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That is usually a "police dog" term, but it is derived from the word "Canine", which is what dogs are.
Scientifically, they belong to a group of animals called canids or canidae. A single animal out of this group is called a canine.
So, canine can be shorted to K9. Maybe because it looks "cool", mabe because it's sometimes practical. Just like some people write "before" as "B4".
"Canine" or "K9" is another term to describe dogs. It's just a play on words.
Scientifically, they belong to a group of animals called canids or canidae. A single animal out of this group is called a canine.
The designation 'K-9' sounds the same as 'canine', and takes up less space.
Maybe because someone like how it looks, maybe because it's sometimes practical. Just like some people write "before" as "B4".
What else can I help you with?
Are all dogs k9s?
All dogs are canines. K9 refers to guide dogs, guard dogs, and police dogs.
Why do most pits have bigger fangs?
All dogs from the Moloser family has the same size and dogs don't have fangs they have solid k9s.
If dogs are named k9s what are cats called?
If a dog-like animal is a canine then a cat-like animal is a feline.(Those words are taken from Latin, the original language used by the ancient Romans.)
What are some really cute dog walking business names?
Jogs for Dogs Running with the K9s The 4 Legged Strut Strut Your Mutt
How much is a tiger stripe pit bull?
That color is called brindle. You have to look for k9s to find about the prices or adopt one.
Carnivores are most likely to have what kind of teeth?
really sharp k9s
Are all dogs affected by grapes?
In a word, "Yes". One grape is not going to kill a medium-sized to large dog. Feed them as treats regularly and your either going to have huge Vet bills or bury your pet. DON'T feed dogs grapes. (Trained Helping / K9s / and War Dogs 30+ years).
Were there war animals during the Vietnam war?
Man's best friend was in Vietnam; over 5,000 of them. 3,747 of whom were documented. Approximately 73 US servicemen assigned as dog handlers and 43 war dogs were killed in Vietnam. US military K9s were officially classified as military working dogs in Vietnam.
What is called a pack of dogs?
a pack of dogs is called a kennel
How old do K9s live?
it's CANINE. get it right. they live however long they wanna live.
Why are adult dogs called dogs and baby dogs are called puppies?
The same reason people are called adults and babies
What is the name of a group of dogs?
A group of dogs is called a "pack".
