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Name	Belgian Tervuren	Shetland Sheepdog	Eurasier
Origins	Belgium	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Tervuren	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Eurasian Dog Eurasian Spitz Eurasian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Which is the smallest dog, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22 kg)
Height Which is taller, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (52-60 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (48-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 22 inches (56 cm), Female: 17 inches (52 cm)

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$2000-$2500
Availability Which is easier to get, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier intelligence:	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier trainability comparison.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Eurasier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Eurasier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Alert Intelligent Outright Tempered Watchful Calm Reserved
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: Shetland Sheepdog 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: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Eurasier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier social needs comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Eurasier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Eurasier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Eurasier 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

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier playfulness comparison:	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Eurasiers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Eurasier 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 Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Eurasier breed.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Eurasier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Belgian Tervuren 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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Eurasier 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 Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Eurasier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier mouthiness comparison:	Belgian Tervuren dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Eurasier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Eurasiers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Eurasier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier lifespan comparison. How long do Belgian Tervuren, Shetland Sheepdog and Eurasier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Eurasier: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	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 Shetland Sheepdog 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 Eurasier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Eurasier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier coat comparison:	Thick Double	Dense	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Belgian Tervuren, Shetland Sheepdog and Eurasier color?	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Black Tan Red Fawn Sable Wolf
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier grooming comparison:	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Eurasier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Eurasier 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: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier 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, Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Eurasier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Eurasier is an average drooler. See more.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Belgian Tervuren dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Eurasier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Which dog is more friendly?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier?	Belgian Tervuren dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Eurasier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	Yes Belgian Tervuren dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Eurasier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Belgian Tervuren is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Eurasier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Belgian Tervurens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Eurasiers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier 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: Belgian Tervuren or Shetland Sheepdog or Eurasier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier?	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Eurasier 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.

Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier 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 Belgian Tervuren and Shetland Sheepdog and Eurasier have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Belgian Tervuren vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Eurasier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Canadian Canine Registry	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Foundation Stock Service

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