Dog Names Meaning Homely

Introduction

Some things are so homely that they are cute. That might seem harsh but it is a fact. Classic beauty is wonderful but a unique appearance often pulls at the heartstrings. Many dogs are not pretty, cute, or beautiful. They simply do not have the wee-defined good looks or sleek design that the majority of people find attractive but that does not make them any less appealing. Some people just flat out love a homely pooch. Naming your addition to the family can be a fun time, and in this case, multiple names abound!

Dog Names Meaning Homely in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Homely Dog

Tuna

Tuna is a canine Instagram sensation with over 1.3 million followers. He also has his own clothing line, product range, and autobiography. What sets Tuna apart from other canines is what most people would expect. He is not a strikingly beautiful pooch. Instead, he is downright homely. He has a severe overbright that causes his pearly whites to jut out of his mouth. He also sports two hairy warts and halitosis. The Chihuahua-Dachshund mix is a memorable character that appears to have captured the hearts of millions of followers. His Instagram celebrity fan base includes Hilary Duff, Georgia May Jagger, Reese Witherspoon and Ariana Grande.

Courtney Dasher found Tuna when he was a tiny four-month-old abandoned puppy. For her, it was love at first sight. She did not see his abnormalities as homely. She thought he was beautiful and unique. She immediately started to take photos of him. His pictures were uploaded onto Instagram and within a year he was on the site's homepage. He quickly rose in popularity. Now at the age of four, the small dog is known and recognized around the world.

Tuna's owner, Courtney, says that his overbite is not always noticeable because his teeth do not always hang out. When his mouth becomes dry, his teeth take on a more pronounced appearance. Since his pearly whites spend much of the time hanging out of his mouth, Courtney takes him in often to have his teeth cleaned to keep his smile gleaming. She also regularly brushes his teeth and gums to keep his mouth not only looking good but also healthy. On his bottom jaw, he has a double row of teeth, which is a physical abnormality. The double row often gets food particles stuck within their tight confines so he must have daily brushings to curb bad breath, remove plaque, and prevent gum disease.

Courtney and Tuna are both single but Tuna does enjoy spending time with his soft stuffed monster named Colin. Unfortunately, Tuna often uses the teeth that have made him famous to de-stuff Colin so Courtney makes sure she has innumerable lookalike stuffies to keep Tuna happy.

The proceeds from Tuna's autobiography will go to a dog rescue charity. Courtney recently quit her job so she can stay home with Tuna and manage his career better. It makes Courtney happy to know the joy that her homely little dog brings to peoples lives on a daily basis. He is truly a one-of-a-kind pooch and although not handsome in a conventional way, he still manages to capture hearts.

Dog Name Meaning Homely Considerations

Dogs are not all about beauty. Many sport wonderful personalities even if they lack the classic good looks that so many owners desire in a pet. Nonetheless, some people think homely pooches are just better than any other critter.

Everyone knows about dog shows. Basically, the best of the breed are paraded around a ring and awarded titles and trophies for being striking and true examples of their breed. It is a doggy beauty contest. However, dog shows leave out homely dogs who do not have the looks or the purebred DNA to compete. Unfortunately, in the dog show world, they are often considered subpar. We don't agree, however, and suggest that you choose a cute and fitting name for your unique pup. Mugsy, Scruff, Kibbles and Lilith are just a few suggestions of names that celebrate an unusual looking canine.

The World's Ugliest Dog Competition has been held every year since the early 1970s in Petaluma, California. It is a favorite part of the Sonoma-Marin County Fair. The winning owner and their dog will receive a check for a $1,500, a trophy, and a free trip to New York City. The dog competition is held in the evening at the fair and has become a media circus with worldwide coverage. Nowadays, approximately 2,000 to 3,000 individuals attend the event. In 2013, the unconventional dog show celebrated its 25th anniversary as a fair-produced event.

Dogs flock from around the world to compete for the World's Ugliest Dog Competition. At the show, it does not matter if your dog is a purebred or a mutt. All canines are welcome to compete. The only requirement is that the pooch is downright homely. Contestants at the event all have a good time. At the end of the dog show, the winner not only receives ample media coverage but is featured in a video. Contestants at the show are also regularly featured online on the show's website. If you own a homely dog then why not rejoice in the creature's unique brand of beauty? You might even want to sign up so your four-legged buddy can compete in the prestigious show to win the title of 'The Ugliest Dog'.

Male Dog Names Meaning Homely

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Tuna After the Instagram dog known for his homely looks
0	Mugsy A common name for a dog with a homely mug
0	Mugly Winner of World's Ugliest Dog Competition
0	Gus Previous winner of the World's Ugliest Dog Competition
0	Archie Previous winner of the World's Ugliest Dog Competition
0	Yoda After a Star Wars character
0	Gremlin A creature in the movie 'Gremlins'
0	Ren A common homely dog moniker
0	Modok A common name for a homely creature
0	Monster A name that refers to an unsightly beast
0	Grisly A good name for a rough looking dog
0	Mangle A name for a dog that looks tough and rough
0	Jabba Refers to a Star Wars character
0	Sulley Refers to a character from the movie, 'Monster's Inc.'
0	Toxic A name for a homely dog whose appearance is toxic gaze upon
0	E.T. Refers to the extra terrestrial from the movie, 'E.T.'
0	Bomber A name for a dog whose looks bomb
0	Rascal A name that refers to the personality and appearance of a dog
0	Mutt A dog that is not a defined breed but has an scruffy appearance
0	Scruffy A dog with a messy appearance
0	Mess A dog with a scruffy appearance
0	Scruff Refers to a scruffy appearance
0	Chaos Disorderly and unkempt
0	Hobo Refers to an unkempt appearance
0	Pigpen Famous Charlie Brown character
0	Bigfoot Refers to the monster
0	Mangy Refers to a less than ideal appearance
0	Muddly A play on mud
0	Grunge Refers to an appearance that is dirty or grimy
0	Grub Short for grubby
0	Homith A name that means homely

Female Dog Names Meaning Homely

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Eva A play on everyday looks
0	Jane As in plain Jane
0	Hattie As in the term old hat
0	Podgy Cute for a homely pup
0	Goofy A homely dog name for either a male or a female
0	Alshifa A sweet and homely girl
0	Kibbles Will suit your homely lovebug
0	Pura A play on pure and simple
0	Minnie Refers to small and minor
0	Deco Cute name for an undecorated dog
0	Lilith Hebrew for a nighttime monster
0	Ella Based on elementary and simple
0	Nevaeh Considered the opposite of heaven
0	Della For your delightful but homely pup
0	Winnie Because your dog is a winner, no matter what
0	Zuma A name that refers to a medical condition and is thought to be unattractive
0	Surtiyem A title often used to refer to a homely or slow witted person
0	Hilda A name that refers to Broom Hilda
0	Witchy Unattractive like a witch
0	Hullabaloo Refers to a ruckus
0	Nana Twice a winner of the World's Ugliest Dog Contest
0	Brouhaha Means a reaction to something
0	Sweetpea Once a winner of the World's Ugliest Dog Competition
0	Abby Princess Abby won the World's Ugliest Dog Competition in 2010
0	Flapjack For the a spunky, homely pooch
0	Mutant A name used to refer to someone who does not look correct
0	Bella Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
0	Blossom Perfect for a homely new addition
0	Ugg Refers to a pair of Ugg boots
0	Skuzz Slang for unattractive