Dogs and Cats Puzzle 3

1. The period when a female dog is receptive to mating, also known as being "in heat."
3. Tactile hairs on a cat's face used for navigating and sensing.
6. A spotted cat breed known for its speed and unique "worried" expression.
8. The period in a female dog's reproductive cycle when she is not receptive to mating.
9. The scientific name that includes wolves and domestic dogs as a subspecies.
10. A cat breed with a distinctive wavy, soft coat and large ears, sometimes called a "pixie cat."
12. A Hungarian livestock guardian dog breed known for its long, corded coat.
13. A chemical substance produced and released into the environment by an animal affecting the behavior or physiology of others of its species.
15. A herding dog breed developed in Australia for droving cattle over long distances.
17. Brachycephalic breeds like Pugs and Persians are often described this way.

2. This type of Spaniel is known for its "springing" action to flush game.
4. The Leopard Dog is the state dog of Louisiana.
5. A breed of domestic cat believed to be descended from European cats brought to North America by early settlers.
7. A medium-sized omnivorous canid found in Africa and Asia.
11. A black cat breed developed to resemble a miniature black panther.
14. A large, docile cat breed, a variant of the Ragdoll, known for its sweet temperament.
16. A cord used to lead or secure an animal.