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purebred

[pyoor-bred, pyoor-bred] / ˈpyʊərˈbrɛd, ˈpyʊərˌbrɛd /


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The RVC said the study highlighted the importance of owners thoroughly exploring the characteristics of any breed - purebred or crossbred - before getting a dog.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

This show draws national attention to purebred dogs and their competition, as the Puppy Bowl spotlights rescue and adoption.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

For 31 years Labradors topped the American Kennel Club’s purebred rankings, which are based on more than one million annual registrations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

The three students weren’t just looking to capture any large salamander: Their goal was to find a purebred Japanese giant salamander.

From New York Times • Jun. 17, 2024

Milk samples taken from the Wallers’ purebred Guernsey cows 48 hours later contained DDT in the amount of 14 parts per million.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




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