Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Comparison - Dog breed selector: South African Mastiff or Bullie or Canarian Molosser? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Boerboel and Bullmastiff. Which is better: Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario?
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| Name | Boerboel | Bullmastiff | Perro de Presa Canario |
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| Origins |  South Africa |  England |  Spain |
| Group | Working Dogs | Working Dogs | Guard Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 124 | 51 | 439 |
| Reviews | 1 | 1 | 5 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario breeds. |
South African Mastiff South African Boerboel |
Bullie Bully |
Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Cross Breed |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is the largest? | Large Giant | Large | Large |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare adult weight ranges. | 154-200 pounds (70-90 kg) | Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg) | 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 177 pounds (80 kg) | Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) | 90 pounds (40.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario height comparison: | Male: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (59-65 cm) | Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm) | 21-25 inches (55-65 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 26.5 inches (67 cm), Female: 23-25.5 inches (62 cm) | Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm) | 23 inches (60 cm) |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1500-$2000 | $1200-$1500 | $1200-$3000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? | Frequent: The Boerboel is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Bullmastiff 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. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed ranks highest? | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is easiest to train? | Boerboel dogs are quite easy to train. | Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most alert? | Boerboel dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most protective? | Boerboel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario? Compare temperaments. |
Intelligent Confident Obedient Dominant Territorial |
Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm |
Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Boerboel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario? | Average: Boerboel dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. |
| Social Needs
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario social needs comparison: | Boerboel dogs need for social interaction is average. | Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Boerboel is strong enough to escape from home. | Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Boerboel 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. | Bullmastiff 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. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Boerboel rarely barks. | Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. | Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Boerboels, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. | Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Boerboel 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 Bullmastiff indoors. | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Boerboel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Boerboel has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which uses mouth most during play? | Boerboel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has the strongest bite? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Boerboel bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Boerboel: 11 years |
8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years |
9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has fewer health issues? | Boerboels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Very healthy dog breed. | Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs. |
| Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Boerboel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Allergies Epilepsy Joint Dysplasia Vaginal Hyperplasia |
Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma |
Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which breed is most active? | Boerboel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Boerboel dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? | Boerboel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Boerboel has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which needs most food? | 8 to 10 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. | 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. 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 Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. What colors are available? | Red Cream Brown Tawny Brindle Reddish | Red Fawn Brindle |
Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Boerboel requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which drools least? | The Boerboel drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. | The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. | The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Boerboel has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Dense Shiny Smooth | Rough | Smooth |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? Boerboel or Bullmastiff or {name3 shedding: | Boerboel dogs shed moderately. | Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best with kids? | Boerboel dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
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| Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Boerboel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? Which dog is more friendly? | Boerboel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? | Boerboel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boerboel or Bullmastiff or Perro de Presa Canario? | Boerboel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly. | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario? |
Yes Boerboel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Boerboel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Boerboels are usually recommended for elderly people. | Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people. | Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has best nose work ability? | 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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. |
| Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Boerboel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which is best for draft work? | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most puppies? | 7-10 puppies | 4-13 puppies, average 8 | 7-9 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
| Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Boerboel vs Bullmastiff vs Perro de Presa Canario Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Boerboel, Bullmastiff, and Perro de Presa Canario. Which has most recognition? | American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
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 |
America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
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