Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Comparison - Dog breed selector: Rott or Apollo of Dogs or Mally? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Rottweiler and Great Dane. Which is better: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute?
Name | Rottweiler | Great Dane | Alaskan Malamute |
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Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 8 | 14 | 59 |
Reviews | 13 | 14 | 3 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute breeds. |
Rott Rottie |
Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane |
Mally Mal |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is the largest? | Large Giant | Giant | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg) | Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) | Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg) | Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) | Male: 80 - 95 pounds (36 - 43 kg), Female: 70 - 85 pounds (32 - 38 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute height comparison: | Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) | Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) | Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) | Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) | Male: 24 - 26 inches (61 - 66 cm), Female: 22 - 24 inches (56 - 61 cm) |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$2000 | $800-$1200 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? | Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Alaskan Malamute is quite easy to get. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed ranks highest? | Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Great Dane 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 Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is easiest to train? | Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. | Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most alert? | Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most protective? | Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute? Compare temperaments. |
Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured |
Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved |
Playful Dignified Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted |
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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. | Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute? | Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
Social Needs
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute social needs comparison: | Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Great Dane dogs are a social breed. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Alaskan Malamute 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? | Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Great Dane 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. | Alaskan Malamute dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. | Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Alaskan Malamute rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. | The Alaskan Malamute is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. 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 Rottweiler indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Alaskan Malamute breed. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Alaskan Malamute dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? | Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Great Dane 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. | Alaskan Malamute 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. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has lowest bite risk? | High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Alaskan Malamute has an average chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which uses mouth most during play? | Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Alaskan Malamute dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Great Dane bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Alaskan Malamute bite force: Ordinary. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed lives longest? |
8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years |
7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Alaskan Malamute: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers cold weather The Alaskan Malamute can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has fewer health issues? | The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs. | The Alaskan Malamute 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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Alaskan Malamute should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Chondrodysplasia Hemeralopia Inherited Polyneuropathy |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which breed is most active? | Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need. | Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal. | Alaskan Malamute dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? | Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep. | Alaskan Malamute dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The Alaskan Malamute has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which needs most food? | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals | Recommended daily amount: 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Rust Mahogany |
Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle |
Black Gray Red White |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. | Average: The Alaskan Malamute requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which drools least? | The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Alaskan Malamute is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Alaskan Malamute has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Dense |
Dense Rough Thick Weather-resistant |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? Rottweiler or Great Dane or {name3 shedding: | Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. | Great Dane dogs shed moderately. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are heavy shedders. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is best with kids? | Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets. | Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets. | Alaskan Malamute dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? Which dog is more friendly? | Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? | Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Great Dane or Alaskan Malamute? | Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly. | Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Alaskan Malamute dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute? |
Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Alaskan Malamute dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Rottweiler is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Alaskan Malamute is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Rottweilers are not the best breed for elderly people. | Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people. | Alaskan Malamutes are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good 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 Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. 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 Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. 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 Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Alaskan Malamute breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes 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 Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Which has most puppies? | 8-12 puppies | 10-15 puppies | 4-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. 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. |
Rottweiler vs Great Dane vs Alaskan Malamute Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Rottweiler, Great Dane, and Alaskan Malamute. 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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler 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 |
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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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