Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Comparison - Dog breed selector: Flanders Cattle Dog or Berger Briard or Portuguese Shepherd Dog? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Bouvier des Flandres and Briard. Which is better: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires?
Name | Bouvier des Flandres | Briard | Cão da Serra de Aires |
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Origins | Belgium | France | Portugal |
Group | Working Dogs | Pastoral / Herding Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 85 | 127 | 498 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires breeds. |
Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog |
Berger Briard Berger De Brie |
Portuguese Shepherd Dog Portuguese Sheepdog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires? Compare adult weight ranges. | Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | 26-40 pounds (12-18 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg) | 75 pounds (35 kg) | 33 pounds (15 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires height comparison: | Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm) | Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) | 16-22 inches (41-56 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm) | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) | 19 inches (48.5 cm) |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$2000 | $1000-$1200 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? | Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is easiest to train? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. | Briard dogs are easy to train. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most alert? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most protective? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires? Compare temperaments. |
Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational |
Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful |
Intelligent Lively |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires? | High: Bouvier des Flandres dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires social needs comparison: | Bouvier des Flandres dogs need for social interaction is average. | Briard dogs are a social breed. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Briard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Bouvier des Flandres barks occasionally. | Average: The Briard barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Cão da Serra de Aires is a highly playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cão da Serra de Aires breed. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most flexible? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Bouvier des Flandres has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cão da Serra de Aires has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which uses mouth most during play? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bouvier des Flandres bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cão da Serra de Aires bite force: Ordinary. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Cão da Serra de Aires: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has fewer health issues? | The Bouvier des Flandres is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Cão da Serra de Aires is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Cão da Serra de Aires should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma | No data available | Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Eye Problems |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which breed is most active? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need. | Briard dogs need a lot of exercises. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which needs most food? | 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt |
Black Gray Tawny |
Black Fawn Grey Wolf grey |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Cão da Serra de Aires doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which drools least? | The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cão da Serra de Aires is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Rough | Fine | Shaggy |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or {name3 shedding: | Bouvier des Flandres dogs shed moderately. | Briard dogs shed moderately. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs shed moderately. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best with kids? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets. | Briard dogs are generally with other pets. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? Which dog is more friendly? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bouvier des Flandres or Briard or Cão da Serra de Aires? | Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires? |
Yes Bouvier des Flandres dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Bouvier des Flandres is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cão da Serra de Aires is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Briards are usually recommended for elderly people. | Cão da Serra de Airess are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Bouvier des Flandres breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Cão da Serra de Aires breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has most military use? | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has most puppies? | 5-10 puppies | 8-10 puppies | 3-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Bouvier des Flandres vs Briard vs Cão da Serra de Aires Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. | No data available |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Bouvier des Flandres, Briard, and Cão da Serra de Aires. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club | No data available |
American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
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