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Name	Bernese Mountain Dog	Goldador	Boston Boxer
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer breeds.	Berner Bernese Cattle Dog Berner Sennenhund	Golden Lab Golden Labrador Retriever	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)	60-75 pounds (27-32 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)	67.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer height comparison:	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$500-$1000	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Average: The Goldador is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Boston Boxer is quite easy to get.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Goldador 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is easiest to train?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Goldador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most alert?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Goldador dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most protective?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Goldador dogs are average defenders. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Faithful	Active Energetic Loyal Gentle Good-natured Easygoing	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Affectionate Loyal Lively Gentle Aggressive Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Goldador dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Boston Boxer 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Goldador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boston Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer social needs comparison:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Goldador dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Goldador is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Boston Boxer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Boston Boxer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Goldador barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Boxer rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Goldador is a playful breed. See more.	The Boston Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Goldador breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Boxer breed.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Goldador dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Boston Boxer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Goldador 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.	Boston Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed lives longest?	7-11 years The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldador: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Boxer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Goldador is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boston Boxer 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?	Rare The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Goldador should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boston Boxer 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: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Brain Tumors Megaesophagus Reverse Sneezing Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which breed is most active?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Goldador dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boston Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Goldador dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boston Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Goldador dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boston Boxer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Goldador has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boston Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which needs most food?	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. What colors are available?	Black White	Yellow Gold Reddish Gold	Black White Fawn Brindle Seal
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Goldador requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which drools least?	The Bernese Mountain Dog 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.	The Goldador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldador has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Boxer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Soft Dense Undercoat	Fine Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or {name3 shedding:	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average. See more.	Goldador dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boston Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is best with kids?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Goldador dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boston Boxer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Goldador dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Boston Boxer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Goldador dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Boston Boxer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Goldador dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Boston Boxer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bernese Mountain Dog or Goldador or Boston Boxer?	Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Goldador dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Boston Boxer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer?	Yes Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Goldador dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Boston Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Goldador is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Boston Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Goldadors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boston Boxers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Goldador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boston Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which is best for draft work?	Yes 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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Which has most puppies?	1-14 puppies, average 8	5-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Goldador vs Boston Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Bernese Mountain Dog, Goldador, and Boston Boxer. 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 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	Not recognized by any clubs.	No data available

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