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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	Cavapoo	English Cocker Spaniel
Origins	England	Australia	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jack Russell Terrier	Cavoodle	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Small	Small Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$1200-$1800	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful
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.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel 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 Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel 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 Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	The English Cocker Spaniel 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Cavapoo and English Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	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 Cavapoo 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 English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 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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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:	Rough	Curly Wavy Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Cavapoo and English Cocker Spaniel color?	Black Tan White	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel 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 Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Cavapoo or English Cocker Spaniel? 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?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Jack Russell Terrier and Cavapoo and English Cocker Spaniel have?	4-8 puppies	2-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Cavapoo vs English Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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