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Name	Rough Collie	Saluki	Schweizer Laufhund
Origins	Scotland	Fertile Crescent	Switzerland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund breeds.	English Collie Lassie Dog Long-Haired Collie Scottish Collie Collie	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Chien Courant Suisse Schweizer Laufhund Swiss Hound Swiss Laufhund
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund? Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$600-$800	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund?	Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Saluki 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.

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which is easiest to train?	Rough Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is most alert?	Rough Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is most protective?	Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund? Compare temperaments.	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Obedient Loyal Gentle Social Elegant Hard working Herding	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Alert Friendly Affectionate Gentle Tolerant
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.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund 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: Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund?	High: Rough Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Schweizer Laufhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund social needs comparison:	Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund 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.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Schweizer Laufhund is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Schweizer Laufhund is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is most playful?	The Rough Collie is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Schweizer Laufhund is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Saluki 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 Schweizer Laufhund indoors.
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Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed is most flexible?	Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund?	Rough Collie 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.	Schweizer Laufhund 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 Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which breed lives longest?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Schweizer Laufhund: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Schweizer Laufhunds are commonly healthy dogs.
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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 Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Schweizer Laufhund 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: Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Schweizer Laufhund 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 Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund?	Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Schweizer Laufhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. What colors are available?	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	White & Black Patches Black Saddle & Tan Markings
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schweizer Laufhund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which drools least?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schweizer Laufhund is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schweizer Laufhund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Smooth	Dense Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Rough Collie or Saluki or Schweizer Laufhund? Rough Collie or Saluki or {name3 shedding:	Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schweizer Laufhund dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Good With Comparison

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

Rough Collie vs Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schweizer Laufhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Saluki vs Schweizer Laufhund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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 Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Rough Collie, Saluki, and Schweizer Laufhund. 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	No data available	No data available

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