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Name	Pharaoh Hound	Akita	Phu Quoc Ridgeback
Origins	Malta	Japan	Vietnam
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Pharaoh Kelb Tal-Fenek	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog	Cho Phu Quoc Phu Quoc Dog Phu Quoc Greyhound Beautiful Island Ridgeback
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Akita? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback weight comparison:	45-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (12-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 35 pounds (16 kg), Female: 31 pounds (14 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$800-$1200	$80-$120
Availability Which is easier to get, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Frequent: The Pharaoh Hound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.	Average: The Phu Quoc Ridgeback is a commonly available dog breed.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Affectionate Sociable Trainable	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing	Independent Courageous Intelligent Loyal Territorial Sociable Inquisitive Aggressive Trainable Dedicated
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Pharaoh Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Average to High: Pharaoh Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback social needs comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Pharaoh Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback playfulness comparison:	Average: Pharaoh Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Phu Quoc Ridgebacks, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Low to Average: The Pharaoh Hound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Phu Quoc Ridgeback is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	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 Pharaoh Hound indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita 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 Phu Quoc Ridgeback indoors.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pharaoh Hound 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.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hound 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.	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.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pharaoh Hound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Phu Quoc Ridgeback 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 Pharaoh Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Phu Quoc Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback mouthiness comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Phu Quoc Ridgebacks are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Arthritis Joint Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Pharaoh Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Phu Quoc Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Pharaoh Hound, Akita and Phu Quoc Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pharaoh Hound: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Phu Quoc Ridgeback: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback energy level comparison:	Pharaoh Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pharaoh Hound dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pharaoh Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Phu Quoc Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback coat comparison:	Shiny	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight	Coarse
Colors What are the original Pharaoh Hound, Akita and Phu Quoc Ridgeback color?	Tan Red White Golden Chestnut	Black Red White Brown Fawn	Black Yellow Spotted Reddish Dark Brown Striped Golden Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Pharaoh Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Phu Quoc Ridgeback doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Pharaoh Hound or Akita or {name3 shedding:	Pharaoh Hound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback 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: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Medium ⏺ The Pharaoh Hound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Phu Quoc Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pharaoh Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.	The Phu Quoc Ridgeback is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pharaoh Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Pharaoh Hound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Yes Pharaoh Hound 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.	No Phu Quoc Ridgeback dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Pharaoh Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Phu Quoc Ridgeback is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Pharaoh Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Phu Quoc Ridgebacks are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback 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: Pharaoh Hound or Akita or Phu Quoc Ridgeback? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback?	Not really Pharaoh Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Phu Quoc Ridgeback 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback 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 Pharaoh Hound and Akita and Phu Quoc Ridgeback have?	6-8 puppies	3-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pharaoh Hound vs Akita vs Phu Quoc Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available

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