canine

Example Sentences

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A police dog and its handler searched marshland near to London Road and found a man who tried to run away but was stopped by the canine.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The cancer wasn’t cured but was greatly reduced, improving the quality of life for his canine companion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

To investigate the biological roots of canine temperament, scientists examined the DNA of 1,300 golden retrievers and compared it with each dog's behavioral profile.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

You get a contact high from the canine joy.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Before I could ask what she meant, I heard that canine growl again, but much closer than before.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan