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Name	English Springer Spaniel	Portuguese Pointer	Whippet
Origins	England	Portugal	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet breeds.	Springer Spaniel	Portuguese Pointing Dog Perdigueiro Portugues	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet? English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet?	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Average: The Portuguese Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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 English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Affectionate Lively Calm Submissive	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Portuguese Pointer 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Portuguese Pointers are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Portuguese Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet?	English Springer 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.	Portuguese Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Portuguese Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Portuguese Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Portuguese Pointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Portuguese Pointer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. 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 English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. What colors are available?	Black Tan White Liver	White Brown Yellow Light	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Portuguese Pointer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which drools least?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Pointer is an average drooler. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Portuguese Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Rough	Fine Short Close in texture
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet? English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or {name3 shedding:	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Portuguese Pointer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or Portuguese Pointer or Whippet?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Portuguese Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Portuguese Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. 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 English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Portuguese Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	5-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs Portuguese Pointer vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, Portuguese Pointer, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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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