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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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flying ears

Animals; Dogs

Any characteristic drop ears or semi-prick ears that stand or fly.

periodontal disease

Animals; Dogs

A disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth.

zygomatic arch

Animals; Dogs

A bony ridge extending posteriorly (and laterally) from beneath the eye orbit.

earthdog events

Animals; Dogs

Non competitive tests that gauge the trained and natural abilities of Dachshunds and small terriers to follow game to ground.

obedience trial

Animals; Dogs

An event held under AKC rules at which a leg toward an obedience degree can be earned.

united kennel club (ukc)

Animals; Dogs

An official registry in the United States for purebred dogs.

barring

Animals; Dogs

Striped markings.

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