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Name	Staffordshire Bull Terrier	Bearded Collie	Whippet
Origins	England	Scotland	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Staff Stafford Staffy Bull Staffy	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Medium	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Bearded Collie? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet weight comparison:	Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which is more expensive?	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1400	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet trainability comparison.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Bold Fearless	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet 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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bearded Collie 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.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Bearded Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.	Bearded Collie 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet 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:	Moderate ⏺ The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet mouthiness comparison:	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Cataracts Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bearded Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bearded Collie and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet energy level comparison:	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Bearded Collie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average exercise need.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Bearded Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1 to 2 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? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet coat comparison:	Smooth	Feathered	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bearded Collie and Whippet color?	Black Red Blue White Fawn Brindle	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or {name3 shedding:	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Bearded Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	Yes Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Bearded Collie or Whippet? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet?	Not really Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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?	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.	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.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Bearded Collie and Whippet have?	5-7 puppies	4-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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