1. the act of stealing a dog, especially for ransom or resale
Usage: informal; modeled on 'kidnapping'

Examples

• The rise in dognaping has prompted pet owners to microchip their animals.
• Police arrested three suspects in connection with a dognaping ring operating in the city.
• Dognaping cases have increased significantly in recent years, particularly for expensive breeds.
• She was devastated when her golden retriever became a victim of dognaping.
• The reward for information about the dognaping was posted on social media.