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Recent Examples of working dog
But for search and rescue dogs and military working dogs that may operate beyond line of sight, or for people with some kinds of disabilities, neither of those communication options might be available.
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IEEE Spectrum, 22 July 2019
These changes have made handler and working dog reunions more likely, but there are still circumstances where military working dogs don't have a home to go to after retirement.
—Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 2 June 2023
In February, four U.S. troops and a military working dog were wounded in an explosion during a raid on an Islamic State compound in Syria, U.S. officials said.
—Dan Lamothe, Washington Post, 24 Mar. 2023
Germany actually is where many working dog breeds originated, but the country is also responsible for other breeds such as tough, little dachshunds, feisty Pomeranians and poodles of all sizes.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Woman's Day, 23 Mar. 2023
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IEEE Spectrum, 22 July 2019
These changes have made handler and working dog reunions more likely, but there are still circumstances where military working dogs don't have a home to go to after retirement.
—Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 2 June 2023
In February, four U.S. troops and a military working dog were wounded in an explosion during a raid on an Islamic State compound in Syria, U.S. officials said.
—Dan Lamothe, Washington Post, 24 Mar. 2023
Germany actually is where many working dog breeds originated, but the country is also responsible for other breeds such as tough, little dachshunds, feisty Pomeranians and poodles of all sizes.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Woman's Day, 23 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for working dog
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Rossellini plans on adopting Rosie as her beloved pet once the pup retires from breeding future guide dogs through the Guide Dog Foundation.Megan Johnson, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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Michael Forzano, a protester who lives in New York and uses a guide dog, claims that on three occasions, drivers have slammed the door on him, driven away when his hands were still on the car, and almost ran over his guide dog’s paws.Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 20 Oct. 2024
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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But the Saarloos wolf dog’s German-shephard-like face usually sets it apart.Matthew Every, Field & Stream, 7 Dec. 2023
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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
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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
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