You've used words like "piquant" and "mouthfeel," and you've been known to make reservations for tasting menus a year in advance—yeah, it's safe to say you're a bona fide foodie. Why shouldn't your love of food extend to your precious pooch? (After all, she's quite a foodie herself.) Here, 15 of the best food names for dogs (AKA our four-legged besties).
The 15 Best Food Names for Dogs
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1. Cheddar
Bonus points if his fur matches the color of our fave cheese.
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2. Basil
For the intellectual pooch (that really likes pesto).
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3. Linguini
It’s just so fun to say.
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4. Peanut
For the mini furball in your life.
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5. Snickers
Really, any candy bar will do—but don’t let her eat the real thing.
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6. Cocoa
Because her coat is the perfect chocolaty brown.
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7. Bagel
“Why, yes, we did name him after our favorite food…”
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8. Almond
“Al” for short.
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9. Bok Choy
Proving two names are always better than one.
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10. Reuben
Mmm, now we’re just hungry.
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11. Nugget
Our go-to fast food deserves some recognition.
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12. Pinot
For the pooch that knows how to party.
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13. Macaron
But you can call him Mac.
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14. Biscuit
He’s a bit crunchy on the outside, but warm and soft on the inside.
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15. Pepperoni
The ultimate name for your little pupperino.
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