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Name	Rough Collie	Poodle	Belgian Tervuren
Origins	Scotland	Germany France	Belgium
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren breeds.	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Tervuren
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren? Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$1000-$1500	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Tervuren is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which is easiest to train?	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most alert?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most protective?	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Loyal Attentive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Rough Collie 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Belgian Tervuren 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

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most playful?	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Rough Collie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle 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 Belgian Tervuren indoors.
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Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most flexible?	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren?	Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Tervuren 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.

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed lives longest?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which has fewer health issues?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	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	No data available

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which breed is most active?	Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. What colors are available?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which drools least?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Curly	Thick Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Poodle or Belgian Tervuren? Rough Collie or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Good With Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	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 Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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 Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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.	Not really 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 Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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.

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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.

Rough Collie vs Poodle vs Belgian Tervuren Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Rough Collie, Poodle, and Belgian Tervuren. 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	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	No data available

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