Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dognapper
noun
/ˈdɔɡˌnæpər/
Definition
A person who steals dogs.
Examples
- After their dog went missing, the Smiths feared it might have been taken by a dognapper.
- The local authorities are increasing patrols to deter dognappers in the area.
Meaning
Dognappers engage in the illegal act of taking dogs, often with the intention of selling them for profit or keeping them as pets.
Synonyms
- dog thief
- pet snatcher
