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Name	Rottweiler	Miniature Australian Shepherd	Shetland Sheepdog
Origins	Germany	United States	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Rott Rottie	Mini Aussie Mini Aussie Shepherd Mini Australian Shepherd Miniature Aussie Shepherd North American Shepherd North American Miniature Australian Shepherd	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Large Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Miniature Australian Shepherd? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	20–40 pounds (9-18 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	13–18 inches (33-46 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$2000	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Rottweiler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	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.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rottweiler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Australian Shepherd 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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Miniature Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Juvenile Cataracts Iris Coloboma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Rottweiler, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Miniature Australian Shepherd: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Rottweiler, Miniature Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog color?	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Red Red Merle White & Black & Tan Blue Merle	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rottweiler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Miniature Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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. See more.	The Miniature Australian Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rottweiler dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is more friendly?	Rottweiler dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog?	Rottweiler dogs are not dog-friendly.	Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Yes Rottweiler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shetland Sheepdog 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 Miniature Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Miniature Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rottweiler or Miniature Australian Shepherd or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Not really Rottweiler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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.

Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rottweiler and Miniature Australian Shepherd and Shetland Sheepdog have?	8-12 puppies	2-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Rottweiler vs Miniature Australian Shepherd vs Shetland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	America's Pet Registry American Canine Association, Inc.	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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