Plural of dogman; men who work with dogs, such as dog handlers, dog trainers, or dog breeders; also used in folklore for mythical creatures.
From dog + men (Old English 'humans'). The compound term has been used since at least medieval times for men employed in hunting or managing dog packs.
Dogmen appear in folklore across cultures—from the Mothman's canine equivalent to werewolf mythology—suggesting humans have long imagined what dog-human hybrids might represent!
Compound defaulting to masculine marker. Reflects historical norm of unmarked male as universal human category.
Use 'dog handlers,' 'dog trainers,' or 'dog-related professions' for gender-neutral reference.
["dog handlers","dog trainers","dog professionals"]
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