doglike

[ dawg-lahyk, dog- ]

/ ˈdɔgˌlaɪk, ˈdɒg- /

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similar to a dog; having the appearance, traits, etc., of a dog.

uncritical; unshakeable, as the attachment of a dog for its owner: doglike devotion.

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First recorded in 1595–1605; dog + -like

Bessires was included because he would never win it at any later date, but his doglike devotion made him a priceless subordinate.
Napoleon's Marshals|R. P. Dunn-Pattison
It only takes a small dole of love when fused with loyalty to win the abject, doglike devotion of a good woman.
Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great, Vol. 13|Elbert Hubbard
A stranger had ventured upon ground belonging to his dear ones, and Pete was demanding, in his doglike way, the reason thereof.
The Secret of the Storm Country|Grace Miller White
The abject, terrified appeal in his eyes; the fawning, doglike subjection of his manner, enraged Carrington.
The Ranchman|Charles Alden Seltzer

Immediately on their landing they were surrounded by a crowd of dogs of all ages, and doglike they acted.
Winter Adventures of Three Boys|Egerton R. Young