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Name	Airedale Terrier	Whippet	Bouvier des Flandres
Origins	England	England	Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Snap Dog English Whippet	Flanders Cattle Dog Vlaamse Koehond Belgian Cattle Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Whippet? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Males 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg), Female: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Males 92.5 pounds (42 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 23-28 inches (58-71 cm), Female: 22-27 inches (56-69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (64.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bouvier des Flandres is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale 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.	Smart: The Bouvier des Flandres dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres trainability comparison.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? 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.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Protective Intelligent Loyal Gentle Familiar Rational
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.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres 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 Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres 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?	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Bouvier des Flandress, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Bouvier des Flandres 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 Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Whippet breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bouvier des Flandres breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	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.	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.

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma
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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bouvier des Flandres should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Whippet and Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bouvier des Flandres: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bouvier des Flandres can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres energy level comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	1.5 to 2.5 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.	3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bouvier des Flandres's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Fine Short Close in texture	Rough
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier, Whippet and Bouvier des Flandres color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Gray Fawn Brindle Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal 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 Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Airedale Terrier or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bouvier des Flandres 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: Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	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 Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bouvier des Flandres is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bouvier des Flandres 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 Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bouvier des Flandres dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Yes Airedale Terrier 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.	Yes Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bouvier des Flandres 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.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bouvier des Flandress are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet or Bouvier des Flandres? 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres?	Not really Airedale Terrier 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.	Not really Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 Whippet and Bouvier des Flandres have?	7-9 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs Whippet vs Bouvier des Flandres 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 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Herding 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) 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 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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

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