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English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Merry Cocker Woker or Cavalier?

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Name English Cocker Spaniel Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Cavalier
Cavie
Cav
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Small
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Is an English Cocker Spaniel taller than a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed costs more?
$900-$1200 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare training requirements.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare living space needs.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Dry Eye
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare activity levels.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare breed colors.
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Tan
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare fur types.
Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed more than Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Can an English Cocker Spaniel and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel be friends? Do English Cocker Spaniel dogs get along with Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: an English Cocker Spaniel or a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?

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.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between English Cocker Spaniel and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?
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

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    Nov 15, 2020, 5:59:03 AM:

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