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K-9 came from the word canine, and canine is the scientific name for a dog.
Canine was shortened to K-9
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∙ 12y agoK9 is a play on the word canine. A canine is defined as an animal of the family Canidae
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Where did the term K nine originate?
K nine (or K9) is a phonetic abbreviation for the word "canine" meaning "dog". from the Latin "caninus" meaning "of the dog," itself being from the Latin "canis" meaning "dog"
Is a k9 dog a guide dog?
The term "K9" is typically used in reference to police or military dogs, not guide dogs.Added:Actually, the term "K9" comes from the Latin word for dog, canine. I think it would be fine if you referred to a guide dog as a K9. But it would sound a little redundant.
Is k9 a seintific name for a dog?
Not quite the word is canine, but it is pronouced the same.
K9 is dog so what is k6?
K6 is nothing. the abbreviation "K9" is a shortened form of the word "Canine", which is part of the species name of dogs. K?
Which dog is stronger pitbull or k9?
pitbull is stronger than k9
What are k9 teeth?
dog teeth
What is a k9 American need description?
K9 in america - usually refers to a working dog - such as a Police dog, or 'sniffer' dog. It's short for 'canine' - a general term for a dog.
What is a k9 officer?
"K-9" is a bastardization of "Canine". K-9 units usually consist of a Handler or dog trainer and a police dog.
What organism is Fox?
Dog k9(carnivore)
What is the dog robot in Doctor Who called?
K9
What organism is a fox?
Dog k9(carnivore)
What show had a dog named k9 that was a robot?
Lost in Space , Star Trek ,
