house dogs
Domesticated family companions
House dogs are dogs kept as indoor pets and companions rather than for outdoor work like herding or guarding.
The term distinguishes domestic companions from working dogs: She breeds hunting dogs but keeps a couple of house dogs too.
A house dog is expected to be housebroken and socialized for family life.
- lapdogSmall cuddly canine
- fur babyPet as family member
- puppyJuvenile canine
- bedFurniture for slumber
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
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living environment
house dogsworking dogs
Dogs trained for tasks
guard dogs · hunting dogs · herding dogs · sled dogs · police dogs
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