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Name	American Water Spaniel	English Springer Spaniel	Brittany
Origins	United States	England	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany breeds.	American Brown Spaniel American Brown Water Spaniel	Springer Spaniel	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare adult weight ranges.	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany height comparison:	15-18 inches (36-46 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	16.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$700-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?	Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is easiest to train?	American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most alert?	American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most protective?	American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Obedient Trainable	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: American Water Spaniel 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.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany?	High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany social needs comparison:	American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany 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 Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most playful?	The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	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 Brittany indoors.
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American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most flexible?	American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?	American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	English Springer Spaniel 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.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which uses mouth most during play?	American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has fewer health issues?	The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which breed is most active?	American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?	American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
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American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which needs most food?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 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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American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What colors are available?	Brown Liver Chocolate	Black Tan White Liver	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which drools least?	The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Feathered	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
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American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best with kids?	American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?	American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Water Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel or Brittany?	American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany?	Yes American Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most military use?	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.

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. What's recommended?	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.

American Water Spaniel vs English Springer Spaniel vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of American Water Spaniel, English Springer Spaniel, and Brittany. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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