canine
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Pufnstuf appeared in the brothers’ 2016 Nick Jr. show, “Mutt & Stuff,” about an animatronic dog at a canine school.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
The cancer wasn’t cured but was greatly reduced, improving the quality of life for his canine companion.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026
Mandy sits beside the cafe caravan with a coffee and is accompanied by her curly grey-haired canine friend, Walter.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
Widely regarded as the pinnacle for any canine and its owner, both have travelled in unprecedented numbers from around the world this year to come to heel on Crufts' famous green carpets.
From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026
As Penelope and the Incorrigibles watched, the woman toddled down the street in happy communion with her canine companion, who now rode contented and collarless in her purse.
From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood
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