Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chinese Spaniel or Csivava or King Of The Toys? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Pekingese and Chihuahua. Which is better: Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher?
| Name | Pekingese | Chihuahua | Miniature Pinscher |
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| Group | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 88 | 32 | 71 |
| Reviews | 3 | 17 | 1 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher breeds. |
Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog |
Csivava Chihuahueño |
King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges. | 8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg) | 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) | Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg) | 4 pounds (2 kg) | Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher height comparison: | 6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm) | 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) | Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm) | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds. | $600-$800 | $600-$800 | $400-$600 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? | Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. | Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is easiest to train? | Pekingese dogs are easy to train. | Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most alert? | Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. | Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most protective? | Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. | Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. | Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare temperaments. |
Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated |
Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively |
Playful Energetic Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Responsive Clever |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher? | High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher social needs comparison: | Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. | Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Miniature Pinscher 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? | Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Chihuahua dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal? | Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. | A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. | A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most playful? | Pekingeses don't really like playing. | Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible? | Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Miniature Pinscher 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: Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Miniature Pinscher 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. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which uses mouth most during play? | Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed lives longest? |
13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years |
14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese 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. | 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues? | Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs. | Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs. | Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
| Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher health problems comparison: |
Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca |
Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most active? | Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal. | Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? | Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. | High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which needs most food? | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. What colors are available? |
Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn |
Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate |
Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which requires most maintenance? | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. | Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which drools least? | The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has least natural smell? | High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense | Fine | Rough |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which requires most frequent baths? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? Pekingese or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding: | Pekingese dogs shed moderately. | Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. | Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best with kids? | Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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| Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly? | Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? | Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pekingese or Chihuahua or Miniature Pinscher? | Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher? |
Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people. | Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people. | Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature 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. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has most puppies? | 2-4 puppies | 2-4 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. 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. |
Pekingese vs Chihuahua vs Miniature Pinscher Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature Pinscher. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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 Pekingese, Chihuahua, and Miniature 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. Australian National Kennel Council National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America |
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 |
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