Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or Cavoodle or Cavalier? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Samoyed and Cavapoo. Which is better: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
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| Name | Samoyed | Cavapoo | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
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| Origins |  Russia |  Australia |  England |
| Group | Sled Dogs | Companion Dogs | Companion Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 57 | 555 | 19 |
| Reviews | 16 | 10 | 7 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya | Cavoodle |
Cavalier Cavie Cav |
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| Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Medium | Small Medium | Small |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavapoo? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight comparison: | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | 12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg) | 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | 18 pounds (5.7.5 kg) | 14 pounds (6.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison: | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | 11-18 inches (28-45 cm) | 12-13 inches (30-33 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) | 14.5 inches (36.5 cm) | 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison
| Price
Which is cheaper, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is more expensive? | $1200-$1500 | $1200-$1800 | $1200-$1500 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows. | Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel intelligence: | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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| Trainability
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel trainability comparison. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. |
| Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. |
| Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison: |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Loving Intelligent Gentle |
Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness |
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| Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cavapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. | Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. |
| Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Cavapoo 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. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Playfulness
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel playfulness comparison: | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Cavapoos, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
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| Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Average: The Cavapoo barks occasionally. | Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. |
| Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | 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 Samoyed indoors. | Very house-friendly dog the Cavapoo breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Cavapoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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| Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed 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. | Cavapoo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak. |
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| Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody. |
| Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mouthiness comparison: | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cavapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Health Issues
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia |
| Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
| Life Expectancy
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Samoyed, Cavapoo and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years |
| Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Level
Who has more energy a Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel energy level comparison: | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1 to 1.5 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? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight gain potential comparison: | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel coat comparison: | Dense |
Curly Wavy Straight | Feathered |
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| Colors
What are the original Samoyed, Cavapoo and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel color? | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom |
Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby |
| Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel grooming comparison: | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. | Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Samoyed or Cavapoo or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. |
| Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
| Hypoallergenic
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | No See more. |
| Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell. |
| Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Cavapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison
| Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets. |
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| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cavapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
| Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people. | Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Samoyed or Cavapoo or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
| 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? | 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. |
| Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| 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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| 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. |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison
| Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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| Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
| Litter Size
How many puppies can Samoyed and Cavapoo and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have? | 4-6 puppies | 2-8 puppies | 3-5 puppies |
Samoyed vs Cavapoo vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison
| AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed. |
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| FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section. |
| Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
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 |
Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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