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  • Ear Cankers

    Ear Cankers

    An infection of the ear that is caused by a build up of wax and a lack of circulation. The ear becomes inflamed and the...(continued)

  • Ear Mites

    Ear Mites

    Infectious microscopic organisms that resemble ticks and survive by feeding on the ear canal lining.

  • Ears

    The organ that provides both hearing and equilibrium consisting of three regions, the pinna, also known as leather, the middle ear and...(continued)

  • Earthdog Events

    A non-competitive test for small terriers and other Earthdog breeds where the natural abilities and training are gauged when...(continued)

  • East-West Front

    A phrase to describe an incorrect positioning of the feet, which causes them to turn outwards.

  • Eclampsia

    A toxema that can occur during or immediately after pregnancy causing comas and convulsions. It is characterized by hypertension,...(continued)

  • Ectropion

    Ectropion is the rolling out or sagging of the eyelid, leaving the eye exposed and prone to irritations and infections such as...(continued)

  • Elbow

    The posterior joint between the arm and forearm that provides articulation.

  • Elbow Dysplasia

    Elbow Dysplasia

    Elbow Dysplasia is similar to Hip Dysplasia, it is also a degenerate disease the affects the elbow joint. It is believed to...(continued)

  • Elbows Out

    Elbows that are not held close but instead turn out from the body.

  • Electronic Collar

    A collar used as a training device that sends an electric stimulation or warning sound to the dog when the trainer uses an...(continued)

  • Embryo

    The young and undeveloped fetus of a mammal during the early developmental stages in the womb.

  • Enteritis

    Enteritis

    An infection where the small intestines are inflamed. The symptom is generally diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration.

  • Entire

    A dog that is fully intact with all of its reproductive system.

  • Entropion

    Entropion is the inward rolling of the eyelid, which usually affects the lower eyelid on a dog. When present in a dog, it is...(continued)

  • Estrus

    Also known as a heat, it is the period of maximum sexual receptivity that the female of most mammals, excluding humans, experience...(continued)

  • Even Bite

    Also known as a level bite, it is when the upper and lower incisors meet without an overlap.

  • Ewe Neck

    A term to describe a neck where the top line is concave.

  • Exhibitor

    Either the owner or handler that is handling a dog during a conformation show.

  • Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

    Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

    This syndrome can be caused by a number of factors such as exophthalmos, which is a protrusion of the eyeball,...(continued)

  • Expression

    Expression

    A general appearance of the head that takes into account all of the features.

  • External Parasite

    External Parasite

    Organisms such as mites and ticks that affect the outside of the body.

  • Eyeteeth

    The upper canines.

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