What's a generic name for an attack animal?
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00:00 What'S A Generic Name For An Attack Animal?
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A dog trained to attack is called an attack dog. A dog trained for sentry duty is called a guard dog. A dog trained for fighting is called a fighting dog. I can't think of a single word that encompasses all of these types of training.
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How about fighting? Fighting bull, fighting dog, fighting cock (yes, gamecock might be more common, but I'm trying to make a point here). I don't see a reason why other animals trained to fight cannot be called the same, be them hamsters or narwhals.
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Sentry or guard animal are two possibilities in the defense category:
Section 1-14 – Dogs or other Animals Used for Sentry or Guard Duty
Any person owning, maintaining, or harboring a dog or other animal for sentry or guard purposes must register said dog or other animal with the Animal Control Director.
A sign warning that there is a guard or sentry animal on the premises must be displayed such that persons are made aware of the presence of a guard or sentry animal before they enter the property. Such sign shall specify what type of animal the guard or sentry animal is.