wolf dog

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Recent Examples of wolf dog Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary in New Mexico named the six wolf dogs after characters created by fantasy author Sarah J. Maas Six wolfdogs are spending their holiday season enjoying a winter wonderland after being kept as pets. Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2023 But the Saarloos wolf dog’s German-shephard-like face usually sets it apart. Matthew Every, Field & Stream, 7 Dec. 2023 These pups may share traits with wolves, but wolf dog breeds are just as adorable, energetic, and smart as any other doggo on the block. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 12 July 2022 So, go on, take a scroll and find the wolf dog breed for your next stroll around the neighborhood. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 12 July 2022 One wolf dog in particular seemed to bond with Cole in a way that's totally reminiscent of Jon Snow and his dire wolf Ghost. Claire Dodson, Teen Vogue, 16 July 2018 But wolves and wolf dogs are naturally very timid and shy. Grace Dickinson, Philly.com, 6 June 2018 The farm is home to 18 wolf dogs, which range from being partially wolf to almost pure wolf. Grace Dickinson, Philly.com, 6 June 2018 Now, Neo's finally settled in at Wolf Connection, a wolf dog sanctuary in California. Caroline Picard, Good Housekeeping, 11 Oct. 2016
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wolf dog
Noun
  • Extra food was consumed by the staff and leftovers devoured by the sled dogs of Tinit, a nearby village of 80.
    Jordan Riefe, Robb Report, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The Iditarod, the world’s most famous sled dog race, begins with a ceremonial start in Anchorage the first Saturday in March.
    Mark Thiessen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Apr. 2024
Noun
  • Once again, the ticker follows the payout like a puppy dog: The ever-rising dividend is a result of ever-increasing cash flow.
    Brett Owens, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The actor plays him as one part unfiltered holy fool, one part adorable puppy dog who pees on the rug.
    David Fear, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2024
Noun
  • Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars in the movie, directed by J.C. Chandor, as Sergei Kravinoff, better known to Spider-Man fans as the fearsome, big-game hunter Kraven.
    Jordan Moreau, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
  • More:Ohio hunters shoot 27,000 deer on opening day of gun season.
    Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • In Fort Tryon Park, gun-detecting police dogs were involved in a search for a weapon, and subway stops near the George Washington Bridge were also searched for the weapon and other evidence, the official said.
    Jonathan Dienst, NBC News, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Internet users have been left in stitches by the chaotic new life of a former police dog who is relishing his retirement by causing nonstop mischief.
    Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024

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“Wolf dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wolf%20dog. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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