Just like every person, place, animal and thing have a specific noun to name them, a number/group of people, places, animals and things are denoted using collective nouns. in this article, let us learn some collective nouns for dogs and also how they are used in sentences.
Collective Nouns for Dogs
Pack of Dogs
Animals are mostly seen in groups, and the same goes for dogs. The phrase ‘a pack of dogs’ can be used for a group of dogs.
Pack + preposition + dogs
Pack of dogs
Examples
- A pack of dogs started chasing me in the middle of the forest.
- I love dogs, but a pack of dogs is scary at times.
Kennel of Dogs
Apart from ‘pack’, another word that can be used to represent a group of dogs is ‘kennel’. The word ‘kennel’ is often used for small hut-like houses in gardens for the dogs to live in. It is mostly used to refer to pet dogs.
Kennel + preposition + dogs
Kennel of dogs
Examples
- My friend has a kennel of dogs in her house, and she takes good care of them.
- The kennel of dogs is being trained by my elder brother.
Litter
The word ‘litter’ is used to refer to a number of puppies and not dogs.
Litter + preposition + puppies
Litter of puppies
Examples
- My friend has a litter of puppies in her villa, so I am planning to visit them.
- I have a painting of a litter of puppies at my home.
Frequently Asked Questions on Collective Nouns for Dogs
What are the various collective nouns for dogs?
The collective nouns for dogs are litter, kennel, pack, etc.
When can we call a group of dogs ‘a pack’?
We can use the phrase ‘a pack of dogs’ when they are seen in packs (groups), especially wild dogs.
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