puppy

Example Sentences

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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

"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

Video from inside the animal urgent care shows the tiny puppy sitting outside the entrance and jumping up on the door before staff members spotted it at 4:11 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 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 rushes at me, pressing her lips to my ear, the puppy squished between us.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam