Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or Lab or Bjelkier? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Shiba Inu and Labrador Retriever. Which is better: Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed?
Name | Shiba Inu | Labrador Retriever | Samoyed |
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Origins | Japan | England Canada | Russia |
Group | Companion Dogs | Gun Dog | Sled Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 45 | 1 | 57 |
Reviews | 9 | 11 | 16 |
User Ratings |
Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed breeds. |
Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog |
Lab Labrador |
Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) | Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) | Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) | Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) | Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed height comparison: | Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) | Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) | Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) | Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm) |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1000 | $1000-$2000 | $1200-$1500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? | Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which is easiest to train? | A slightly harder to train than average. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. | Samoyed dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most alert? | Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. | Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most protective? | Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. | Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed? Compare temperaments. |
Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming |
Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful |
Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed? | Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed social needs comparison: | Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. | Samoyed dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. | Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. | The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | 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. | Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most vocal? | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. | Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. | Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. | Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home. | 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most flexible? | Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody. | Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which uses mouth most during play? | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which handles climate changes best? | 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. | Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. | Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has fewer health issues? | The Shiba Inu 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 Samoyed 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 Shiba Inu 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 Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax |
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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which breed is most active? | Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs. | Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need. | Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises. | Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? | Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep. | Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which needs most food? | Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 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. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red Cream Sesame |
Black Yellow Chocolate | Cream White Biscuit |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which requires most maintenance? | Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. | Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which drools least? | The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. | The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has least natural smell? | Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell. | High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Dense |
Dense Waterproof Hard Short | Dense |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding: | Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. | Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. | Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which is best with kids? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. | Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? | Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Labrador Retriever or Samoyed? | Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed? |
No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality. |
Yes Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people. | Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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 Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has most puppies? | 2-4 puppies | 5-10 puppies | 4-6 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. 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. |
Shiba Inu vs Labrador Retriever vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 Nordic Sledge Dogs section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Shiba Inu, Labrador Retriever, and Samoyed. Which has most recognition? |
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 |
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 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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