1. plural of dognapping; instances of stealing or abducting dogs, typically for ransom or resale
Usage: informal; usually plural form

Examples

• Recent dognappings in the city have alarmed pet owners.
• The police department launched an investigation into the string of dognappings.
• Celebrity dognappings have made headlines in recent years.
• Pet owners are taking extra precautions to prevent dognappings.
• The dognappings were traced to an organized theft ring.