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Compare Miniature Schnauzer and Beagle. Which is better: Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund?
Name | Miniature Schnauzer | Beagle | Dachshund |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 18 | 6 | 13 |
Reviews | 5 | 13 | 7 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund breeds. | Zwergschnauzer | English Beagle |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) | Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund height comparison: | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm) | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$1000 | $500-$800 | $500-$700 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? | Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest? | Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | 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 Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. | Beagle dogs are easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. | Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments. |
Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited |
Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
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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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund? | High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund social needs comparison: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. | Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. | A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Beagle is a highly playful breed. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Schnauzer indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Dachshund 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: Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? | Miniature Schnauzer 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. | Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Dachshund 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. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which uses mouth most during play? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has fewer health issues? | The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Dachshund 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 Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI) | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need. | Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which needs most food? | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. 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 Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. What colors are available? |
Black Silver Pepper Salt |
Black Tan Red White Tricolor |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which drools least? | The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Wiry | Dense | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which requires most frequent baths? | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 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. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or {name3 shedding: | Miniature Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. | Beagle dogs shed moderately. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is best with kids? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets. | Beagle dogs are generally with other pets. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Schnauzer or Beagle or Dachshund? | Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund? |
Yes Miniature Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Miniature Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good 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 Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for water work? | Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes being on a boat. | Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. 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 Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. 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. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies? | 3-6 puppies | 2-14 puppies, average 7 | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. 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. |
Miniature Schnauzer vs Beagle vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Miniature Schnauzer, Beagle, and Dachshund. Which has most recognition? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Canadian Canine Registry |
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