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Name	Standard Schnauzer	Airedale Terrier	Cavador
Origins	Germany	England	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador breeds.	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Cavadoor Cavadore
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	20-50 pounds (9-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador? Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	19-24 inches (48-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$600-$800	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador?	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Cavador is a commonly available dog breed.

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Cavador dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which is easiest to train?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cavador dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most alert?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavador dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most protective?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cavador dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Active Intelligent Friendly Social Lovely
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Cavador dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cavador dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cavador dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Cavador 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cavador barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most playful?	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Cavador is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. 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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.	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 Airedale Terrier indoors.	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 Cavador indoors.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cavador dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador?	Standard Schnauzer 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.	Airedale Terrier 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.	Cavador 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavador: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which has fewer health issues?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cavadors are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Cavador should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Mitral Valve Disease

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which breed is most active?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cavador dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Standard Schnauzer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Cavador dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador?	Standard Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cavador dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. What colors are available?	Black Pepper Salt	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Red Brown Yellow Golden
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Cavador doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which drools least?	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavador is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cavador has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry	Wiry Dense Rough	Dense Straight Short Medium
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador? Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Cavador dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which is best with kids?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Cavador dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador? Which dog is more friendly?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Cavador dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Airedale Terrier or Cavador?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Cavador dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador?	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavador dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavador is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cavadors are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Cavador breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. 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 Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	7-9 puppies	4-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. 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.

Standard Schnauzer vs Airedale Terrier vs Cavador Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Standard Schnauzer, Airedale Terrier, and Cavador. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club 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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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