WHO IS FCI?
FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) is the World Canine Organization.
The FCI is the world’s most prominent international dog organization, with 99 member countries & contract partners (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees for all breeds.
The FCI recognizes over 356 dog breeds all over the world
FCI membership has three sections across the world
- - Europe
- - The Americas & Carribbean
- - Asia, Africa, & Oceania (A20)
The FCI member countries in Africa are; Nigeria, Egypt, Madagascar, Morocco, South Africa, Tunisia, & Ghana.
OBJECTIVES OF FCI
The FCI aims to promote and protect purebred dogs globally while fostering cooperation among member countries. Its main objectives include:
- - Maintain and publish internationally recognized breed standards for all dog breeds under its purview.
- - Ensure uniformity in how breeds are judged worldwide by establishing standardized criteria for physical and temperamental characteristics.
- - Organize and coordinate dog shows, trials, and working dog events internationally.
- - Oversee the certification and recognition of titles like International Champion.
- - Advocate for ethical breeding practices that prioritize health, temperament, and breed preservation.
- - Work with national kennel clubs to encourage responsible dog ownership.
- - Manage an international system for pedigree registration and recognition of purebred dogs.
- - Facilitate collaboration among national canine organizations for accurate record-keeping.
5. Support for Working and Service Dogs:
- - Promote the importance of working dog trials (e.g., herding, hunting, and protection sports) to maintain functional traits in breeds.
- - Support programs that utilize dogs in service roles such as police work, search-and-rescue, and therapy.
- - Educate the public about dog welfare, responsible dog ownership, and the importance of preserving canine diversity.
- - Promote the cultural and historical significance of dog breeds.