About the Wacky Pet Names award

The name you choose for a pet says a lot about both you and your four-legged friend—it’s a decision that calls for careful consideration and creativity.

With 1.1 million pets protected, we've seen some names that are—let’s say, unconventional. It’s why we celebrate the ingenuity of our members and their interestingly-named pets with the annual Wacky Pet Name Award.

Which pet name is the wackiest of them all?

Explore the weirdest, wildest and just plain funniest pet names of the year. During the Wacky Pet Names campaign, you can help decide the wackiest canine, feline, and exotic pet name by voting once per day per species.

Nationwide®: The first name in pet protection

Nationwide has been protecting pets for more than 40 years, starting with America’s favorite pooch, Lassie.

We cover more pets than anyone else with coverage that lets pet parents make the best veterinary care decisions for their pet. You could say that we’re a name you can trust.