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Name	Poodle	Giant Schnauzer	Mastiff
Origins	Germany France	Germany	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff breeds.	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Riesenschnauzer	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1500	$1000-$1500	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer 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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is easiest to train?	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is most alert?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is most protective?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff? Compare temperaments.	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is most playful?	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer 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 Mastiff indoors.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which uses mouth most during play?	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. 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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has fewer health issues?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which breed is most active?	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Pepper Salt	Fawn Brindle Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which drools least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Mastiff 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Wiry	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff? Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is best with kids?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Giant Schnauzer or Mastiff?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Mastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. 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 Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. 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 Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. 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.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has most puppies?	2-4 puppies	5-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Poodle vs Giant Schnauzer vs Mastiff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, and Mastiff. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club 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

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