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Name	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Samoyed	Shetland Sheepdog
Origins	Wales	Russia	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Sled Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	15	57	24
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Corgi Pem Pembroke	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is the smallest dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Samoyed? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog weight comparison:	Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog intelligence:	Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog trainability comparison.	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Going Cheerful	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog social needs comparison:	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog playfulness comparison:	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Samoyed indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.	Samoyed 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.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.
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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog mouthiness comparison:	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog lifespan comparison. How long do Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Samoyed and Shetland Sheepdog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog energy level comparison:	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Samoyed and Shetland Sheepdog color?	Red Fawn Sable Black & Tan	Cream White Biscuit	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or {name3 shedding:	Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Low 🔽 The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Good With Comparison

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog 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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Samoyed or Shetland Sheepdog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog?	Not really Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog 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.	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.
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.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Samoyed and Shetland Sheepdog have?	6-7 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Samoyed vs Shetland Sheepdog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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