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Name	Small Munsterlander	English Springer Spaniel	Beagle
Origins	Germany	England	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	198	27	6
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle breeds.	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Springer Spaniel	English Beagle
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle? Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 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: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$700-$800	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which is easiest to train?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is most alert?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is most protective?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle? Compare temperaments.	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander 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. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is most playful?	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which uses mouth most during play?	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has fewer health issues?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which breed is most active?	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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 Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. What colors are available?	White & Brown	Black Tan White Liver	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which drools least?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Thick	Feathered	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle? Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which is best with kids?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or English Springer Spaniel or Beagle?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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 Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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.

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-10 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. 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.

Small Munsterlander vs English Springer Spaniel vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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 Small Munsterlander, English Springer Spaniel, and Beagle. Which has most recognition?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry 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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