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Name	Papillon	Pomeranian	German Shepherd
Origins	Spain France Belgium	Germany Poland	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd breeds.	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Deutsche Spitze Pom Pom Spitz Enano Spitz Nain Zwergspitz Zwers Pom	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	5 pounds (2 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd? Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	7-12 inches (18-30 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$600-$800	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Active Playful Intelligent Friendly Docile Lively Sociable Attentive Trainable Extroverted	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd?	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian 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 German Shepherd indoors.
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Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most flexible?	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd?	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which uses mouth most during play?	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomeranian bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomeranian 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 Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Shepherd 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: Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Allergies Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Seizures Dry Eye Heatstroke Heat Intolerance	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Pomeranian dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Pomeranian dogs exercise need is minimal.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd?	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Pomeranian dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Orange	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which drools least?	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pomeranian has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Fluffy	Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd? Papillon or Pomeranian or {name3 shedding:	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Pomeranian dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd?	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Papillon or Pomeranian or German Shepherd?	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd?	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pomeranian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pomeranian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. 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 Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomeranian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. 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.

Papillon vs Pomeranian vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Papillon, Pomeranian, and German Shepherd. 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. 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. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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