puppydog

English

Noun

puppydog (plural puppydogs)

1. Alternative form of puppy dog
   • 2008, Nancy Campbell, The German Shorthaired Pointer:

     Select an upbeat, dog-friendly, people-friendly, fun-and-games, puppydog pet training class to learn the ropes.

   • 2008, Carolyn Herbel, The Lhasa Apso:

     If stuffed chew toys are reserved especially for times the dog is confined, the puppydog will soon learn to enjoy quiet moments in her doggy den and she will quickly develop a chew-toy habit— a good habit!

   • 2013, Johnny Gruelle, Raggedy Ann in the Magic Book:

     Finally the little puppydog spoke so suddenly, Raggedy Andy tumbled backward out of his chair, for neither of the Raggedys knew the puppydog could talk.