puppy

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

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

"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

When Percy was a puppy, he ate mulch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

When he was a puppy, he attended obedience classes.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

“I get it. But what I don’t get is how getting a puppy means the rest of your life stops.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam