Floof-by (floofinition) – 1. An inspection by an animal done in a quick and cursory manner.

In use: “When he went out and began yardwork, the house floofs did floof-bys to verify no food was involved.”

2. Checking quickly and briefly on an animal to assess their welfare, condition, or activity.

In use: “After she found a fawn in her yard, Karla did several floofy-bys to ensure it was okay. Discovering it gone on the fourth, she hoped mama had come by and re-claimed her offspring.”