show dog

noun

: a dog that competes in dog shows

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The Cool Cluster Dog Shows event draws show dogs from beyond Lake County. Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 24 Jan. 2025 Practically speaking, darker hues are more likely to show dog hair, while lighter ones could show spills. Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2025

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“Show dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20dog. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.

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