canines
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But would the feature ever extend beyond canines?
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
The canines are more likely to attack children or people who are alone, and may be triggered when people turn their backs or run, he said.
From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026
Authorities, including the Huntington Beach Police Department, say coyote mating season is a time to be more cautious about the wily canines that live among us.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
There is evidence that humans have been living closely with canines for at least 30,000 years.
From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025
In short, because Shawn lost his canines, I was able to keep mine.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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