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Name	Border Collie	Toy Fox Terrier	Papillon
Origins	England Scotland Wales	United States	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon breeds.	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	Amertoy American Toy Terrier	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	3.6 pounds (1.4 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Collie or Toy Fox Terrier or Papillon? Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon height comparison:	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$400-$600	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Toy Fox Terrier or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is easiest to train?	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed is most alert?	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed is most protective?	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Spirited	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Border Collie 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.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon?	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Toy Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Collie 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.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Papillon 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

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed is most playful?	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.
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Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has fewer health issues?	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Toy Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon 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: Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Legg-perthes Disease Von Willebrand's Disease Demodectic Mange	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. 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 Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Tan White Chocolate	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which drools least?	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Toy Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Collie or Toy Fox Terrier or Papillon? Border Collie or Toy Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Good With Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. 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.

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. 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.

Border Collie vs Toy Fox Terrier vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Collie, Toy Fox Terrier, and Papillon. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National 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

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