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Name	Airedale Terrier	Silky Terrier	Bedlington Terrier
Origins	England	Australia	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Rodbery Terrier Rothbury Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Silky Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$800	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bedlington Terrier is easier than average to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier trainability comparison.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bedlington Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Silky Terrier 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.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bedlington Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bedlington Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	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 Airedale Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bedlington Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bedlington Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	Airedale 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.	Silky 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.	Bedlington 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.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bedlington Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bedlington Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bedlington Terrier 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: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bedlington Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Silky Terrier and Bedlington Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Bedlington Terrier: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bedlington Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bedlington Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Silky Straight Glossy	Curly
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier, Silky Terrier and Bedlington Terrier color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Tan Blue Liver Sandy
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bedlington Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bedlington Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bedlington Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier 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: Airedale Terrier or Silky Terrier or Bedlington Terrier? 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.	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: Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bedlington Terrier 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.

Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier 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 Airedale Terrier and Silky Terrier and Bedlington Terrier have?	7-9 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available

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