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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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Euthanasia

Animals; Dogs

The act or practise of ending the life of an individual suffering from a terminal illness or an incurable condition, as by lethal injection or the suspension of extraordinary medical treatment.

Otter tail

Animals; Dogs

Thick at the root, round, and tapering, with the hair parted or divided at the underside.

Best in show

Animals; Dogs

During a championship conformation show, the dog with the most points and wins earned.

Placenta

Animals; Dogs

A membranous vascular organ that develops in female mammals during pregnancy, lining the uterine wall and partially enveloping the fetus, to which it is attached by the umbilical cord. Following ...

Alter

Animals; Dogs

To castrate or spay (an animal, such as a cat or a dog).

Bea-sting tail

Animals; Dogs

A relatively short, strong, straight tail that tapers to a point. Used to describe the characteristics of a Pointer's tail.

All-breed show

Animals; Dogs

Conformation show where all AKC-recognized breeds may be exhibited.

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