrier (Japanese Terrier)
SpeciesCanine (Canis lupus familiaris)
Primary RegistryFCI #259
Group / CategoryGroup 3 — Grupo 3 — Terriers
Recognition Statusdefinitive
Official Standard Date2016-04-04
Primary Standard DocumentOfficial FCI Standard #259 (PDF) ↗
Measurement UnitsMetric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in)
FCI #259

Japanese Terrier — Standard & Care

Energetic, determined earthdog and working terrier breeds requiring consistent early socialization and regular coat maintenance.

Verify lineage and breed-specific health screening protocols through the national FCI member club and the official FCI Standard No. 259 specification.

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Multilingual Nomenclature — Japanese Terrier

LanguageOfficial / Common Designation
English (EN)Japanese Terrier, Nihon Teria
Español (ES)Japanese Terrier, Nihon Teria
Deutsch (DE)Japanese Terrier, Nihon Teria
Français (FR)Japanese Terrier, Nihon Teria
Português (PT-BR)Japanese Terrier, Nihon Teria
FAQ

FAQ — Japanese Terrier

What is the official FCI standard number for Japanese Terrier?

Japanese Terrier (Japanese Terrier) is registered under FCI Standard #259 in Group 3 (Grupo 3 — Terriers), with definitive recognition status.

Where can I verify an official Japanese Terrier breeder or national club?

Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/pt-br/clubs/) to locate the recognized FCI member organization in your country.

Fontes Oficiais e Procedência Verified: 2026-11-06

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