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Is It a Dog? A Raccoon? No, It's a Raccoon Dog!
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Technically they're called tanuki, but they may as well be called raccoon dogs because that's what they look like. How much do they share with the dogs we love?
How Police Dogs Work
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K-9 cops can sniff out drugs, bombs and suspects that would leave human cops ransacking entire cities. Learn all about the K-9 police force.
The Ultimate Dog Training Quiz
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Training a dog might not be as easy as one-two-three, but it's rewarding for both handler and dog. With consistent efforts it can bring out the best in the duo, generating desirable behaviors in the dog and satisfaction on the part of both. Take this quiz to learn more about how dog training works.
Turnspit Dogs: The Elizabethan Kitchen Gadget Bred to Cook Meat
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Turnspit dogs were a distinct breed of working dogs in the late 15th-18th centuries. They had one job and it was to help roast meat over the fire.
Canines With Careers: The Working Dogs Quiz
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We may love our dogs for their devotion to us, but they're way more than just cuddly lap dogs. These four-legged companions are known to work as hard as — if not harder than — their human counterparts. Take the quiz to see if you can keep up!
The Ultimate Dog Show Quiz
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The apple of your eye is your cocker spaniel, who you think is definitely dog show material. What do you need to know to enter it in a show? What can you win? Take this quiz to learn what you need to know about dog shows.
How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?
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All dogs need baths. But how often? And can you bathe them too much? HowStuffWorks finds out.
Why You Should Totally Dig Prairie Dogs
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These chunky little guys aren't dogs at all. They're actually part of the rodent family and they're shockingly smart.
Do Dogs Go Through Puberty?
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Adolescence is tough on humans. But what about dogs? Do they even deal with hormonal changes as they age? HowStuffWorks talks pet puberty.
Can You Be Allergic to a Hypoallergenic Dog?
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Any dog lover with allergies knows that the two just don't mix. So where do hypoallergenic breeds come into play? HowStuffWorks explains.