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Name	Standard Schnauzer	Poodle	Great Dane
Origins	Germany	Germany France	Germany
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane breeds.	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height Which is taller, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1500	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane?	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane?	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane social needs comparison:	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane 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.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Great Dane 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Great Dane 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 Poodle vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane?	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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane 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 Poodle vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	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 Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which has fewer health issues?	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes 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.	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane 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 Poodle vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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 Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. What colors are available?	Black Pepper Salt	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which drools least?	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry	Curly	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane? Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or {name3 shedding:	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which is best with kids?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are 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.	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Standard Schnauzer or Poodle or Great Dane?	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane?	Yes Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane 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 Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Great Dane 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.	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	Yes 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Standard Schnauzer vs Poodle vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	10-15 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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 Poodle vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Standard Schnauzer, Poodle, and Great Dane. 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 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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