as in dogs
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
what a good little doggy!
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Recent Examples of doggies
But pine needles and chewing on branches can upset doggies' tummies, and possibly lead to blockages, so keep an eye on the dog around the Christmas tree.
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Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
12 Dec. 2025
People who will be sent there include those who let their poor unhappy doggies bark endlessly, those who throw trash on the beach and those who hunt exotic animals for sport.
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Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
12 Dec. 2025
People who will be sent there include those who let their poor unhappy doggies bark endlessly, those who throw trash on the beach and those who hunt exotic animals for sport.
—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doggies
dogs
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In addition, Milk-Bone is hosting a rooftop screening and intergalactic rest-stop for Dogs in NYC for famous dogs and their owners, as well as press and influencers.
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Short-muzzle breeds like pugs and bull dogs are at higher risk of heat stroke, as are older dogs, overweight dogs and dogs with medical conditions, according to Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine.
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“Doggies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doggies. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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