The phrase "companion canine" refers to a dog that is a pet and is kept primarily for the purpose of providing companionship to its owner. Full definition
Feral dogs may need to hunt to survive, but there are better options for companion canines. (thesprucepets.com)
The goals of treating emphysema in companion canines are to relieve the dog's immediate distress and improve and manage its overall respiratory function. (petwave.com)
Although originally bred as hunting dogs, the English springer spaniel and the Brittany, formerly known as the Brittany spaniel, make wonderful companion canines. (dogcare.dailypuppy.com)