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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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Grooming powder

Animals; Dogs

A talc-like powder meant to separate and give volume to the dog's hair.

Ragged

Animals; Dogs

Muscles appear ragged rather than smooth.

Break

Animals; Dogs

Term used to describe changing of coat colour from puppies to adult stages.

Board

Animals; Dogs

To feed, house, and care for a dog for a fee.

Put down

Animals; Dogs

(1) To prepare a dog for the show ring. (2) A dog unplaced in competition. (3) To euthenize a dog.

Bobtail

Animals; Dogs

A dog born without a tail, or a dog with a tail docked very short. Often used as a name for the Old English Sheepdog.

Gingivitis

Animals; Dogs

Inflammation of the gums, characterised by redness and swelling.

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