Krypto
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Krypto, also known as Krypto the Superdog, is a superhero dog appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly in association with the character Superman. In most continuities, Krypto is Superman's pet dog, usually depicted as a white dog of a generic pedigree often resembling a Labrador Retriever, a plain white Dalmatian, or a White Shepherd.[citation needed]
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Publication information | |
Publisher | DC Comics |
First appearance | Adventure Comics #210 (March 1955) |
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Species | Kryptonian dog |
Place of origin | Krypton |
Team affiliations | Team Superman Space Canine Patrol Agents Legion of Super-Pets Justice League Titans |
Supporting character of | Superman (Kal-El) Superboy (Kon-El) Jon Kent Ace the Bat-Hound Streaky the Supercat |
Notable aliases | Supercat Skip (pre-Crisis) Air Dale (pre-Crisis) Pal Krypto the Superdog |
Abilities | See list
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Krypto has appeared in numerous cartoon television shows and films, such as an eponymous animated series; the television series Smallville, the live-action HBO Max series Titans, and the animated film DC League of Super-Pets (2022), where he was voiced by Dwayne Johnson. The character will make its live-action cinematic debut in the upcoming film Superman (2025), an installment of the DC Universe (DCU) media franchise.