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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Irish Setter	Gordon Setter
Origins	Germany	Ireland	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Gordon Castle Setters
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Setter 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 Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Irish Setter 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Gordon Setter 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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Red Mahogany	Black Tan Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Gordon Setter 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: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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, German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Gordon Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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: German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? 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.	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?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Gordon Setter 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and Irish Setter and Gordon Setter have?	7-12 puppies	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council 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	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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