as in dogs
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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Recent Examples of canines
Dogs often show their happiness by wagging their tails, but one owner has learned those joyful wags can get canines into a bit of a predicament.
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Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Moreover, cats were more likely to ignore dogs than vice versa, with 42 percent of felines ignoring canines, and 28 percent of dogs shunning cats.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The fact that Lucia struggled around other canines could have been a factor.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Most canines can go on walks if the temperature doesn't fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but those with shorter coats will be more sensitive, according to the website Dogster.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Anyone empathetic toward canines will feel contagious joy walking through Emilie Gossiaux’s exhibition at Norway’s Kunsthall Trondheim.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 17 Dec. 2024
Some dogs thrive in the company of other canines, while others are more introvert, and would rather be by themselves.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
Surprisingly, canines can also differentiate between different human languages.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Since canines’ role in improving the well-being of individuals became evident, many organizations entered the market, offering professional training services tailored to specific needs.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Moreover, cats were more likely to ignore dogs than vice versa, with 42 percent of felines ignoring canines, and 28 percent of dogs shunning cats.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The fact that Lucia struggled around other canines could have been a factor.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Most canines can go on walks if the temperature doesn't fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but those with shorter coats will be more sensitive, according to the website Dogster.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Anyone empathetic toward canines will feel contagious joy walking through Emilie Gossiaux’s exhibition at Norway’s Kunsthall Trondheim.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 17 Dec. 2024
Some dogs thrive in the company of other canines, while others are more introvert, and would rather be by themselves.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
Surprisingly, canines can also differentiate between different human languages.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
Since canines’ role in improving the well-being of individuals became evident, many organizations entered the market, offering professional training services tailored to specific needs.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Canines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canines. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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