canines

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But for those who may be allergic to dogs or live with cynophobia - the extreme fear of dogs or canines - they say the rise of dog-friendly spaces is a growing concern.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

But would the feature ever extend beyond canines?

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

The canines are more likely to attack children or people who are alone, and may be triggered when people turn their backs or run, he said.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

There is evidence that humans have been living closely with canines for at least 30,000 years.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025

The canines on these hummers were as big as the canines on any guard dog you’ll ever see, and that was a rude awakening.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston