Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Maltapoo or Schnauzer or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Maltipoo and Standard Schnauzer. Which is better: Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund?
Name | Maltipoo | Standard Schnauzer | Dachshund |
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Origins | Germany France Italy | Germany | Germany |
Group | Designer Dogs | Working Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 558 | 90 | 13 |
Reviews | 4 | 2 | 7 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund breeds. |
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo |
Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer |
Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories. | Cross Breed | Purebred | Purebred |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest? | Small Medium | Medium | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges. | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) | Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) | Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund height comparison: | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) | Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds. | $400-$2000 | $1200-$1500 | $500-$700 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train? | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. | Dachshund dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert? | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. | Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective? | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average defenders. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments. |
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable |
Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured |
Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund? | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund social needs comparison: | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. | Dachshund dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. | A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most playful? | The Maltipoo is a playful breed. | The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. | Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo 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. | Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible? | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? | Maltipoo 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. | 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. | Dachshund 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. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which uses mouth most during play? | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest? |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | 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. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has fewer health issues? | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues. | The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Frequent The Maltipoo 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. |
Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund health problems comparison: |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome | Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis |
Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active? | Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs. | Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep. | Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. | High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which needs most food? | 0.5 to 1.5 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. | 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. What colors are available? |
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors |
Black Pepper Salt |
Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which drools least? | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly | Wiry | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. 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. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding: | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. | Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is best with kids? | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly? | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Maltipoo or Standard Schnauzer or Dachshund? | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund? |
Yes Maltipoo 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 Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for service work? | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which excels in therapy work? | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. 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. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. 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 Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. 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. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 4-8 puppies | 4-8 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Maltipoo vs Standard Schnauzer vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | 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 Dachshunds group, in the section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Maltipoo, Standard Schnauzer, and Dachshund. Which has most recognition? |
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America |
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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry |
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