VPI Reveals the Wackiest Pet Names of 2012

Ever come across a pet with an incredibly odd name, like Spark Pug, Beefra or Chew Barka? These dog and cat names, among others, have topped the Veterinary Pet Insurance Co.'s (VPI) list of the zaniest pet names for 2012!

After an arduous selection process that saw VPI comb through more than 485,000 of their insured pets, the insurance company found the 10 most unusual dog and cat names that owners registered their pets under. We give you fair warning: some of these names are very odd indeed! Without further ado, check out which names ranked as the oddest below:

Top 10 Unusual Dog Names for 2012

10. Trigonometry

9. Senorita Margarita

8. Furnace Hills Dante

7. Vienna Sausage

6. Stinker Belle

5. Agent 99

4. Spark Pug

3. Sir Maui Senqkey Schwykle

2. Nigel Nosewhistle

1. Chew Barka

Top 10 Unusual Cat Names for 2012

10. Mister Bigglesworth

9. Beefra

8. Kitty Gaga

7. Vincent Van Furrball

6. Sassy Pants Huska

5. Koobenfarben

4. Schnickelfritz

3. Dumpster Kitty

2. Dingleberry

1. Pico de Gato

Some of these names might sound silly to you, but there’s meaning behind each one. “While monikers like Stinker Belle and Vincent Van Furrball might sound odd, they are also a reflection of what makes each pet unique and special to their family,” said Curtis Steinhoff, director of corporate communications for VPI.

For other odd pet names, check out VPI's full list here!

Do you think your pet’s name is wackier or more original than any of these? Share your thoughts in a comment.