Snoopy

Snoopy is a fictional beagle in the comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz. He is Charlie Brown's pet and lives with him on a quiet street, often shown atop his red doghouse. Since his debut in 1950, Snoopy has become one of the most recognizable characters in the series, noted for his charm, imagination, and independent streak. In daily life, he is loyal to his owner and friends, but also free-spirited and occasionally stubborn. He rarely speaks out loud; his thoughts and behavior are conveyed through cartoons and transitions.

A defining feature is his imaginative life. Snoopy frequently dreams himself into alternate identities, most famously as the World War I Flying Ace piloting a Sopwith Camel, and as Joe Cool, a calm, sunglasses-wearing student. These alter egos appear in vivid daydream sequences and contrast with his canine persona.

Snoopy's impact extends beyond the comic strip. He appears in numerous animated specials and films featuring the Peanuts gang, and the character has become a cultural icon whose image appears in merchandise and promotional media. The Snoopy figure remains central to the Peanuts franchise, which continues to be celebrated through reruns, stage productions, and new adaptations.