The collective noun for puppies is a ‘litter’. This term is commonly used to refer to a group of puppies that are born at the same time and are usually from the same mother.
The word ‘litter’ originates from the Old French term ‘litière’, which means bed or place to lie down. In the context of animals, it reflects the group of offspring that are born together.
In addition to ‘litter’, you might also hear the terms ‘pack’ or ‘plump’ when referring to puppies, but ‘litter’ is the most widely recognized and used term. So, if someone were to ask you how many puppies you have, you might say, ‘I have a litter of adorable puppies!’