Cryptic crossword clue
Guard dogs maul assailant 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word ALSATIANS

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The straight part
We know that "Guard dogs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case guard dogs = alsatians.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does ALSATIANS mean?

ALSATIANS noun
  1. A native or inhabitant of Alsace.
  2. (dated US) A German shepherd dog.
  3. A rogue or debauchee, like those who haunted Alsatia in London.

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