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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A hormone produced by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland that stimulates ovulation and the development of the corpus luteum in the female and the production of testosterone by the interstitial ...

Stilted

Animals; Dogs

The choppy, up-and-down gait of the straight-hocked dog.

Cruelty

Animals; Dogs

Conscious action or inaction that may endanger life or cause serious health consequences to animals.

Luxating patella

Animals; Dogs

A problem that causes the kneecap to slip when the joint is moved. Transmitted genetically and can lead to lameness.

Loin

Animals; Dogs

The region of the body associated with the lumbar portions of the vertebrae column (i.e., behind the ribs and in front of the pelvic girdle).

Staring coat

Animals; Dogs

The hair dry, harsh, and sometimes curling at the tips.

Cream

Animals; Dogs

Used to describe many breeds, this colour is a lowly saturated, light-to-medium yellow. Often, it has just a little more colour than white. colour definitions may vary by breed. Always cheque the ...