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
San Diego County military bases have failed to provide proper shelter and care for many of their working canines, periodically exposing the dogs to extreme weather and potential infections, according to a new report by the Inspector General of the Department of Defense.
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Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
According to The Pagosa Sun, authorities searched the town with drones, canines, and investigators from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 5 Mar. 2026
Callers said three of the canines were aggressive and attacking bystanders.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
But even the most well-mannered canines couldn’t help but turn their heads for a squirrel.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Pit Stop Cafe open in OKC Tim Heitzman and his business partner Erica Becker have been teaming up to help out dogs for years through flavors made for humans and canines.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 24 Feb. 2026
February is mating season for the four-legged canines, which can lead to sightings in even the most urban parts of Central Indiana.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 17 Feb. 2026
The cuddly canines and spirited mutts making up Team Fluff and Team Ruff will battle for the coveted Lombarky Trophy, while also playing up for the cameras in hopes of finding their forever home.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026
Emerging from the Working group, Penny beat out 2,499 other canines spread across seven different groups containing 204 total breeds to win the coveted prize.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
According to The Pagosa Sun, authorities searched the town with drones, canines, and investigators from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 5 Mar. 2026
Callers said three of the canines were aggressive and attacking bystanders.
—Jason Green, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
But even the most well-mannered canines couldn’t help but turn their heads for a squirrel.
—Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 2 Mar. 2026
Pit Stop Cafe open in OKC Tim Heitzman and his business partner Erica Becker have been teaming up to help out dogs for years through flavors made for humans and canines.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 24 Feb. 2026
February is mating season for the four-legged canines, which can lead to sightings in even the most urban parts of Central Indiana.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 17 Feb. 2026
The cuddly canines and spirited mutts making up Team Fluff and Team Ruff will battle for the coveted Lombarky Trophy, while also playing up for the cameras in hopes of finding their forever home.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026
Emerging from the Working group, Penny beat out 2,499 other canines spread across seven different groups containing 204 total breeds to win the coveted prize.
—Kevin Dotson, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canines
dogs
Noun
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And also, dogs would be used to flush out deer hiding in bushes or in steep terrain, to expose them to waiting sharpshooters.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Coyotes will attack small dogs, though attacks on medium and large dogs are uncommon, says Kohl.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Canines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canines. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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