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puppy

[puhp-ee] / ˈpʌp i /
NOUN
young dog
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The Bidens tried again with Commander, a German shepherd puppy who joined them in December 2021, but he was also gone by October 2023 after at least 24 documented biting incidents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

So-called “barkitecture” includes marble puppy spas, cat hideaways and dens built specifically for Fido.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

"Potentially the increase in behavioural problems is linked to the pandemic puppy surge," said Surrey-based dog trainer Antonia Mitchell.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

A puppy is getting a new leash on life after being rescued with life-threatening facial injuries in Pasadena.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

When I walk toward the puppy pen with the buckets of meat it’s a toss-up to see who gets it— the pups or the birds.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen




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