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Name	German Spitz	Shetland Sheepdog	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Origins	Germany	Scotland	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	344	24	19
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Spitz	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Cavalier Cavie Cav
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Small Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel intelligence:	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel trainability comparison.	German Spitz dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel social needs comparison:	German Spitz dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Spitz dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Average to High: The German Spitz is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	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 German Spitz indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Spitz dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.
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 German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel health problems comparison:	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do German Spitz, Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	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 cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog 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.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel energy level comparison:	German Spitz dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	1 to 1.5 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.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense Straight	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original German Spitz, Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel color?	Black White Orange Tricolor	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	German Spitz dogs shed above average. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Yes German Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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: German Spitz or Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	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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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: German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?	Not really German Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 German Spitz and Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies
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German Spitz vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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

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