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| Term |
Definition |
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| 8 Hour Job! |
High energy, needs high level mental and physical stimulation |
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| AKC |
American Kennel Club |
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| AKC and/or TKC |
Recognized by both Pedigree Registries organizations. |
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| Aloof, Dignified |
Standoffish with strangers |
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| Apartment |
Fits in smaller spaces with less outdoor exercise requirements |
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| ARBA |
American Rare Breed Assoc. |
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| Breeder |
One who is instrumental in the birth of any species |
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| Daily |
Coat and/or eyes, wrinkles |
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| Family Companion |
Suitable for all ages/visitors |
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| FCI |
Federation Cynologique International |
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| FCI and/or ARBA |
Pedigree registered in country of origin or a Rare breed. |
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| Field, Farm |
Hunter, worker, or livestock |
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| Giant |
Over 100 pounds |
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| Grooming |
bathing, combing, brushing, body exam |
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| Group |
Breeds "grouped" by usage and type |
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| Handler |
One who conditions, trains, and presents a dog in competition |
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| Happy/Playful |
Sunny friendly disposition |
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| Herding, Pastoral |
Protects and/or controls split-hoof stock |
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| Hound, Scent or Sighthound |
Ground scent or visual hunter - fur/feather |
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| Judge |
One who selects dogs that most closely conform to written requirements |
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