External parasite

An organism that lives in or on the living tissue of a host organism. It gives its host nothing beneficial in return, and often is injurious and even lethal to the host.

parasite

Archaeology; Evolution

An organism that lives on or in a plant or animal of a different species, taking nutrients without providing any benefit to the host.

parasite

Health care; Flu prevention & treatment

An organism living in, with, or on another organism.

dead ring

Animals; Dogs

The stationary ring on a training collar that pulls on the collar, not the dog’s neck.

hot spot

Animals; Dogs

A localized area of skin infection. It’s usually round, red, and warm to the touch.

registration certificate

Animals; Dogs

The paper certifying a dog’s registration with an accredited organization.

release word

Animals; Dogs

A word that lets a dog know that she is free to move.

American Kennel Club (AKC)

Animals; Dogs

An official registry for purebred dogs in the United States, which keeps a registry of all litter and individual registrations.

clicker

Animals; Dogs

A small hand-held device that makes a sharp cracking sound when pressed. Paired with a food reward, an effective dog-training tool.

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Emo killings

A series of killings targeting Iraqi 'gay' and 'emo' youth. Killings highlight the inability of the Iraqi government to protect the younger generation ...