The
common act of purchasing a puppy as a symbolic replacement for a child between a couple in a relationship. Most commonly occurs before
marriage when a couple in a relationship seek further means to bind them together without going as far as having a child together.
"I can't believe they want to get a pet together after only
dating for half a year", said
Jessica.
"Haven't you heard? Puppyism is
the best form of birth control. Instead of having a child, they'll just have a dog", replied Nick.