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Name	Japanese Spitz	Keeshond	Finnish Lapphund
Origins	Japan	Germany Netherlands	Finland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund breeds.	Nihon Supittsu	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Suomenlapinkoira Lapinkoira
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare adult weight ranges.	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund?	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is easiest to train?	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most alert?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most protective?	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Courageous Friendly Keen Calm Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund?	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Keeshond 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.	Finnish Lapphund 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

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most playful?	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Keeshond indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most flexible?	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund?	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Keeshond 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which uses mouth most during play?	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed lives longest?	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has fewer health issues?	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	No data available

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most active?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Keeshond dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.	Keeshond dogs exercise need is minimal.	Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund?	Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Keeshond dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which needs most food?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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 Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. What colors are available?	White	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Tan Cream Brown Sable Wolf Blonde
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which drools least?	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Thick	Fluffy Dense	Fluffy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund? Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:	Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately. See more.	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best with kids?	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog is more friendly?	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund?	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Keeshond or Finnish Lapphund?	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Finnish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund?	Yes Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Finnish Lapphund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Finnish Lapphund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Finnish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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 Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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 Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Keeshond breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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 Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most puppies?	1-6 puppies	3-8 puppies	2-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. 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.

Japanese Spitz vs Keeshond vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Japanese Spitz, Keeshond, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 American Pet Registry, Inc.	No data available

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