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Name	Kooikerhondje	Labrador Retriever	Whippet
Origins	Netherlands	England Canada	England
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet breeds.	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog	Lab Labrador	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet? Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet height comparison:	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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?	15 inches (38.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet?	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 Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	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.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet 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: Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet?	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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?	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Kooikerhondje 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
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Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Labrador Retriever 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which uses mouth most during play?	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever 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

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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?	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once 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: Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which needs most food?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 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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Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. What colors are available?	Red White Orange	Black Yellow Chocolate	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which drools least?	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine Short Close in texture
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet? Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?	Kooikerhondje dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Kooikerhondje dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	Kooikerhondje dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Kooikerhondje or Labrador Retriever or Whippet?	Kooikerhondje dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet?	Yes Kooikerhondje dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Kooikerhondje is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever 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?	Kooikerhondjes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?	5-7 puppies	5-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, 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 Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, 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.

Kooikerhondje vs Labrador Retriever vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Kooikerhondje, Labrador Retriever, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	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 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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