short-haired
adjective
variants
or shorthaired
: having short hair
short-haired cats
a shorthaired dog breed
short-haired men
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The short-haired young professional of the Eighties and Nineties had given way to a 42-year-old with a head shaved on both sides, earrings, and a pierced eyebrow.
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2025
East added that breeds like German shepherds, often employed by the military or the police for their impressive stature and intelligence, and German short-haired pointers, which were originally bred for sport, can also make a great addition to an active lifestyle.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
The bears typically have dusty-black coats, curved claws and short-haired muzzles.
—Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
According to Vasudevan, short-haired breeds typically need brushing once a week and occasional baths, while medium to long-haired breeds, like the golden retriever in the clip, may need brushing a few times a week to prevent tangles.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Ariana Grande’s floral sculptural up-do is a true work of art, while Ayra Starr finds short-haired girls do have more fun.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2025
For example, brachycephalic breeds like pugs have difficulty breathing in hot climates, while short-haired breeds may struggle in colder climates.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The stray was scrawny, short-haired, and had a scratched and scarred nose.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025
The 10 Best Pet-Safe Cleaning Products Remove Pet Hair Like a Pro
Even short-haired dogs and cats can leave fur all over your home.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2025
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 26 Apr. 2025
East added that breeds like German shepherds, often employed by the military or the police for their impressive stature and intelligence, and German short-haired pointers, which were originally bred for sport, can also make a great addition to an active lifestyle.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
The bears typically have dusty-black coats, curved claws and short-haired muzzles.
—Krystal Nurse, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
According to Vasudevan, short-haired breeds typically need brushing once a week and occasional baths, while medium to long-haired breeds, like the golden retriever in the clip, may need brushing a few times a week to prevent tangles.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Ariana Grande’s floral sculptural up-do is a true work of art, while Ayra Starr finds short-haired girls do have more fun.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2025
For example, brachycephalic breeds like pugs have difficulty breathing in hot climates, while short-haired breeds may struggle in colder climates.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
The stray was scrawny, short-haired, and had a scratched and scarred nose.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025
The 10 Best Pet-Safe Cleaning Products Remove Pet Hair Like a Pro
Even short-haired dogs and cats can leave fur all over your home.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2025
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“Short-haired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short-haired. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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