Poochie

Poochie is an affectionate American English diminutive of pooch, an informal word for dog of uncertain origin that has been in use since the early 20th century. As a pet name it is entirely warm and unpretentious — a name that leans into the fact that you simply love your dog and want a name that says so.

Poochie is the name you give a dog when you love dogs more than you love naming conventions. It is warm, silly, affectionate, and completely without pretension — the kind of name that a grandparent might use for any dog regardless of their actual name. It has a retro quality that feels more charming than dated now, and for owners who want a name that is just openly about the joy of having a dog, Poochie delivers that with no complications. It suits small, round, very lovable dogs who inspire that specific combination of laughter and overwhelming affection that makes dog ownership so wonderful.