Dogs

3. tick species that is the main vector of Lyme disease in North America
4. the number one reason to train dogs
7. eyes that are cold and intense
8. behavior displayed by dogs when they are trying to calm themselves
9. severe allergic reaction to fleas causing excessive scratching, licking and biting
11. serious and potentially fatal internal parasite transmitted to dogs by mosquitoes
13. eyes that are relaxed and may look squinting
14. group that shares the instinctual ability to control the movement of other animals
15. intestinal parasites contracted from ingesting fleas
16. group bred to assist hunters in the capture and retrieval of feathered game
20. most important command to teach a dog
21. group bred to go underground in pursuit of rodents and vermin
22. diverse group from a wide variety of backgrounds
24. amateur breeder whose methods are considered substandard

1. most common flea to affect dogs
2. eyes showing the whites and indicate stress, anxiety and discomfort
5. aims to protect, maintain and improve a particular breed based on its original purpose; ethical
6. tick species that can cause alpha-gal syndrome
10. group bred to pursue warm-blooded quarry
12. getting a dog used to something so they no longer have a fear of it
17. dog body posture that indicates a desire to play
18. type of tail wag that is always a happy wag
19. group developed to assist humans in some capacity like guarding or pulling a sled
23. group of small, affectionate, and energetic dogs suitable to city dwellers