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Name	Large Munsterlander	English Springer Spaniel	Small Munsterlander
Origins	Germany	England	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund Large Munsterlander Großer Münsterländer	Springer Spaniel	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Which is the smallest dog, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander weight comparison:	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$700-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Average: The Large Munsterlander is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander trainability comparison.	Large Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Large Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander behavior/temperament comparison:	Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Cheerful	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Large Munsterlander 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.	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander 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: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	High: Large Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander social needs comparison:	Large Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Large Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Large Munsterlander dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Small Munsterlander 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander playfulness comparison:	The Large Munsterlander is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Average: The Large Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander 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 Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Large Munsterlander breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Large Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlander 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.	English Springer Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Small Munsterlander 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.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander health comparison. Which is the healthier: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Bloat Skin Irritation Ear Infections Osteochondrosis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Large Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander lifespan comparison. How long do Large Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Large Munsterlander: 12 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Large Munsterlander's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander coat comparison:	Dense Thick	Feathered	Dense Thick
Colors What are the original Large Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander color?	Blue Black & White	Black Tan White Liver	White & Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander grooming comparison:	Average: The Large Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Large Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Small Munsterlander 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: Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander 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, Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Low 🔽 The Large Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Large Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Large Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is more friendly?	Large Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander?	Large Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Yes Large Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Large Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Large Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander 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: Large Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Small Munsterlander? Which is better for autism?	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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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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander?	Not really Large Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like 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.

Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander 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 Large Munsterlander and English Springer Spaniel and Small Munsterlander have?	5-9 puppies	4-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Large Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Small Munsterlander Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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