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Name	Broholmer	Mastiff	Pit Bullmastiff
Origins	Denmark	England	England
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff breeds.	Danish Broholmer Danish Mastiff	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is the largest?	Large Giant	Giant	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 110-150 pounds (50-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (40-58 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 130 pounds (59 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff? Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff height comparison:	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29.5 inches (75 cm) Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	19 inches (47.5 cm)

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1300-$1500	$1200-$1500	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff?	Average: The Broholmer is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Pit Bullmastiff is easier than average to get.

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Broholmer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is easiest to train?	Broholmer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most alert?	Broholmer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most protective?	Broholmer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff? Compare temperaments.	Protective Confident Friendly Calm	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Stubborn Clownish Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Docile Affectionate Obedient Reliable Loyal Devoted Strong Willed Aggressive Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Broholmer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff?	Average to High: Broholmer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Pit Bullmastiff dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff social needs comparison:	Broholmer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Broholmer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Pit Bullmastiff is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Broholmer dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Pit 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Broholmer is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Pit Bullmastiff rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Broholmers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Pit Bullmastiffs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Broholmer indoors.	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 Mastiff indoors.	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 Pit Bullmastiff indoors.
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Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most flexible?	Broholmer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Pit Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff?	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.	Pit Bullmastiff 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.

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Broholmer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Pit Bullmastiff: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Broholmer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which has fewer health issues?	Broholmers are commonly healthy dogs.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Pit Bullmastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Broholmer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Pit Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which breed is most active?	Broholmer dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Broholmer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff?	Broholmer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Broholmer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pit Bullmastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which needs most food?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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.
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Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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 Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. What colors are available?	Red Yellow Golden	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Fawn Yellow Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Broholmer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pit Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which drools least?	The Broholmer is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Pit Bullmastiff is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Broholmer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pit Bullmastiff has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough Smooth	Dense	Fine Rough
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff? Broholmer or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Broholmer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is best with kids?	Broholmer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Broholmer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Broholmer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff?	Broholmer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Broholmer or Mastiff or Pit Bullmastiff?	Broholmer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pit Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff?	Yes Broholmer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pit Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Broholmer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pit Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Broholmers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pit Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	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 Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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 Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Broholmer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pit Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which is best for draft work?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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.

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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.

Broholmer vs Mastiff vs Pit Bullmastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. 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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Broholmer, Mastiff, and Pit Bullmastiff. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. 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	No data available

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