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Name	Boxer	Belgian Malinois	Siberian Husky
Origins	Germany	Belgium	Russia
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Group	Working Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky breeds.	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Malinois	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$1200	$1200-$1400	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which is easiest to train?	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most alert?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most protective?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are a social breed. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	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.	Belgian Malinois 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.	Siberian Husky 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

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most playful?	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most flexible?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Malinois dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which has fewer health issues?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Siberian Husky 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 Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Siberian Husky 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: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which breed is most active?	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. What colors are available?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which drools least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Weather-resistant Straight	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky? Boxer or Belgian Malinois or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which is best with kids?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or Belgian Malinois or Siberian Husky?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Malinois dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Malinois is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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.	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 Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Which has most puppies?	2-10 puppies, average 6	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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.

Boxer vs Belgian Malinois vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Boxer, Belgian Malinois, and Siberian Husky. 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	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	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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