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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orthopedic foundation for animals (ofa)

Organization, established in 1966, that developed and maintains a registry of hip dysplasia in dogs. Dogs with OFA numbers are rated and certified free of canine hip dysplasia. This rating applies ...

vent

Animals; Dogs

The anal opening.

behavior modification

Animals; Dogs

The use of basic learning techniques, such as conditioning, biofeedback, reinforcement, or aversion therapy, to teach simple skills or alter undesirable behavior.

french choke/martingale

Animals; Dogs

Examples of choke collars. See Training Collar.

pile

Animals; Dogs

Dense undercoat of soft hair.

allergen

Animals; Dogs

A substance, such as pollen or pet dander, that causes an allergy.

euthanasia

Animals; Dogs

The act or practice 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.