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Name	Beagle	West Highland White Terrier	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	England	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	6	42	80
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Small	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$900-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer 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 Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	West Highland White 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.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer 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:	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, West Highland White Terrier and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	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 West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Wiry
Colors What are the original Beagle, West Highland White Terrier and Giant Schnauzer color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	White	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Giant Schnauzer 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: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer 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 Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Beagle or West Highland White Terrier or Giant Schnauzer? 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?	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?	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.	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: Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer 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.

Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer 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 Beagle and West Highland White Terrier and Giant Schnauzer have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	2-5 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Beagle vs West Highland White Terrier vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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	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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