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Originally Posted by Busters-Mom  FYI...There are a profusion of words and phrases used for dogs that are not purebred. The words cur, tyke, mutt and mongrel are used, but are either derogatory, or have derogatory meanings according the the Oxford English Dictionary.
That may be why some are sensitive. |
There are a profusion of words and phrases used for dogs that are not
purebred. The words cur, tyke, mutt and mongrel are used, but are either derogatory, or have derogatory meanings according the the Oxford English Dictionary. Despite this, in the
United Kingdom mongrel is the unique technical word for a mixed-breed dog, and is often not used as a term of disparagement. North American owners generally prefer mix or mixed-breed.
Mutt is also used (in the U.S.A and Canada), and can be used in an affectionate manner.