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Name	Rat Terrier	Black Russian Terrier	Austrian Pinscher
Origins	United States	Russia	Austria
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Black Terrier Mustaterrieri Russian Bear Schnauzer Schwarzer Russicher Terrier Stalin's Dog Tchiorny Terrier Terrier Noir Russem Chornyi	Austrian Shorthaired Pinscher Österreichischer Kurzhaarpinscher
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Small	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Black Russian Terrier? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher weight comparison:	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	80-143 pounds (36-65 kg)	12–18 kg
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	111.5 pounds (50.5 kg)	12–18 kg
Height Which is taller, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher height comparison:	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)	Male: 17–20 inches (44–50 cm), 17–19 inches (42–48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (69 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (68 cm)	Male: 17–20 inches (44–50 cm), 17–19 inches (42–48 cm)

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$1800-$2500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Black Russian Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Trainability Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher trainability comparison.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Playful Independent Energetic Confident Affectionate Lively Gentle Social Cheerful Brave Stable Defensive	Playful Alert Friendly Devoted Lively Assertive
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.	Austrian Pinscher dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Black Russian Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Austrian Pinscher dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher social needs comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Black Russian Terrier 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.	Austrian Pinscher dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher playfulness comparison:	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Black Russian Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Austrian Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Black Russian Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Austrian Pinscher 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 Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier 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 Black Russian Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Austrian Pinscher breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Black Russian Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Austrian Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Rat Terrier 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.	Austrian Pinscher 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.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Black Russian Terrier bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Austrian Pinscher 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 Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Black Russian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Austrian Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Austrian Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Black Russian Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Austrian Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Urinary Stones	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Autoimmune Disorders
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Black Russian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Austrian Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Rat Terrier, Black Russian Terrier and Austrian Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Black Russian Terrier: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Austrian Pinscher: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	No data available	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Black Russian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Austrian Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Rough Curly Waterproof	Thick Double
Colors What are the original Rat Terrier, Black Russian Terrier and Austrian Pinscher color?	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Gray	Black Tan Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Black Russian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Austrian Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Black Russian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Austrian Pinscher 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: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher 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, Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Black Russian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Austrian Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Black Russian Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Austrian Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher?	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Black Russian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Austrian Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Black Russian Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Austrian Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Black Russian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Austrian Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Black Russian Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Austrian Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher 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: Rat Terrier or Black Russian Terrier or Austrian Pinscher? 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?	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.	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: Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher?	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Black Russian Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Austrian Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher 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 Rat Terrier and Black Russian Terrier and Austrian Pinscher have?	5-7 puppies	6-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Rat Terrier vs Black Russian Terrier vs Austrian Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	No data available

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