puppy

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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

"As the demand for certain breeds increases, we see a lot more unscrupulous breeding going on, including really poor breeding practices and puppy smuggling," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

"What a week. Getting a puppy, getting engaged and winning a title - I will definitely remember it for the rest of my life," Belarusian Sabalenka said.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

With a burst of puppy rocket fuel, Tater sprang out of Abby’s arms and flew into the train.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein