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Name	Welsh Terrier	Sealyham Terrier	Tibetan Terrier
Origins	Wales	Wales	Tibet
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	109	150	101
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welshie	Cowley Terrier Welsh Border Terrier	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Sealyham Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	20 pounds (9 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	12 inches (30 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000	$1200-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Sealyham Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier trainability comparison.	Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outright Tempered Fearless Calm	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Welsh 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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Sealyham Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier social needs comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Tibetan Terrier 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

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Sealyham Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Sealyham Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
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Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Sealyham Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Sealyham Terrier dogs handle alone time quite well.	Tibetan 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.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Sealyham Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Sealyham Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Sealyham Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier health problems comparison:	Skin Irritation	Allergies Eye Problems Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Skin Allergies Primary Lens Luxation Glaucoma	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Sealyham Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Terrier, Sealyham Terrier and Tibetan Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Sealyham Terrier: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Sealyham Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier energy level comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Sealyham Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier coat comparison:	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Wiry Dense Soft Weather-resistant	Thick Smooth
Colors What are the original Welsh Terrier, Sealyham Terrier and Tibetan Terrier color?	Black Tan Grizzle	White	Black Gray White Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Sealyham Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Sealyham Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Sealyham Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Sealyham Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Sealyham Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Yes Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Sealyham Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Sealyham Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Sealyham Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Welsh Terrier or Sealyham Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier?	Not really Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Sealyham Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	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.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Welsh Terrier and Sealyham Terrier and Tibetan Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Welsh Terrier vs Sealyham Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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. 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 Club Espanol De Terriers	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

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