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Name	Leonberger	Standard Schnauzer	German Pinscher
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	100	90	136
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher breeds.	Gentle Giant Gentle Lion Leonbergi Leo	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 130-170 pounds (59-77 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 150 pounds (68 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Leonberger or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 29-31 inches (74-80 cm), Female: 27-29 inches (61-74 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (77 cm), Female: 28 inches (67.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1500-$2000	$1200-$1500	$1400-$1600
Availability Which is easier to get, Leonberger or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Frequent: The Leonberger is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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: Standard Schnauzer 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 Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?	Leonberger dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?	Leonberger dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?	Leonberger dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher? Compare temperaments.	Loving Obedient Loyal Fearless Companionable Adaptable	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher?	High: Leonberger dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher social needs comparison:	Leonberger dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Leonberger dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Leonberger dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The Leonberger barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?	The Leonberger is a playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Leonberger 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.	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 German Pinscher indoors.
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Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Leonberger dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Leonberger or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher?	Leonberger dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Standard Schnauzer 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.

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Leonberger: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers cold weather The Leonberger can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues?	Leonbergers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Leonberger should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Bloat Entropion Inherited Polyneuropathy Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Eosinophilic Panosteitis	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	No data available

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Leonberger's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which needs most food?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. What colors are available?	Red Brown Yellow Sandy Reddish Mahogany	Black Pepper Salt	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Leonberger requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which drools least?	The Leonberger is an average drooler. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Leonberger has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Waterproof	Wiry	Dense Shiny Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Leonberger or Standard Schnauzer or German Pinscher? Leonberger or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Leonberger dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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 Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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 Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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 Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Leonberger breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which is best for draft work?	Yes 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 Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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.

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. 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.

Leonberger vs Standard Schnauzer vs German Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2010 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Leonberger, Standard Schnauzer, and German Pinscher. Which has most recognition?	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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	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

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