doggie

Child's word: canine

Doggie is an affectionate or childish word for a dog.

It appears in baby talk, pet-directed speech, and casual conversation: Who's a good doggie?

The spelling doggy is equally common.

Doggie bag originally referred to restaurant leftovers supposedly taken home for the dog, though usually eaten by the humans.

companion

loyal

Firm in allegiance

buddy · pal · sidekick · protective · affectionate · trustworthy · steadfast · bonded · attentive · loving

pet

puppy

Juvenile canine

treats · grooming · veterinarian · training · breeds · adoption · fetch · sit · stay · heel

playful

frisky

Lively and playful

  • rompPlayful, spirited activity
  • frolicLighthearted playful movement
  • fetchGo get and return

zoomies · energetic · bouncy · lively · tail-wagging · pounce · chase · tug-of-war · exuberant · spirited

affectionate

kisses

Lip-to-lip contact

snuggle · warmth · gentle · adoring · doting · loving · sweet · devoted · tender · comfort

puppy

whelp

Young dog or wolf

  • litterScattered waste or debris
  • pupYoung canine or seal
  • newbornInfant just delivered

nursing · weaning · teething · yelping · whimpering · suckle · nuzzling · snuggling · cuddle · innocent

Opposites
animal type

doggiekitty

Pooled group money

cat · kitty cat · kitten · feline · moggy

register/maturity

doggiecanine

Of or like dogs

dog · hound · cur · mutt

size/age connotation

doggiehound

Hunting dog breed

beast · wolf · mastiff

Phrases
Family

dogged, doggy, doggies, doggish, doggier, doggiest, dogginess

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G