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Name	Rafeiro do Alentejo	Kangal Dog	Akita Shepherd
Origins	Portugal	Turkey	Japan Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mutt of Alentejo Portuguese Mastiff Alentejo Mastiff	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi	Shepkita
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Giant	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Kangal Dog? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 110-132 pounds (50-60 kg), Female: 100-121 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 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?	Male: 121 pounds (55 kg), Female: 110.5 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 27-28 inches (66-75 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-70 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 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?	Male: 27.5 inches (70.5 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (67 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo is a commonly available dog breed.	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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Akita Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd trainability comparison.	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are hard to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Protective Territorial Selfish Calm Confidence Sober	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled	Curious Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Watchful Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Rafeiro do Alentejo 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.	Sensitive: Akita Shepherd 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: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Average to High: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Akita Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd social needs comparison:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. See more.	Akita Shepherd 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Kangal Dog 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.	Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd playfulness comparison:	Rafeiro do Alentejos don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akita Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Low to Average: The Rafeiro do Alentejo rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Akita Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Rafeiro do Alentejo breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Akita Shepherd breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Akita Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Rafeiro do Alentejo bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita Shepherd 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Akita Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Akita Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Fatty Tumors	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Rafeiro do Alentejo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Rafeiro do Alentejo, Kangal Dog and Akita Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rafeiro do Alentejo: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita Shepherd: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	Prefers cold weather The Akita Shepherd can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd energy level comparison:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Akita Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs exercise need is minimal.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Akita Shepherd dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	5 to 6 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	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Rafeiro do Alentejo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Akita Shepherd has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense Straight Double	Dense Double	Fluffy Dense Fuzzy Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Rafeiro do Alentejo, Kangal Dog and Akita Shepherd color?	Black Gray Fawn Yellow Brindle	Black Gray Cream	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Rafeiro do Alentejo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Akita Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or {name3 shedding:	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Akita Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Rafeiro do Alentejo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rafeiro do Alentejo is an average drooler. See more.	The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Akita Shepherd is an average drooler. See more.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Akita Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd?	Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Akita Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	No Rafeiro do Alentejo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rafeiro do Alentejo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rafeiro do Alentejos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akita Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rafeiro do Alentejo or Kangal Dog or Akita Shepherd? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd?	Not really Rafeiro do Alentejo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita Shepherd 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?	Yes 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.	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.

Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd 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 Rafeiro do Alentejo and Kangal Dog and Akita Shepherd have?	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Rafeiro do Alentejo vs Kangal Dog vs Akita Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc. International Designer Canine Registry

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