as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
in the minds of some, the winner of this prestigious dog show has a fair claim to the title of King of the Canines
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According to Wednesday’s post, specialized canines were used in the search on 169 Highway, north of 255th Street, where he was spotted Friday.
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Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2025
During that time, Hermanson threatened both the officers and the department’s canines on the scene.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
While many canine mothers bond quickly with their offspring, this isn't the case for all of them.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 9 Mar. 2025
Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward shared details with Fox News Digital about how the office's newest crime-fighting canine will play a crucial role in helping tackle the growing number of cybercrimes.
—Stepheny Price, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
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Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2025
During that time, Hermanson threatened both the officers and the department’s canines on the scene.
—Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
While many canine mothers bond quickly with their offspring, this isn't the case for all of them.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 9 Mar. 2025
Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward shared details with Fox News Digital about how the office's newest crime-fighting canine will play a crucial role in helping tackle the growing number of cybercrimes.
—Stepheny Price, Fox News, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Canine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canine. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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