When an animal scampers, it moves quickly with small, light steps.
Scampering is usually a happy or playful way for an animal to move.
Examples:
The squirrel scampers up the tree.
The puppy scampers around the yard.
She scampers across the field to catch the butterfly.
The little mouse scampers away from the cat.
The rabbit scampers so fast, it's like a little blur!
The chipmunk scampers up and down, looking for nuts.