Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Comparison - Dog breed selector: Canarian Molosser or Shepkita or American Akita? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Perro de Presa Canario and Akita Shepherd. Which is better: Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita?
Name | Perro de Presa Canario | Akita Shepherd | Akita |
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Group | Guard Dogs | Designer Dogs | Working Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 439 | 647 | 47 |
Reviews | 5 | 0 | 9 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita breeds. |
Canarian Molosser Canary Mastiff Dogo Canario Presa Presa Canario Canary Catch Dog | Shepkita |
American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita? Compare their breeding categories. | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is the largest? | Large | Large | Large |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita? Compare adult weight ranges. | 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) | Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) | Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 90 pounds (40.5 kg) | Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) | Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita height comparison: | 21-25 inches (55-65 cm) | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 23 inches (60 cm) | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$3000 | $800-$1200 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Average: The Akita Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed. | Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Akita Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is easiest to train? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are quite easy to train. | Akita Shepherd dogs are easy to train. | Akita dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most alert? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most protective? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita? Compare temperaments. |
Dominant Gentle Strong Willed Calm Suspicious |
Curious Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Watchful Faithful Vigilant Willing |
Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: Akita Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita? | Average: Perro de Presa Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Akita Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita social needs comparison: | Perro de Presa Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. | Akita Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. | Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have average wanderlust potential. | Akita Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. | Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Perro de Presa Canario rarely barks. | Low to Average: The Akita Shepherd rarely barks. | Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Perro de Presa Canarios, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Akita Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Not an apartment-friendly dog the Perro de Presa Canario breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Akita Shepherd breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most flexible? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Akita Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Akita 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: Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? | 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. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Perro de Presa Canario has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Akita Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which uses mouth most during play? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has the strongest bite? | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Perro de Presa Canario bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita Shepherd bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed lives longest? |
9-11 years The average lifespan of Perro de Presa Canario: 10 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita Shepherd: 12 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which handles climate changes best? | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Akita Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has fewer health issues? | Perro de Presa Canarios are commonly healthy dogs. | Akita Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs. | The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Perro de Presa Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Rare The Akita Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita health problems comparison: |
Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Bloat Demodectic Mange Cryptorchidism Dilated Cardiomyopathy Obsessive Compulsive Disorder |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis 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 | Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which breed is most active? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are high-energy dogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs. | Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs have an average exercise need. | Akita Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs don't need too much sleep. | Akita Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is most prone to obesity? | High: The Perro de Presa Canario breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average: The Akita Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which needs most food? | 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. | Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. 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 Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. What colors are available? |
Black Red Silver Fawn Brindle |
Black Tan Red White Silver Brown Fawn |
Black Red White Brown Fawn |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Perro de Presa Canario doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Akita Shepherd requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which drools least? | The Perro de Presa Canario is an average drooler. | The Akita Shepherd is an average drooler. | The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Perro de Presa Canario has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Akita Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Smooth |
Fluffy Dense Fuzzy Waterproof Straight |
Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or {name3 shedding: | Perro de Presa Canario dogs shed none to minimal. | Akita Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. | Akita dogs are heavy shedders. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is best with kids? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Akita Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets. | Akita dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? Which dog is more friendly? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Perro de Presa Canario or Akita Shepherd or Akita? | Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not dog-friendly. | Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita? |
No Perro de Presa Canario dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Akita Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Perro de Presa Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Akita Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Perro de Presa Canarios are not the best breed for elderly people. | Akita Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good 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 Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. 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 Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has best nose work ability? | 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. | 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 Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is best for SAR work? | 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. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Perro de Presa Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Akita Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which is best for draft work? | Yes 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 Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has most puppies? | 7-9 puppies | 3-12 puppies | 3-12 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. 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. |
Perro de Presa Canario vs Akita Shepherd vs Akita Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Perro de Presa Canario, Akita Shepherd, and Akita. Which has most recognition? |
America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service |
Dog Registry of America Inc. International Designer Canine Registry |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club |
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