If you have a kid who loves dogs, you’ve probably heard of the Nick Junior animated series PAW Patrol. From the very first episode (Pups Make a Splash, in case you were wondering), these six rescue dogs, led by a heroic boy named Ryder, have mesmerised the youngest viewers. Now PAW Patrol birthday parties are all the rage—not to mention the toy versions of the characters. But who exactly ARE the dogs on this show, anyway? Are you a grown-up who didn’t quite catch the PAW Patrol dog names?
We feel you. Look no further for those PAW Patrol names because here they come!
PAW Patrol Dog Names
- Chase: the police dog German shepherd
- Marshall: the fire dog Dalmatian
- Skye: a high-flying cockapoo (cocker spaniel/poodle mix)
- Zuma: the water-loving chocolate Lab
- Tracker: a brown-and-white Chihuahua who’s bilingual in Spanish and English
- Rocky: a grey-and-white mixed breed pup
- Rubble: the trusty little English bulldog
- Everest: the snow dog Siberian husky
More PAW Patrol Character Names
- Ryder: the 10-year-old boy in charge of the dogs
- Mayor Goodway: dramatic, funny, but oh-so-loyal to the pups
- Chickaletta: the mayor’s pet chicken, of course
- Cap’n Turbot: a marine biologist and the watchman of Adventure Bay
- Wally: the captain’s pet walrus
- Francois: Cap’n Turbot’s flashy cousin with the thick French accent
- Katie: a young girl around Ryder’s age who runs the pet clinic
- Farmer Yumi and Farmer Al
- Sweetie: the villain! She belongs to the princess of Barkingburg, and she’s up to no good.
- Sid Swashbuckle: a greedy pirate
- Arrby: Sid’s dachshund sidekick
- Jake: Everest’s caregiver and owner of a ski resort
- The Kitten Catastrophe Crew: the cat versions of the PAW Patrol, these kitties work for neighbouring Mayor Humdinger.
Dog Naming Advice
Are you considering a name from PAW Patrol for your dog? Or is your little fan hoping you’ll choose a name from the show for the puppy? You’re not alone. Some dog owners just know their pet is a Rocky or Marshall as soon as they make eye contact, but if you’re having trouble deciding, keep in mind that a cute dog name can come from many different sources of inspiration, such as your favourite foods, books, celebrities, your heritage, or even dog breed history. For example, a French bulldog puppy might sport a French-inspired name like Chloe, while a German dog breed could carry a name like Bruno. And your favourite PAW Patrol names could get a twist for your own pooch, of course. Chance rather than Chase? Mitchell rather than Marshall? The sky’s the limit.
Of course, what matters most is that the dog name you choose rolls off your tongue with ease. You’ll want to select a name that you feel comfortable repeating because you’ll be saying it…a lot. Your dog’s name should make you happy! We’re fans of the “backdoor test” for dog name selection. It’s pretty much what it sounds like: stand at the back door and call out your new dog‘s potential name. Saying “Everest, it’s time for dinner!” or “Zuma, leave it!” helps take the name out of your imagination and into reality.
More Great Dog Names
Good luck, have fun and be sure to check out our other dog name coverage. As dog lovers through and through, we find dog names absolutely fascinating, and we love searching our data on the topic to discover hot trends, quirky choices, and unique twists on classics. Over the years, we’ve compiled plenty of names for you to peruse—and we keep our lists updated with new data each year. To start, check out our list of the most popular dog names of 2018, or take a look at our list of Scottish dog names, and Irish names for dogs!
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