Ah, DoggoSpeak! The delightful and whimsical language that dog owners (and lovers) have developed to express their affection and playful interactions with dogs. It’s full of silly, exaggerated, and heartwarming terms that make you smile just by hearing them. If you've ever seen a picture of a dog with the caption "BOOP," and wondered, "What in the world is that?", you’re not alone! Let's unravel the mystery together.
10+/10
Popularized by the WeRateDogs Twitter account, 10+/10 is a rating system for doggos in which the rating is always more than 10. Why? Because dogs are heckin’ awesome, that’s why!
Arf
A cute, sometimes exaggerated representation of a dog’s bark. It's often used to imitate a small or high-pitched bark, like that of a tiny dog or a puppy.
Bamboozled
Describes a dog who’s confused, tricked, or caught off-guard by something. This might be after a surprise or a silly action, like getting a treat after a trick, or being puzzled by their own reflection.
Blep
When a dog (or any pet) sticks their tongue out slightly and leaves it there. It's often an unintentionally adorable moment, especially when the dog is relaxed or in deep sleep.
BOOP
A gentle tap or poke on a dog’s nose or face, often done in a playful and affectionate manner. It's usually accompanied by the sound “boop!”
Boopable
Describes a dog or any part of a dog (like their nose) that is especially “boopable” — in other words, begging to be tapped gently with a "boop."
Bork
The sound a dog makes when it barks, especially in a high-pitched or excited manner. "Bork bork" is often used for extra enthusiasm.
Borker
A dog who barks excessively or in an exaggerated, comical way. This is often used for dogs who bark for attention or when they are just being extra loud.
Chonker
A chunky dog, often one that’s a bit overweight or has a naturally robust body. It’s used affectionately, not to insult, but to describe a dog with a round, squishy belly.
Corgi Butt
The round, squishy, and often wiggling posterior of a Corgi (or any dog with a similarly cute backside). The term has gained popularity because of Corgis' iconic short legs and fluffy butts.
Doggo
A friendly, affectionate term for a dog. It can be used for any dog, big or small, old or young.
Doggo Snuggles
The act of cuddling with a dog, usually when they curl up next to you, seek your attention, or fall asleep on your lap.
Floof
A term for a dog with fluffy, thick fur, especially when their coat is so soft and poofy that it almost seems like a cloud.
Hooman
A playful, dog-centric way to refer to a human. Dogs "speak" about their humans as "hoomans" because it reflects their understanding of humans as a slightly different, possibly confusing species.
Mlem
The action of a dog licking its lips, or just sticking out their tongue and leaving it there. Dogs sometimes do this when they're relaxed or content.
Paw-lease
A playful variation of "please," often said when a dog is begging for something, like a treat or belly rub. The dog may even raise their paw in a begging gesture.
Paw-some
A play on the word "awesome," specifically referring to something that dogs would find amazing or impressive. It’s a way of saying something is great in a dog-loving way.
Pupper
A younger dog, usually a puppy or a dog with a puppy-like demeanor. It’s the perfect way to describe a sweet, energetic, or fluffy young dog.
Ruff
Another onomatopoeic term to mimic the sound of a dog barking. It’s commonly used for a deeper, more pronounced bark.
Shibe
A specific term used for the Shiba Inu breed. It's a popular meme term because of the dog’s mischievous, yet endearing expression.
Smol
A playful way to describe something small, often used for puppies or tiny dogs. "Smol" is just an altered version of "small," often used to describe something that’s so small it’s almost ridiculously cute.
Snoot
A term for a dog’s nose or snout, especially when it’s long, cute, and wrinkly. It can also refer to the playful nudges or taps that a dog does with their nose.
Snoot boop
A playful way to describe tapping a dog’s nose or snoot. It’s often used when a dog presents their nose to you for a gentle boop.
Wigglebutt
The adorable wiggling motion dogs make when they’re excited, usually when they're wagging their tails and their whole body is wiggling with joy.
Wuff
An affectionate term used for a soft or gentle bark. It’s a cute way to express a dog’s sweet, less aggressive bark.
Zoomies
A burst of energy where a dog runs around in circles at full speed, usually after a bath, nap, or playtime. It’s like an uncontrollable fit of joy and excitement.
DoggoSpeak is more than just funny terminology; it’s a way for us to express the unconditional love, playfulness, and joy that dogs bring to our lives. These words reflect how much we cherish our furry companions, in all their adorable, quirky glory. Whether you're describing their zoomies, snoot boops, or how wonderfully floofy they are, it’s all part of the dog-loving language that adds a little extra joy to every interaction.
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