Every character in the Peanuts Comic strips have their own charm. Lucy’s tricks and curiosity contrast nicely with Charlie Brown’s likable personality and Schroeder’s amazing musical talent. However, Snoopy has always been a standout performer, as his enchanting dreams and ever-loving interactions with Woodstock helped make him more than just another adorable cartoon dog.
Snoopy has always been a lovable and friendly little beagle, but some moments prove the depth of his character. His best moments show his great compassion, sense of humor, and love of creativity and imagination. They also feature some of his most defining panels.
10 Snoopy needs a bath
Published on January 22, 1967
As a dog without any real possibility of verbal communication with the Peanuts Characters around him, Snoopy is often overlooked and underestimated through the rest of the Occupation. This often leads to insults and comments about his interests, which offend the poor beagle.
In the January 22, 1967 comic, Sally told Charlie Brown to wash his hands after touching Snoopy, making him less “clean.” Snoopy was offended by the taunt and began to chase Sally. He repeatedly insisted that he “sick,” “contaminated,” and even transmitted the bubonic plague. It was a hilarious comic strip that showed Snoopy’s talent for comedy and his extreme reaction to possible insults.
9 Charlie Brown accidentally kills Snoopy
Published on March 11, 1954
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Although Snoopy always has a charm, he has Moments when he wants nothing more than to be left aloneAlthough he loves attention, sweets and food, there are days when he is a “My goodness” by himself. The comic of March 11, 1954 brought one of these moments.
When Charlie Brown wanted to pet Snoopy’s head, as any owner would do to pet their dog, Snoopy expressed his annoyance by dropping to the ground and playing dead. Charlie Brown was horrified and convinced that he had killed his own dog by petting him. It’s a hilarious reaction from Snoopy, who tormented his owner just for a hello.
8 Snoopy apologizes to his friend
Published on October 11, 1980
Woodstock is Snoopy’s best friend and Snoopy often goes out of his way to make the little bird happy. He often protects the bird from the elements, entertains him daily and cares for him whenever possible. Woodstock is an adorable character, but even Snoopy sometimes gets annoyed by Woodstock’s antics.
In the October 11, 1980 comic strip, Snoopy finally got tired of trying to guess Woodstock’s species. Frustrated, he announced that Woodstock might be nothing more than a duck, which devastated the little bird. Instead of mocking him further, Snoopy hugged his friend and apologized, even calling him “little friend.” It’s an adorable moment that shows Snoopy’s compassion.
7 Snoopy is worried about Captain Rickenbacker
Published on June 21, 1969
Because of his preoccupation with World War I, Snoopy often fantasizes about becoming a pilot. When Lucy brings him a postcard from Charlie Brown, Snoopy immediately ignores her explanation and questions Captain Eddie Rickenbacker’s status.
If most Peanuts Characters are fictional characters with no connection to reality, Captain Rickenbacker was a real pilot who served with distinction in World War I. He was the most decorated war pilot, was branded an ace, and won a Medal of Honor. Snoopy’s insistence that Rickenbacker “will never bring much” is hilarious given Rickenbacker’s success. Snoopy’s snooty reaction to Lucy makes it even better in the final panel.
6 Snoopy is the worst helicopter
Published on October 28, 1978
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When Snoopy isn’t a pilot, Snoopy is occasionally the plane. Snoopy often serves as a helicopterin which he wears various characters while using his ears as whirling blades. In the October 28, 1978 comic, Snoopy again served as Chopper, but his efforts ended in disaster.
Although he had been told to move his ears, the news that Charlie Brown was bringing him dinner distracted him greatly. He plummeted back to earth to chase after his food, resulting in a serious accident that sent Linus crashing onto the hard ground beneath him. The comedic ending made it one of Snoopy’s best, as it is rare for a helicopter crash to be planned by Snoopy himself rather than due to a random mechanical problem.
5 Snoopy receives another rejection
Published on July 4, 1971
When he is not saving the world as a military pilot or lounging around in his doghouse, Snoopy often tries to become a professional writer. He often sends his work to agents and editors in the hope of one day getting it published, but Snoopy rarely has any real success.
Unlike many other great Snoopy films, this one Peanuts The strip is surprisingly sad. Snoopy throws away another rejection letter and Woodstock adds it to a tree full of rejections. Yet Snoopy continues to write regardless. His resilience is touching and helps make Snoopy a more admirable and lovable character. Woodstock’s close association with him is also adorable, especially as Snoopy teaches him his “secretary.”
4 Snoopy faces the devious Red Baron
Published on January 23, 1966
Snoopy’s hatred of the Red Baron is one of the peanutS‘ best running gags. He often imagines he is a World War I pilot, desperately fighting atop his doghouse to save the world from the Red Baron. This ongoing joke adds depth to Snoopy’s constant imagination.
Unfortunately, Snoopy’s Adventures Rare succeed the famous pilot. In the January 23, 1966 comic, he is beaten by the Red Baron and left in a desperate situation. As his world falls apart around him, Snoopy jumps out of his plane. Unfortunately, his imaginary parachute lands on his dinner tray, much to the embarrassment of poor Snoopy. It’s a hilarious comic that shows what is at stake in Snoopy’s imagination and describes his poor performance on the battlefield.
3 Snoopy meets Woodstock
Published on March 4, 1966
Woodstock does not appear in the oldest Peanuts Strip as it appeared more than a decade later in the series. Long after Snoopy discovered the joys of his doghouse, he lay sprawled on it while a bird built a nest on it. Much to Snoopy’s dismay, Woodstock hatched on his belly.
It would spark decades of entertainment and even help form Snoopy’s closest relationship. Woodstock’s birth came about because Snoopy resignedly refused to move when he easily had the chance, and it’s the perfect way to introduce the character. Snoopy’s reaction is even better, proving just how calm and resigned the pup can be.
2 Snoopy’s first appearance was when he was still a puppy
Published on October 4, 1950
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Snoopy was not quite the same character in his early appearances as he later became. In his earliest form, Snoopy had no conscious thoughts, walked on four legs, and seemed little more than an often mischievous dog. The style that would later define the Beagle did not yet exist.
But when he first appeared on October 4, 1950, Snoopy described himself as indispensable for the Peanuts World. He was a happy and lovable little dog and the only non-human member of the cast at the time, but his cheerful nature was another reason he stood out. Snoopy’s charm was there from the start.
1 Snoopy was able to walk upright for the first time in 1956
Published on January 9, 1956
While Snoopy’s first appearance was monumental, his greatest moment came when he began to walk uprightThis change brought a new focus to Snoopy’s character and gave him ample opportunity to showcase his intelligence, charm, and ever-engaging personality.
On January 9, 1956, Snoopy began walking upright across a frozen lake. Like the children who ran by, Snoopy stood on his hind legs and darted across the water. After that, Charlie Brown’s beloved dog no longer always appeared as a two-legged figure. Yet he quickly began to stand and profess his dreams of becoming a writer, a pilot, or anything else that interested him. It was the beginning of Snoopy’s old age and a monumental event.
Peanuts
Charlie Brown, an average man plagued by self-doubt, tackles life’s challenges with his loyal dog Snoopy and friends like the bossy Lucy, the philosophical Linus and the talented pianist Schroeder. Through everyday adventures and heartfelt moments, the series explores themes of friendship, resilience and the simple joys of childhood.
- writer
- Charles M. Schulz
- editor
- United Feature Syndicate
- artist
- Charles M. Schulz
