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Name	Briard	Pyrenean Shepherd	Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origins	France	France	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Berger Briard Berger De Brie	Petit Berger Pyr Shep Pyrenees Sheepdog Berger Des Pyrénées	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Pyrenean Shepherd? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight comparison:	75 pounds (35 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	75 pounds (35 kg)	15–32 pounds (7–15 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (39-47 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)	15.5-18.5 inches (43 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$500-$800	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Pyrenean Shepherd is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel intelligence:	Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel trainability comparison.	Briard dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless Faithful	Energetic Trainable Watchful Clever Dedicated Bossy	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal
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: Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:	Briard dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Briard dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Average: The Briard barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pyrenean Shepherd is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Pyrenean Shepherd breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Briard bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pyrenean Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel 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:	Low 🔽 The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pyrenean Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Pyrenean Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Pyrenean Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Briard, Pyrenean Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years	15-17 years The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherd: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pyrenean 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel energy level comparison:	Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	4 to 7 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel coat comparison:	Fine	Rough Smooth	Silky Soft Straight
Colors What are the original Briard, Pyrenean Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel color?	Black Gray Tawny	Black Gray White Fawn Brindle	Red White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Pyrenean Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Briard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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, Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pyrenean Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pyrenean Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Briard dogs are generally with other pets.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Yes Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pyrenean Shepherd dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pyrenean Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Welsh Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pyrenean Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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: Briard or Pyrenean Shepherd or Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?	Not really Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pyrenean Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel 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	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.

Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Briard and Pyrenean Shepherd and Welsh Springer Spaniel have?	8-10 puppies	4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Briard vs Pyrenean Shepherd vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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