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Name	Weimaraner	Italian Greyhound	Bulldog
Origins	Germany	Italy	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog breeds.	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	British Bulldog English Bulldog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog? Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog height comparison:	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1500-$2000	$800-$1000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog?	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is easiest to train?	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most alert?	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most protective?	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog? Compare temperaments.	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog?	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog social needs comparison:	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most playful?	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	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 Italian Greyhound indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
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Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most flexible?	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog?	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bulldog 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.

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which has fewer health issues?	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bulldog 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: Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which breed is most active?	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog?	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. What colors are available?	Gray Blue Silver Copper	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which drools least?	The Weimaraner 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.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Fine	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog? Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is best with kids?	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog? Which dog is more friendly?	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog?	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Weimaraner or Italian Greyhound or Bulldog?	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog?	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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 Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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 Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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 Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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 Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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.

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. 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.

Weimaraner vs Italian Greyhound vs Bulldog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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 Weimaraner, Italian Greyhound, and Bulldog. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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