SHOWDOG

Show dog

A show dog might refer to any dog entered into a dog show. More specifically, a show dog is a dog which has been specially bred, trained, and/or groomed to conform to the specifications of dog shows, so as to have a chance of winning. Often used as a single word, the term is also used within the sport of conformation to refer to a dog that displays a particularly energetic or outgoing character.

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