Dogs

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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Omnivore

Animals; Dogs

A person or animal that feeds on both animal and vegetable substances

A division of a breed approved by the AKC. There are nine breeds that are divided into varieties: Cockers, Beagles, Collies, Dachshunds, Bull Terriers, Manchester Terriers, Chihuahuas, English Toy ...

Foreface

Animals; Dogs

The front portion of the skull that articulates with the cranium.

Piebald

Animals; Dogs

Covered with patches of two colors, especially black and white. colour definitions may vary by breed. Always cheque the breed standard for the definitive colour description.

Electronic collar

Animals; Dogs

A collar that provides a warning sound and/or an electric stimulation to the dog upon receipt of an electronic signal given by the user. Used as a training device.

Utility dog (ud)

Animals; Dogs

A title awarded to a dog that has been recorded a Utility Dog by the AKC as a result of having won certain minimum scores in Utility classes at a specified number of AKC licenced or member obedience ...