Soon after, readers would discover that Snoopy was no average dog. For the last 74 years, creator Charles Schulz's characters have captivated millions through their dry humor and all-ages fun.

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On Oct. 2, 1950, "Peanuts" made its comic strip debut. Just two days later, Snoopy was introduced. Get to know the dog's breed and biography.

Patty and Shermy phased out, Snoopy introduced in third strip. Only later established as Charlie's dog. It took 5-8 years before it was clear that Snoopy was Charlie Brown's dog in the Peanuts series.

On Oct. 2, 1950, "Peanuts" made its comic strip debut. Just two days later, Snoopy was introduced. Get to know the dog's breed and biography.

Soon after, readers would discover that Snoopy was no average dog. For the last 74 years, creator Charles Schulz's characters have captivated millions through their dry humor and all-ages fun.

On Oct. 2, 1950, "Peanuts" made its comic strip debut. Just two days later, Snoopy was introduced. Get to know the dog's breed and biography.

On Oct. 2, 1950, "Peanuts" made its comic strip debut. Just two days later, Snoopy was introduced. Get to know the dog's breed and biography.