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Dogs

Any member of the family Canidae of the order Carnivora. Includes the domestic dog, Canis familiaris, many wild dogs, foxes, fennecs, jackals and wolves.

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Mastiff

Animals; Dogs

An ancient breed of large strong dogs, probably originating in Asia and having a short, often fawn-colored coat.

Portuguese Water Dog

Animals; Dogs

A breed of strong, medium-sized dog developed in Portugal that is able to swim long distances and is characterised by webbed feet and a curved tail.

Pug

Animals; Dogs

A small sturdy dog of an ancient breed originating in China, having a snub nose, wrinkled face, squarish body, short smooth hair, and curled tail.

Rottweiler

Animals; Dogs

A German breed of dog having a stocky body, short black fur, and tan face markings.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog

Animals; Dogs

A large, strong dog with a black coat with rust and white markings. Originally bred in Switzerland for drafting.

Great Pyrenees

Animals; Dogs

A breed of large, heavy-boned dogs having a thick white coat and originally developed to guard sheep.

Greyhound

Animals; Dogs

A breed of tall slender dog, having a smooth coat, a narrow head, and long legs and capable of running swiftly.

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