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No, theyre part of their own species, which is more closely related to ferrets and cats than dogs.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoNo, they are a separate family altogether and are not closely related to dogs.
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What names can you call an hyena?
Even though the hyena is not closely related to the dog, the hyena is still doglike. The hyena is doglike because his or her facial features look like a dog's face. The hyena is more closely related to the cat than the dog. The hyena is a close relative to the mongoose family. Thus, the hyena can be defined as a doglike animal that is closely related to the civet cats yet distantly related to the domestic cats.
Dog like mammal?
hyena
What is a dog-like mammal?
hyena
What do you call a laughing dog?
A "laughing" dog is called a hyena.
Can a hyena beat a cheetah?
No a hyena is like a dog & the cheetah can run circles around it.
Can hyena kill a dog for his food?
the can kill them
What is a name for a laughing dog?
laferdog
What type of dog has killed a hyena?
Mastiff breeds are big and strong enough to kill hyenas.
What is more dangerous a hyena or a wild African dog?
the answer is wild african dog
How do you get dog emblem MW2?
The hyena...You have to get 50 kills with a RPG.
What has four legs and ticks?
A walking clock!
What shape is a hyena body?
The hyena looks vaguely like a dog except that it is notable for its extremely high front shoulders and low hips. The hyena's distinctive markings include a yellow and brown spotted coat.
