puppy

Example Sentences

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When Percy was a puppy, he ate mulch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The puppy is currently receiving medical attention and support from Animal Services, but is doing well.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The 2½-month-old puppy, Peanut, was brought in as a stray on March 9 after being rescued by a good Samaritan in Arcadia, according to Jamie Holeman, chief marketing and communications officer at Pasadena Humane.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Sam is hapless and downwardly mobile, yet he’s as likable as a shy puppy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

She stayed with them the same way a puppy would, first sprinting ahead, then falling back to investigate something, circling around them, eager to play.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville