Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Biewer à la Pom Pon or Toto Dog? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Border Terrier and Biewer Terrier. Which is better: Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Name | Border Terrier | Biewer Terrier | Cairn Terrier |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 92 | 588 | 69 |
Reviews | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier breeds. | Borders |
Biewer à la Pom Pon Biewer Yorkie Biewer Yorkshire German Yorkshire Terrier |
Toto Dog Cairn |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) | 4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg) | Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) | 6.75 pounds (3.25 kg) | Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier height comparison: | Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) | 7-11 inches (18-28 cm) | Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) | 9 inches (23 cm) | Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1400 | $1500-$1800 | $700-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? | Very frequent: The Border Terrier 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. | Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Biewer Terrier dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. | Biewer Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. | Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. | Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are average defenders. | Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless |
Playful Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Friendly |
Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Biewer Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? | High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Biewer Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison: | Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. | Biewer Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. | Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. | Biewer Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers. | Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Their prey drive is low. | Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. | Average: The Biewer Terrier barks occasionally. | A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Biewer Terrier is a playful breed. | The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Biewer 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 Cairn Terrier indoors. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Biewer Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? | 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. | Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Biewer Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Biewer Terrier bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Biewer Terrier: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Biewer Terriers are commonly healthy dogs. | Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Biewer Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison: |
Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis |
Dental Problems GI tract sensitivity Bouts of diarrhea Frequent discolored or soft stool |
Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA) |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Biewer Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs. | Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. | Biewer Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. | Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? | Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Biewer Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep. | Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Biewer Terrier has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which needs most food? | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. |
Yes No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. What colors are available? |
Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten |
Piebald Black & White & Tan Chocolate Tan & White Blue Tan & White |
Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Biewer Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which drools least? | The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Biewer Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Rough |
Silky Soft Long | Waterproof |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or {name3 shedding: | Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. | Biewer Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. | Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Biewer Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? | Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Cairn Terrier? | Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Biewer Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? |
Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Biewer Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes Biewer Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Biewer Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Biewer Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 2-8 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-10 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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. |
Border Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Terrier, Biewer Terrier, and Cairn Terrier. 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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers | United Kennel Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers |
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