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Name	Dachshund	Toy Manchester Terrier	Toy Fox Terrier
Origins	Germany	United States United Kingdom	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	English (Toy) Terrier	Amertoy American Toy Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	8 pounds (3.5 kg)	3.6 pounds (1.4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	11 inches (27.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$600-$1000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Energetic Hunting	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Toy Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Toy Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Toy Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Toy Manchester Terrier breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Dachshund 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.	Toy Manchester Terrier 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.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Toy Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Toy Fox Terrier 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: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Von Willebrand's Disease Demodectic Mange
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Toy Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Toy Manchester Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Manchester Terrier: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Toy Manchester Terrier 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.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	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.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Flat	Dense
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Toy Manchester Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Tan Black	Black Tan White Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Toy Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Toy Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Toy Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Toy Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Toy Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Toy Manchester Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Toy Fox Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Dachshund or Toy Manchester Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search 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: Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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.

Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier 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 Dachshund and Toy Manchester Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-6 puppies
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Dachshund vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 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	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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