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Name	American Pit Bull Terrier	Bull Terrier	Cane Corso
Origins	United States	England	Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	336	60	37
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	Cane Di Macellaio Cane Corz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? Which is the smallest dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso weight comparison:	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 99-110 pounds (45-50 kg), Female: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 104.5 pounds (47.5 kg), Female: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso height comparison:	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (64-68 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (60-64 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (62 cm)

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cane Corso is quite easy to get.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cane Corso dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso trainability comparison.	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Courageous Loyal Social Cheerful 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.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Cane Corso 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: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Cane Corso dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso social needs comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cane Corso dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Cane Corso 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?	American Pit Bull 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.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Cane Corso dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso playfulness comparison:	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cane Corsos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Cane Corso 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 American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Cane Corso breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cane Corso dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	American Pit 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.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cane Corso 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.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Cane Corsos are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Entropion Cherry Eye Ectropion Arthritis Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Cane Corso should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso lifespan comparison. How long do American Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier and Cane Corso breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Cane Corso: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso energy level comparison:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Cane Corso dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cane Corso dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cane Corso dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: If you are feeding a high-quality dry food, your Corso will probably eat 4 to 5 cups a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cane Corso's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original American Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier and Cane Corso color?	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Gray Red Fawn Brindle Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Cane Corso requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cane Corso 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: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso 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, American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cane Corso has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cane Corso drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Good With Comparison

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

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Pit Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier or Cane Corso? 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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: American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso?	Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cane Corso 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso 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 American Pit Bull Terrier and Bull Terrier and Cane Corso have?	5-8 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5	4-6 puppies
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American Pit Bull Terrier vs Bull Terrier vs Cane Corso Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club

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