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Name	Cardigan Welsh Corgi	Pug	Poodle
Origins	Wales	China	Germany France
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	68	31	7
Reviews	1	13	14
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cardi Cardigan	Carlin Chinese Pug Dutch Bulldog Dutch Mastiff Mini Mastiff Mops	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Pug? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle weight comparison:	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)	Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1300	$300-$500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pug dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pug dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable	Playful Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Pug 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pug dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pug dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pug 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Pug barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pug dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pug bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Vaccination Sensitivity Demodectic Mange Distichiasis Corneal Ulcers Dry Eye Hemi-vertebrae Cheyletiella Dermatitis Nerve Degeneration Proptosis Pug Dog Encephalitis Staphylococcus Infection Yeast Infection	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Pug and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Pug dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Curly
Colors What are the original Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Pug and Poodle color?	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White	Black Fawn	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Pug requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or {name3 shedding:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. See more.	Pug dogs shed above average. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pug is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Yes Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pug is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pug or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle?	Not really Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pug and Poodle have?	4-7 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 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	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

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