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Name	Norwegian Elkhound	Mastiff	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	Norway	England	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	91	28	73
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Gra Norsk Elghund Gray Norwegian Elkhound Harmaa Norjanhirvikoira Norsk Elghund Norwegian Moose Dog Small Grey Elk Dog Elkhound	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Cu Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Mastiff? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inches (50.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$1200-$1500	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Very frequent: The Norwegian Elkhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:	Smart: The Norwegian Elkhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Bold	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: Norwegian Elkhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Norwegian Elkhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Norwegian Elkhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	A lot: Norwegian Elkhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	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 Norwegian Elkhound 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 Mastiff indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Norwegian Elkhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
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 Norwegian Elkhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	The Norwegian Elkhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Norwegian Elkhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Norwegian Elkhound, Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Norwegian Elkhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Prefers cold weather The Norwegian Elkhound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound energy level comparison:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Norwegian Elkhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Norwegian Elkhound, Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound color?	Black Gray White Silver	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Average: The Norwegian Elkhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or {name3 shedding:	Norwegian Elkhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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, Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Medium ⏺ The Norwegian Elkhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Norwegian Elkhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Norwegian Elkhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Norwegian Elkhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Norwegian Elkhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Norwegian Elkhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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: Norwegian Elkhound or Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? 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.	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 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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really Norwegian Elkhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound 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.	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.
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.

Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Norwegian Elkhound and Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound have?	5-10 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Norwegian Elkhound vs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	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 Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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