The Balinese Kintamani dog was finally recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the international federation of national kennel clubs on 20 February 2019. It’s the first Indonesian breed to get international recognition.

The Kintamani dog can now join international competitions and dog shows, and Kintamani birth documents can use the official FCI logo.

The dogs are well-balanced with a rectangular body, a wedge-shaped head, pricked ear and a sickle tail with a double coat, harsh outer coat of medium length on the body and shorter on its face. They are watchful, intelligent, alert, gentle, loyal and easy to train.