Alaskan Malamute - AKC recognized breed.
Blooded - A dog of good breeding; pedigreed.
Butterfly - A partially unpigmented nose; i.e., dark, spotted with flesh color.
Cynology - The study of canines.
Mahogany - Used to describe several breeds, this color is a medium-saturated, dull, reddish brown. Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed standard for the definitive color description.
Microchip - A rice-sized device encoded with a unique and unalterable number. The chip is implanted just under the skin in the scruff of the neck and is read by a scanner.
Pet Shop - A commercial organization that buys and sells dogs. Is always listed as an intermediate in the chain of title for a dog.
Red - A reddish orange color of dog.
Siberian Husky - A breed of sled dog developed in northeastern Siberia and resembling the larger Alaskan malamutes.
Wild Boar - Usually used to describe Dachshunds, this color is dull gray hairs intermingled with black hairs. Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed standard for the definitive color description.
