Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bjelkier or Lab or Japanese Shiba Inu? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Samoyed and Labrador Retriever. Which is better: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu?
Name | Samoyed | Labrador Retriever | Shiba Inu |
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Origins | Russia | England Canada | Japan |
Group | Sled Dogs | Gun Dog | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 57 | 1 | 45 |
Reviews | 16 | 11 | 9 |
User Ratings |
Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu breeds. |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
Lab Labrador |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) | Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu height comparison: | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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) | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1200-$1500 | $1000-$2000 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. | Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is easiest to train? | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. | A slightly harder to train than average. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most alert? | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most protective? | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu? | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison: | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. |
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. | Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. |
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. | Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Shiba Inu 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 Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most vocal? | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. | Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. 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 Samoyed indoors. | It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home. | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most flexible? | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? | 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. | Labrador Retriever 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. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which uses mouth most during play? | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed lives longest? |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has fewer health issues? | The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which breed is most active? | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. | Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is most prone to obesity? | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. | High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which needs most food? | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. What colors are available? | Cream White Biscuit |
Black Yellow Chocolate |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which requires most maintenance? | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which drools least? | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. | The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense |
Dense Waterproof Hard Short | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which requires most frequent baths? | 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. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding: | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. | Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best with kids? | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. | Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Samoyed or Labrador Retriever or Shiba Inu? | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu? |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Shiba Inu 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. | Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best suited for service work? | 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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | 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 Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which is best for draft work? | 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. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. 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. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Which has most puppies? | 4-6 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. What's recommended? | 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. |
Samoyed vs Labrador Retriever vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. | Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Samoyed, Labrador Retriever, and Shiba Inu. 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 |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 |
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