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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a hard dog" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where you are describing a dog that is tough, resilient, or difficult to handle.
Example: "The trainer warned us that a hard dog like Max would require a firm hand and consistent training."
Alternatives: "a tough dog" or "a strong-willed dog".
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HILLARY CLINTON is supposed to have said of her husband that he was a "hard dog to keep on the porch".
As Hillary said of Bill, she knew early on that he was "a hard dog to keep on the porch" – although this did not diminish the hurt.
Hillary Clinton may be included, if only for her old remark about her husband being a "hard dog to keep on the porch".
Poseidon of Mountain Top One, known familiarly as J. P., and based on what he was wearing before the show, he would be a hard dog to outshine.
In her most frank interview yet, the First Lady described her husband as "a hard dog to keep on the porch" but praised him for his leadership qualities.
The main thing is, I got a 20-year-old son, and he's doing great now, but he's been kind of a hard dog to keep under the porch at times, kind of like I was at 20. Also, I get naturally suspicious when politicians start agreeing with each other as much as they were following Sept. 11.
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You could pour your dog's regular hard dog food into a bowl and add some water to it.
LIFER: That's hard, dog.
The hard Dog Surfboards, are great because you can design your own colors, logo's, pics of dog or any artwork you can think of!
Hard dogs.
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