cheeky
Cheeks prominently rounded; thick, protruding.

chocolate-lynx point
Medium chocolate brown coat with an underlying tabby pattern.

cherry eye
The term often used to describe protrusion of the tear gland associated with the third eyelid in the corner of a dogs eye. This occurs due to weakness in the gland's normal attachment. It's thought to be an inherited abnormality in several breeds of dogs,

cholangitis
Inflammation of the gallbladder.

chestnut
Usually used to describe Irish Setters and Pharaoh Hounds, the color may be described as deep, heavily saturated, reddish brown (like the nut of the same name). Color definitions may vary by breed. Always check the breed standard for the definitive color

chondroitin sulfate
A glucosamine substance that occurs in cartilage, bone, blood.

chien d’artois (briquet)
Mid-size smooth coated French scenthound

chorioretinitis
Inflammation or irritation of the choroids retinal structure.

chien de l'atlas
A mid-size flock guardian, usually white, medium coated hardy

chromosomes
Cell elements that control inherited characteristics.

chien francais
Large, hardy French hounds distinguished by color

chymopapain
A digestive enzyme that occurs in papaya.

china eye
A clear or spotted blue, light blue, or whitish eye.

china eye
A clear or spotted blue, light blue, or whitish eye.

chippendale front
Forelegs out at the elbows, pasterns close, and feet turned out. Named after the Chippendale chair. Also called fiddle front.