List of Famous Dogs and Dog Names

8 Below  (Including Dewey, Max, Maya, Old Jack, Shorty, Truman, Buck and Shadow)
In the movie Eight Below; based upon the 1958 ill-fated Japanese scientific expedition to the South Pole and a remake of the 1986 Japanese film Nankyoku Monogatari.
BREED: Siberian Husky Buck and Shadow were Alaskan Malamutes  YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Ace 
Dan's dog in the movie Ace of Hearts; about a K-9 dog accused of mauling a police suspect and his trainer's efforts to clear him
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Agent 11  (Also known as Spot)
Gordon's dog in the movie See Spot Run; about a mailman who takes in a stray bullmastiff only to learn that it is a trained FBI dog. (Also in the movie is dog Talia.)
BREED: Bullmastiff   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Akamaru 
Kiba Inuzuka's ninja dog in the Japanese comic (manga) and animated TV series (anime) Naruto; about an adolescent ninja whose team seeks out various antiheros; created by Masashi Kishimoto.
BREED: Unknown   YEARS: Comic: 1997-2014; TV series: 2002-2007.

Alexander 
Nina Tucker's dog in the Japanese comic (manga) Fullmetal Alchemist; about two alchemist brothers searching for the legendary Philosopher's Stone which would allow them to recover their bodies. (Also in the comic are dogs Black Hayate and Den.)
BREED: Great Pyrenees   YEARS: Comic: 2004-2010.

Allen 
Spence's dog in the TV series The King of Queens; about a parcel delivery man whose father-in-law comes to stay with his family in Queens, New York.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2007.

Andy 
Mark's faithful dog in the comic strip Mark Trail; about an outdoor magazine writer whose assignments lead him into danger and adventure; created by Ed Dodd.
BREED: St. Bernard   YEARS: Comic strip: 1946- now.

Andy 
A dog chained to a post in the comic strip Pearl Before Swine; about the daily lives of a group of suburban anthropomorphic animals; written and illustrated by Stephen Pastis.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2001-now

Anwar Sadat 
Sydney's dog in the movie I Love You Man; about a friendless guy who goes on a series of man-dates to find a Best Man for his wedding.
BREED: Puggle Crossbreed of a Beagle and a Pug  YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Argus 
The family dog in the movie Familiar Strangers; about a four-day Thanksgiving family gathering.
BREED: Irish Red and White Setter   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Arnold 
Turtle's dog in the HBO TV series Entourage; about the life of an actor trying to find success. The series was created and largely written by Doug Ellin.
BREED: Rottweiler   YEARS: TV series: 2004-2011.

Audrey 
The Kennedy's dog in the TV series (Australian) Neighbours; about people who live and work in Erinsborough, a fictional suburb of Melbourne.
BREED: Cairn Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1985-2012.

Aussie 
Young Laney's companion in the movie Aussie and Ted's Great Adventure; about an Australian mutt who embarks on a mission to return his young owner's missing Teddy Bear.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Axel 
The brothers' dog in the comic strip Fusco Brothers; created by J.C. Duffy.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1989- now.

Böwser vön Überdog 
A villain in the web comic strip The Ongoing Adventures of Rocket Llama; about "a high-flying llama, a sword-swinging cat, and a rocket as loyal as a cowboy hero's horse". (Also in the comic is Jetpack Dog and Camwyn Godfrey.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Comic strip: 2007- now.

Babydoll 
Daphne's dog in the movie Heavy Petting; about a guy who falls in love with his girlfriend's dog and out of love with her.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Backup 
Veronica's dog in the TV series Veronica Mars; about a high school girl who solves mysteries. Also in the movie; starring Kristen Bell.
BREED: Pit Bull   YEARS: TV series: 2004-2007. Movie: 2014.

Bailey 
Constance's heir to a fortune in the movie Bailey's Billion$; about a talking dog whose devoted owner leaves him a billion-dollar fortune. (Also in the movie is Border Collie Tessa.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Bailey 
Dog appearing regularly in the cartoon by Harry Bliss; an American cartoonist and illustrator who has illustrated many books and produced hundreds of cartoons and covers for The New Yorker. His single-panel comic titled Bliss is syndicated through Tribune Content Agency.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Cartoon: 2005.

Bailey 
In the movie The Adventures of Bailey: The Lost Pup; about a family who moves to a new home and mistakenly leaves their puppy behind.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2010, 2017.

Balto  (See also Jenna)
In the animated movie Balto; based on a true story. (Also appearing are dogs Steele, Kaltag, Star, Nikki, Dixie and Sylvie. Sequels include Balto II and Balto III.)
BREED: Siberian Husky   YEARS: Movie: 1995, 2002-2004.

Balzac 
Taj's faithful bulldog in the movie Van Wilder: The Rise of Taj; about a guy who finds himself helping an uptight student make the most out of her academic career.
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Bandit 
One of the 3 animal weapons fleeing captivity in the comic book series We3; created by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Comic books: 2004.

Banks 
An erudite dog in the comic strip Barkeater Lake; about the surreal misadventures of a big-city expatriate, eccentric locals, and the two owner of local gathering spot; created by cartoonist Corey Pandolph.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Comic strip: 2004-2009.

Barfy  (Another )   
The first family dog in the comic strip Family Circus; about a typical American family; created by Bil Keene.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Comic strip: 1960- now.

Barney 
Blue Peter's dog in the British TV series for children Blue Peter where the presenters show the viewers how to make things, how to care for your pet and other features. Blue's prior dogs were Petra, Patch, Shep, Goldie, Bonnie, Mabel, Lucy and Meg.
BREED: Irish Setter (Dachshund cross)  YEARS: TV series: 1958- now.

Barney  (See also Millie)
Pet dog of President George W. Bush. Also the president had English Springer Spaniels Spot Fetcher and Scottish Terrier Miss Beazley.(More about Barney.)
BREED: Scottish Terrier   YEARS: Dog: 2000-2013.

Bars 
Franka's dog in the Dutch comic strip Franka; about a strong female Dutch sleuth who solves mysteries in exotic locales; created by Henk Kuijpers.
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1970- now.

Bart 
Stuart's dog in the movie Kate & Leopold; about an Englishman from the 1870s who comes to the 21st century and falls in love with a successful business woman; starring Meg Ryan and Hugh Jackman.
BREED: Anatolian Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Baxter 
Ron's dog in the movie Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy; about a macho narcissistic news anchor from the 1970s; starring Will Ferrell.
BREED: Terrier mix  YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Beast  (and Beauty)
The Carter family pet in the movie The Hills Have Eyes; about a family being stalked by a group of psychotic people who live in the desert.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 1977, 2006

Beatrice  (See also Winky, Miss Agness, Hubert, and Rhapsody in White)
Meg and Hamilton Swan's dog in the movie Best in Show; about five dogs and their owners at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show held in Philadelphia.
BREED: Weimaraner   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Beck  (Movie )   
Ryusuke's dog in the Japanese comic books, animated TV series and the movie Beck about a teenage boy and his pursuit of a music career.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comics: 1999-2008. TV series: 2004-2005. Movie: 2010

Beethoven 
The Newton's dog in the movie Beethoven and its five sequels. (Also in the second movie are dogs Missy, Chubby, Dolly, Tchaikovsky, and Moe. And in the fourth movie dog Michelangelo. See also the animated television series entry Beethoven.)
BREED: St. Bernard   YEARS: Movies: 1992-2003.

Bello 
Companion of Bussi Bar in the German comic book series Bussi Bar; about a orange bear with a golden heart.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic book: 1966-2016.

Benji  (See also actor dog Higgins)
A lovable stray dog in a small town befriended by the locals each of whom call him by a different name in the movie Benji and its sequels played by dog Higgins. (More about Benji.)
BREED: Terrier mix  YEARS: Movies: 1974, 1977, 1978, 1980, 1981, 1987, 2004.

Berkley 
In the animated TV series Bad Dog; about a dog who, when told he was a bad dog, would freeze and pretend to be dead until someone told him he was a good dog; by Walt Disney.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2002.

Big Mo  (Also known as Moses)
In advertisments for Alpo dog food a subsidiary of Nestlé.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Ads: since 2005.

Big Shirley 
Alice's grandmother's dog in the comic strip Big Shirley; about a four-year-old girl and her suburban life experiences on a cul-de-sac; created by Richard Thompson.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2004-2012.

Bill  (Another )   
Boule's dog in the Belgian comic strip Boule et Bill; about a typical family and their cocker spaniel; created by Jean Roba in collaboration with Maurice Rosy. From 1961 to 1965, the strip appeared as a British comic strip It's A Dog's Life with Boule's name was changed to Pete and Bill's to Larry.
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Comic strip: 1959- now.

Bingo 
In advertisements for Cracker Jacks, a U.S. brand of snack consisting of caramel-coated popcorn and peanuts.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Ads: 1918- 2021.

Bingo 
One of Rupert's friends in the British comic strip Rupert Bear; about a bear who lives with his parents in a fictional idyllic English village with several anthropomorphic animals friends; created by Mary Tourtel and since 1935 written by others. (See also Pong Ping)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1920- now.

Binky 
Mary's inherited friend in the movie for TV Girl's Best Friend; about a disgruntled music critic who travels cross-country with her dog.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: TV movie: 2008.

Binky Barnes  (See also Fern Walters and Pal)
One of the characters in the animated TV series Arthur; about an 8-year-old boy an anthropomorphic aardvark his friends and family; created by Cookie Jar Group.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1976-2022.

Biscuit 
A puppy in the children's book series, including Biscuit Storybook Collection. The books, published over recent years, are easy reading for youngsters; written by Alyssa Satin Capucilli and illustrated by Pat Schories.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1999- 2019

Bitsy 
The family dog in the comic strip Marvin (later call Marvin & Family); about a young baby boy named Marvin and his father and mother; created by Tom Armstrong.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1982- now.

Bitzer 
Shaun's friend in the British animated TV series and animated movie Shaun the Sheep; about an anthromophic sheep and farm associates; created by Nick Park. (Also in the series is dog Slip.)
BREED: Sheep Dog   YEARS: TV series: 2007- now. Movie: 2015.

Black Hayate 
Riza Hawkeye's dog in the Japanese comic (manga) and animated TV series (anime) Fullmetal Alchemist; about the adventures of two alchemist brothers and set in a fictional universe where alchemy is an advanced scientific technique; created by Masashi Kishimoto.
BREED: Unknown   YEARS: Comic: 2001-2010; TV series: 2002-2007.

Bleeker  (Originally named Hoover)
Skip's dog in the comic strip Bleeker: The Rechargeable Dog about a boy and his a robotic dog with Spock-like sensibilities and his own programmable training manual; created in 2006 by Johnathan Mahood, relaunched by King features in 2011.
BREED: Robotic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2006.

Blu  (See also Ditto)
Franklin's pet in the Brazilian comic book series Monica and Friends (previously Monica's Gang); about the adventures of Monica and her many friends; created by Mauricio de Sousa. (Also in the comic are dogs Fluffy {Floquinho}, Duke {Duque}, and Rufus {Rúfius}.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic books: 1959-now.

Blue  (See also Magenta)
A character in children's animated TV series Blue Clues; a program intended to get preschoolers to learn through active participation in activities grounded in their everyday lives; on Nickleodeon.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2002.

Bo  (Another )   
Pet dog of President Barack Obama's family. Companion Portuguese Water Dog Sunny joined family August, 2013.)
BREED: Portuguese Water Dog   YEARS: Dog: 2009-2021.

Bobje 
Bert's dog in the Belgian comic strip Berts Bobje which appeared exclusively in the French magazine HUMO; about an anthropomorphic dog with a human face often seen doing things only humans can; created by Kamagurka.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1991- now

Bolivar  (Comic )   
In the animated movies and comic strip Donald Duck; by Walt Disney. (More about Bolivar.)
BREED: St. Bernard   YEARS: Movies: 1938- now. Comic books: 1938- now.

Bolt 
In the animated movie Bolt; about a small white dog who thinks he has super powers having spent his entire life on the set of a television show.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Bombón 
Coco's dog in the movie (Argentine-Spanish) El Perro; about an unemployed man has his luck change after being given a dog for helping a stranded woman on the highway.
BREED: Dogo Argentino   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Boomer  (See also Poncho)
Poncho's friend in the comic strip Pooch Cafe; about the humorous antics of a self-serving, squirrel-fearing, food-obsessed, toilet-drinking mutt; created by Paul Gilligan. (Also in the comic are dogs Hudson, Droolia, Gus, Beaumont and Poo Poo.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2000- now.

Boot 
In the British comic strip The Perishers about a group of urban children and a dog drawn by Mauarice Dodd. (Also in the comic are dogs "B. H. (Calcutta) Failed and Tatty Oldbitt.)
BREED: Old English Sheepdog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1958-2006.

Bowser 
The Miller's pets in the comic strip Moose & Molly; about the daily life of a loafer and his wife; created by Bob Weber. (Also in the comic is dog Butch.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1965-2020.

Bradley  (Family )   
Claire Bennett's pet in the comic strip On a Claire Day; about an insecure and naive young woman who has left her parents' home to live on her own; created by Henry Beckett and Carla Ventresca.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2006-2014.

Bradley, Jr. 
Bradley's dog (which he names after himself) in the movie Feast of Love; about a college professor who finds himself involved in the romantic lives of people around him; starring Morgan Freeman.
BREED: Springer Spaniel, Welsh   YEARS: Movie: 2007

Brainy Barker  (See also Kryto the Superdog, Drooly and Mammoth Mutt)
A dog that possesses telekinetic powers in the anmiated TV series and comic book series Krypto the Superdog; about a dog from Superman's planet living on Earth as the pet of a 9 year old boy. (Also in the series are dogs Ace the Bathound, Bulldog, Paw Pooch, Tail Terrier, Tusky Husky, HotDog.)
BREED: Saluki   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2006. Comics: 2005-2006.

Brandy Harrington 
In the animated TV series Brandy & Mr. Whiskers; about a dog and a hyperactive rabbit that get stuck in the Amazon Rainforest together; by Walt Disney.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2004-2006.

Brian  (Family )   (See also Vinny)
The family dog in the animated TV series Family Guy; about the Griffins a dysfunctional family; created by Seth MacFarlane. (Also in the series is dog Jasper.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2002, 2005- now.

Bruiser 
Elle's dog in the movie Legally Blonde; about a sorority girl who struggles to win back her ex-boyfriend by earning a law degreeand; starring Reese Witherspoon and Luke Wilson.
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Bruno 
Champion's dog in the animated movie Les Triplettes de Belleville or The Triplets of Belleville, about an elderly woman who goes on a quest to rescue her grandson who has been kidnapped by the French mafia.
BREED: Generic hound   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Buck 
Maddy's large dog in the movie Hanging Up; about three sisters who bond over their ambivalence toward the imminent death of their grouchy father; starring; Meg Ryan, Diane Keaton, Lisa Kudrow and Walter Matthau.
BREED: Newfoundland   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Buckles 
A guileless and innocent dog in the comic strip Buckles; created by David Gilbert. (Also in the comic strip is a crippled dog, Lester, and a street dog, Rusty.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1996-2021.

Buckley 
The family dog in the movie The Royal Tenenbaums; about three siblings after their eccentric father leaves them in their teens; starring Gene Hackman and Anjelica Huston. (Also in the movie is dog Spark Plug.)
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Buddha  (Group )   (and others)
One of the talking dogs in the movie Space Buddies; about the dog buddies getting aboard the space shuttle and rocket to the Space Station. (Included in the movie are dogs B. Dawg, Mudbud, Rosebud, Spudnick, and Shasha.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movies: 2009.

Buddy 
Pet dog of President Bill Clinton, died after being hit by a car. Clinton's next dog was Seamus, pronounced "shay-muss" the Gaelic form of James. (More about Buddy.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Dog: 1997-2002.

Buddy 
Ricky's dog in the movie Bring Him Home; about a tough street kid who loses his dog to a syndicate of vicious dognappers.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Buddy 
Dog owned by Martin and his wife in the British TV series Doc Martin; about the people of a sleepy Cornish village and its humorless medical doctor; starring Martin Clunes. (Also in the series is dog Bob)
BREED: Westie-Jack Russell cross   YEARS: TV series: 2004-2022

Bullet 
Snuffy's dog in the comic strip and animated TV series Barney Google and Snuffy Smith; created by cartoonist Billy DeBeck.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1919- now. TV series: 1963.

Bullseye  (Book )   
Bill Sikes's dog in the book Oliver Twist; about a orphan boy caught in the misery of old London; by Charles Dickens and in the many movie adaptations including the movie Oliver.
BREED: Bull Terrier or Bulldog  YEARS: Book: 1837-1839. Movies: 1922, 1948, 1968, 1988, 1997, 2005. TV: 1999, 2007.

Bumper 
The family dog in the comic strip The Middletons; about a white suburban American family and their neighbors; create by Ralph Dunagin and Dana Summers. (Also in the strip is dog Rusty.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1989- now.

Bumpy  (Stuffed toy )   
Noddy's companion in the children's books and British animated TV series for children about Noddy; a character created by British children's author Enid Blyton.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1949-1963. TV series: 1975, 1992, 1998, 2001.

Buster 
In the book and animated TV series for children The Fantastic Flying Journey; about three kids their uncle and a dog traveling in a fantastic flying machine; written by Gerald Durrell.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1987. TV series: 2001.

Buster 
Bruce's dog in the movie Bruce Almighty; about a news reporter who gets powers from God and abuses them; starring Jim Carrey, Jennifer Aniston and Morgan Freeman.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie 2003.

Butch 
Pluto's arch nemesis in the animated movies and the animated TV series Mickey Mouse Clubhouse; by Walt Disney. (And in other venues.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Movie shorts: 1940-1947. TV series: 1954, 2001-2017, 2006-2012.

Butch  (See also Lou)
An experienced field agent in the movie Cats & Dogs; about the top-secret high-tech espionage war going on between cats and dogs; starring Jeff Goldblum and Elizabeth Perkins. (Also in the movie are Saluki Ivy, Chinese Crested dog Peek, Old English Sheepdog Sam, and Bloodhound Buddy.)
BREED: Anatolian Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Cagney 
Zack's pet in the comic strip Zack Hill; about a young boy who lives with his widowed mother in a boardinghouse; created by John Deering and John Newcombe.
BREED: Boston Terrier   YEARS: Comic strip: 2003- now.

Camille 
The Van Dusen's dog in the movie Hounded; about a teenager who ends up being hounded by a well-groomed and seemingly cute and tiny dog that actually turns out to be a nightmare of a beast. (Also in the movie is dog Sarge.)
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Canine 
The family dog in the animated TV series Glenn Martin, DDS; about a man who takes his family on a cross-country road trip to strengthen the family bond; premiered on Nick at Nite.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2009-2011.

Canturro 
A character in the Argentine comic strip Gaturro; about a cat who lives with his human owners but finds adventure roaming rooftops of the neighborhood; created by Cristian Dzwonik, better known as "Nik". (Also a movie, Caturro: The Movie.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1996-now.

Carl  (Another )   
Madeleine's dog in the illustrated children's book Good Dog Carl; about a Rottweiler and a little girl he takes care of -- the first in a series of 22 books (as of 2016); written and illustrated by Alexandra Day.
BREED: Rottweiler   YEARS: Book: 1985-2015.

Celine 
Mr. G's dog in the TV series (Australian) Summer Heights; lampooning Australian high school life from the viewpoints of three students; filmed in a documentary style.
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: TV series: 2007.

Cerberus 
A racing dog owned by boys from West Belfast in the British movie Man About Dog; owing money to a bookie, three guys leave town with their dog to try their luck elsewhere.
BREED: Greyhound   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Chalky 
Pet of popular English chef Rick Stein who often appeared on television with his dog. (More about Chalky.)
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: Dog: 1989-2007.

Chamsky 
Robert's dog in the TV series Everyone Loves Raymond; about Raymond and his family and his insecure brother dominating mother and crude father.
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2005.

Chance 
Adam's dog in the book One Good Dog; about hard-luck man who meets a hard-luck dog, and how they save each other; written by Susan Wilson.
BREED: Pit Bull   YEARS: Book: 2010.

Charkie  (Book )   
Steve and Betsy's dog in the children's book, animated movie, and animated TV series Curious George; about a brown monkey who is brought from his home in Africa by "The Man with The Yellow Hat" to live in a big city; written by Hans Augusto Rey and Margret Rey.
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Book: since 1941. TV series: 2004, 2006. Movie: 2006.

Charlene  (Group )   (See also Mr. Weenie, Roberto, Rufus, and Fifi.)
Rufus' girlfriend in the animated movie Open Season 2; about a rag-tag army of animals against the hunters.
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Charlie 
Brandy's dog in the movie Joe Dirt; about a man looking for his parents who abandoned him when he was a baby at the grand canyon. (Also in the movie is dog Spot.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever mix  YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Chaser 
John W. Pilley's dog known as the smartest dog in the world, featured in the book Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words.
BREED: Border Colliw   YEARS: Dog; 2005; Book: 2013.

Cheeka 
In advertisemants for Hutchison Essar cellular service in India, familiarly known as Hutch , now Vodafone Essar.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: Ads: 2003.

Cherokee 
Sidney's dog in the movie Scream 3; about a woman trying to escape the horrors of a prior horror movie; starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox Arquette and David Arquette.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Chestnut 
In the movies Chestnut: Hero Of Central Park; about two former orphans who try to keep their loveable Great Dane a secret from their adoptive parents; starring Abigail Breslin.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Chet 
Bernie's partner and narrator in the book series, including Dog On It; about a detective and his smart canine who helps him solve his cases; written by Peter Abrahams under the alias Spencer Quinn.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Book: 2009-2015.

Chico 
Mort Rainey's dog in the movie Secret Window; about a writer who is accused of plagiarism by a stranger who starts to terrorize him; starring Johnny Depp.
BREED: Australian Cattle Dog   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Chief  (Book )   (See also Copper)
Friend of the fox in the book and animated movie The Fox and the Hound; about a red fox and a hunting dog who renew their friendship; book by Daniel P. Mannix. The movies The Fox and the Hound and The Fox and the Hound 2 are not true to the book. (In sequel are dogs Dixie, Cash, Granny Rose, Waylon and Floyd.)
BREED: Foxhound   YEARS: Book: 1967. Movie: 1981. Movie sequel: 2006.

Chief Mutt 
A character in the comic strip Slylock Fox & Comics for Kids; a strip that features logic puzzles and an anthropomorphic fox detective who constantly matches wits with a variety of criminals; created by Bob Weber Jr.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic Strip: 1987-now.

Chip the Dog 
On of the mascots for Cookie Crisp, a breakfast cereal made to recreate the taste of chocolate chip cookies and manufactured by General Mills .
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Mascot: 1990-2005.

Chloe  (See also Delgado)
In the movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua; about a dog who gets dognapped in Mexico and has to escape from an evil Doberman; starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Drew Barrymore and Andy García. (Also in the movie are dogs German Shepherd Delgado, Chihuahua Papi, and Doberman Pinscher El Diablo.)
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Cho Cho 
A talking dog who helps the police in the movie The Karate Dog; starring Jon Voight and Chevy Chase.
BREED: Briard   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Christmas  (Movie )   
Todd's dog in the book and in the movie A Dog Named Christmas; about a mentally challenged young man living with his parents in the rural midwest; written by Greg Kincaid.
BREED: Labrador Retriever (Black Labrador in the book, Yellow Labrador in the movie)  YEARS: Book: 2008. Movie: 2009.

Chubb and Chauncey  (left is Chubb, right is Chauncey)
Canine characters in a Canadian comic strip Chubb and Chauncey; about two dogs, Chubb a lower class pooch, and Chauncey who fancied himself more refined. Created by cartoonist Vance Rodewalt, the daily strip and was syndicated in fifty to sixty newspapers in Canada and Europe.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1988-2001.

Chum 
The Clasky family dog in the movie Spanglish; about a woman and her daughter who emigrate from Mexico to America where they start working for a family, the father a newly celebrated chef and the mother an insecure woman; starring Adam Sandler and Paz Vega.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Cinnamon 
Raj's dog in the TV series The Big Bang Theory; about four geeks and a girl in humorous situations.
BREED: Yorkshire Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2019

Cirano 
Bob Rock's dog in the Italian comic books Alan Ford; about a group of misfit secret agents based in a flower shop in New York City; created by Max Bunker.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic books: 1969-2014.

Cisco 
Raine's dog in the book series Raine Stockton Dog Mysteries; about a small town girl from the mountains of North Carolina who trains dogs and solves murders; written by Donna Ball.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Books: 2006, 2007, 2011, 2012.

Cleo  (See also Clifford)
One of Clifford's friends in the animated TV series Clifford the Big Red Dog; about a big dog that gets in constant trouble; written by Norman Bridwell. (Also in the series are dogs Mimi, T-Bone, Hamburger, K.C., Artie, and Mac.)
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: Book: 1963. TV series: 2000-2003.

Clifford  (Book )   (See also Cleo)
Emily's dog in the children book series and animated TV series Clifford the Big Red Dog; about a big dog that gets in constant trouble; written by Norman Bridwell. (Also in the series are dogs Mimi, T-Bone, Hamburger, K.C., Artie, Jorge and Mac.)
BREED: Bloodhound  (maybe)  YEARS: Book: 1963. TV series: 2000-2003, 2019-now.

Clive 
Lula's pet in the British comic strip My Own Genie in the British comic The Dandy; about a schoolgirl named Lula who gets her own Genie; by artist Jamie Smart
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2005-2012.

Cofi 
Octavio's dog in the movie (Mexican) Amores Perros. A horrific car accident connects three stories each involving characters dealing with loss regret and life's harsh realities all in the name of love.
BREED: Rottweiler   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Colin 
Daisy and Tim's dog in the TV series (British) Spaced; about two London adults who meet by chance while flat-hunting and who try to figure out new and largely unproductive ways of killing time.
BREED: Miniature Schnauzer   YEARS: TV series: 1999, 2001.

Colossus 
Van Wilder's dog in the movie Van Wilder about a rich kid who likes the college life but isn't serious about it. There was also a prequel and a sequel.
BREED: English Bulldog   YEARS: Movies: 2002, 2006, 2009.

Copper  (See also Chief)
A hunting dog who befriends a red fox in the book and the animated movie The Fox and the Hound; book by Daniel P. Mannix. The movies The Fox and the Hound and The Fox and the Hound 2 are not true to the book. (In sequel are dogs Dixie, Cash, Granny Rose, Waylon and Floyd.)
BREED: Bloodhound   YEARS: Book: 1967. Movies: 1981, 2006.

Corneil 
John and Beth's pampered pet in the French (dubbed to English) animated TV series Corneil and Bernie (also called Watch My Chops), about a intelligient talking dog and his "dog-sitter" Bernie Barges.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2004-2006.

Cosmo, the Spacedog 
A character appearing in an animated TV series and the American comic books Guardians of the Galaxy; about a telepathic Soviet dog who is the security chief of the space station Knowhere and a member of the Guardians.
BREED: Golden Retriever - Labrador Retriever hybrid  YEARS: Comics: 2008-2010. TV series: 2014-2015.

Courage 
In the animated TV series Courage the Cowardly Dog; about an anthropomorphic dog who lives with a married couple of elderly farmers in the "Middle of Nowhere"; created by John R. Dilworth.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2002.

Cubitus  (Dommel in the Netherlands, Wowser in English)
Semaphore anthropomorphic dog in the Franco-Belgian comic series Cubitus; about a talking dog who lives with his master a retired sailor next door to Sénéchal the black and white cat who is instinctually Cubitus' enemy; created by cartoonist Dupa.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic: 1968. Comic albums: 1977-2006.

Daisy  (Movie )   
The family dog in the comic strip and the movie Blondie; about the Bumsteads, Dagwood and Blondie and their two children; created by Chic Young.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1930- now. Movies: 1938-1950.

Daisy 
Vinny's dog in the movie Snatch; about a bunch of unsavory characters who create mayhem while trying to track down a priceless stolen diamond.
BREED: Staffordshire Bull Terrier   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Daisy 
Walt's dog in the movie Grand Torino; about a recently widowed Korean War veteran who is alienated from his family and angry at the world; starring Clint Eastwood.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Dash  (TV series )   (See also dog Islay)
The queen's dog in the movie and first TV series Young Victoria; based on the early life and reign of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom; starring Emily Blunt. The TV series Victoria starred Jenna Coleman.
BREED: King Charles Spaniel   YEARS: Movie: 2009. TV series: 2016.

Dawg 
The family dog in the comic strip Hi and Lois; about about a suburban family; by Dik Browne and Mort Walker.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1954- now.

Delgado  (See also Chloe)
In the movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua; about a dog who gets dogknapped in Mexico and has to escape from an evil Doberman; starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Drew Barrymore and Andy García. (Also in the movie are dogs German Shepherd Delgado, Chihuahua Papi, and Doberman Pinscher El Diablo.)
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Devil  (Movie )   
The Phantom's dog in the comic strip and the movie serial The Phantom; about a masked crimefighter based upon the comics; created by Lee Falk. In the series the dog is played by Ace the Wonder Dog.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Comics: 1936- now. Movie serial: 1943.

Devon 
Jon's dog in the movie A Dog Year; about a guy suffering from a midlife crisis who takes in a dog that's crazier than he is; starring Jeff Bridges. (Also in the movie is dog Stanley.)
BREED: Border Collie   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Dewey  (Also known as Rexxx)
The dog who teams up with a young kid to get the fire station back on its feet in the movie Firehouse Dog; starring Bruce Greenwood and Josh Hutcherson.
BREED: Irish Terrier   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Diamond 
Owen's adopted dog in the movie Dog Gone (also titled Diamond Dog Caper), about a boy who battles a gang of bumbling thieves to rescue a dog carrying a fortune in stolen diamonds.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Digby 
Olive's dog in the TV series Pushing Daisies; about a pie-maker with the ability to bring dead things back to life for one minute with his touch; co-starring Kristen Chenoweth.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2009.

Digger 
One of the four animal friends in the TV series for children (British) Big Barn Farm; about the farmyard animals, exploring their friendships and discovering their roles on the farm. (Also in the series is dog Old Pop.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 2008-.

Dinah 
Pluto's girlfriend in the animated movies about Mickey Mouse; produced by Walt Disney.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: Movie: 1942- now.

Dinky 
In advertisements for Taco Bell, played by Gidgit. (More about Gidgit.)
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Dog: 1994-2009. Ads: 1997-2000.

Disreputable Dog 
A character in the Australian fantasy book Old Kingdom: A Trilogy; the dog appears in the first two books of the Trilogy, Sabriel, Lirael; written by Garth Nix.
BREED: Various   YEARS: Book: 1995, 2001.

Ditto  (See also Blu)
Monica's pet in the Brazialian comic strip Monica & Friends; about the adventures of Monica and her many friends; created by Mauricio di Sousa. (Also in the comic are dogs Fluffy {Floquinho}, Duke {Duque}, and Rufus {Rúfius}.)
BREED: King Charles Spaniel   YEARS: Comic strip: 1959- now.

DJ Dog 
In the comic strip Housebroken; about a rap artist pit bull who lives with the Watson family; created by Steve Watkins.
BREED: Pit Bull   YEARS: Comic strip: 2003-2010. Book: 2008.

Doc 
Canine companion in the TV series Grey's Anatomy; about the lives of surgical interns and residents as they gradually evolve into seasoned doctors.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: TV series: 2005- now.

Dog 
One half of conjoined brothers in the animated TV series CatDog; about the adventures of a conjoined twin hybrid of a cat and dog with two heads and two personalities; created by Pete Hannan. (Also in the series are Clifford Maurice "Cliff" Feltbottom, Alice "Shriek" DuBois, and Ignatius "Lube" Catfield-McDog.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV Series: 1998-2005.

Dogbert 
Dilbert's dog in the comic strip Dilbert; about an engineer in a typical office; created by Scott Adams.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1989- now.

Dogmatix  (Another )   
Obelix's dog in the French comic books Asterix; about the exploits of a village of ancient Gauls as they resist Roman occupation; created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. (More about Dogmatix.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comics: 1959-2010.

Dogs of C-Kennel  (Including Iggy, Kenny, Oliver, Tucker, and Willy)
In the comic strip Dogs of C-Kennel; created and written by Mick Mastroianni and illustrated by Mason Mastroianni.
BREED: Chihuahua Husky, Great Dane, Schnauzer, and Pit Bull  YEARS: Comic strip: 2007- now.

Doidle 
Pet dog of Vicky and her family in the animated TV series The Fairly OddParents; about the adventures of 10-year-old boy who wishes for a perfect life but has his problems; created by Butch Hartman.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2006, 2008-.

Dolce Sinfonia 
In advertising and a Show dog champion, a model used by some dog fashion companies and advertising for Eukanuba dog food.
BREED: Yorkshire Terrier   YEARS: Dog: 2002.

Dolores 
Freddy's dog in the movie. Double Take; about a man who likes to keep in his dog in a knapsack and trys to run away from trouble but finds it follows him in unexpected ways; starring Eddie Griffin and Orlando Jones.
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Doogie 
In the Australian animated TV series FARMkids; about pampered zoo animals accidentally being shipped to a dude ranch; created by Scott Strachan.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2008.

Doug  (Played by Silverman's real-life pet, Duck)
Sarah's dog in the TV comedy series The Sarah Silverman Program; about an unemployed and childlike woman who leads an irresponsible life, often insulting friends, family, and total strangers; starring Sarah Silverman.
BREED: Chihuahua and Pug mix  YEARS: TV series: 2007-2010.

Dougal  (Dougal in the British version, Pollux in the original French version)
The main character in the French and British animated TV series The Magic Roundabout and in 2005 the first computer-animated movie to be made in the United Kingdom; the French and English versions of the series are distinctly different.
BREED: Skye Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1963, 1965-1977. Movie: 2005.

Drooly  (See also Kryto the Superdog, Mammoth Mutt and Brainy Barker)
A dog who can use his drool as a weapon in the animated TV series and comic book series Krypto the Superdog; about a dog from Superman's planet living on Earth as the pet of a 9 year old boy. (Also in the series are dogs Ace the Bathound, Bulldog, Paw Pooch, Tail Terrier, Tusky Husky, Hot Dog.)
BREED: English Sheepdog   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2006. Comics: 2005-2006.

Dug 
A talking dog in the animated movie Up; about an elderly widower a young boy and a dog who all fly to South America in a floating house.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Duke  (Also known as Paddington)
In advertisements for Bush's Baked Beans.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Ads: 1995-2012.

Duke 
Alden Pyle's dog in the movie The Quiet American; about a love triangle between an English journalist, a CIA agent, and a young Vietnamese girl, set in Viet Nam in the 1950s; starring Michael Caine, Brendan Fraser, and Do Thi Hai Yen; based on the book by Graham Greene.
BREED: English Mastiff   YEARS: Movie: 2002.

Duke 
The sheep's watchdog in the animated movie Barnyard; about farm animals on their own while the humans are off. The animated TV spinoff was called Back at the Barnyard. (Also in the film is dog Everett.)
BREED: Sheep Dog   YEARS: Movie: 2006. TV series:2007-2011.

Duke 
Emily's dog in the movie Seven Pounds; about a man with a fateful secret who sets out to change the lives of seven people; starring Will Smith.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Dukey 
Johnny's dog in the animated TV series Johnny Test; about the adventures of a troublesome and bratty boy who lives with his brilliant 13-year-old twin sisters and an intelligent talking dog; created by Scott Fellows.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2005-.

Duncan 
Big Daddy's dog in the comic strip Raising Duncan; a semi-autobiographical look at the life of the comic's creator, Chris Browne.
BREED: Scottish Terrier   YEARS: Comic Strip: 2000-2005. Returned on the Internet for GoComics: 2005-now.

Earl 
In the comic strip Mutts; about the day-to-day adventures of a dog and his cat associate named Mooch; created by Patrick McDonnell. (Also in the comic strip are dogs Woofie and Guard Dog.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1994- now.

Eddie  (Played by Moose)
Martin's dog in the TV series Frasier; a sitcom about a psychiatrist with a radio show who lives with his father; starring Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, John Mahoney and David Hyde Pierce.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1993-2004.

Eddie McDowd 
The transformation of Eddie in the TV series 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd; about a schoolyard bully who is turned into a dog for his bad behavior and has to do 100 good deeds before he can be changed back.
BREED: Australian Shepherd /Siberian Husky mix  YEARS: TV series: 1999-2002.

Edgar  (See also Farley)
The second family dog in the comic strip For Better or Worse; about a regular Canadian family; created by Lynn Johnston. Since 2008, the strip continues as reruns. Edgar appears in 1995 after first dog Farley died.
BREED: English Sheepdog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1979- now. Dog: 1995.

Edison 
The family dog in the book in the movie and stage musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; about a wrecked racing motorcar in the early twentieth century; originally written by Ian Fleming.
BREED: English Sheepdog mix  YEARS: Book: 1964. Movie: 1965. Stage musical: 2002, 2005.

Electra  (See also Vivian)
Cathy's dog in the comic strip Cathy; about a woman and her struggles with food, love, mom, and work; by Cathy Guisewite.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1976-2010.

Endal 
Famous English service dog who helped people with mental disabilities including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and severe depression; and in the book Endal by Allen and Sandra Parton. (More about Endal.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Dog: 1995. Book: 2009.

Ernie 
Sara's temporary dog in the movie Sweet November; about an adman whose life changes when it gets involved with a free-spirited woman; starring Charlize Theron and Keanu Reeves.
BREED: Griffon Bruxellois   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Faith 
The dog with only two legs. She was born with three, but one had to be amputated. She received much publicity including a book detailing her story entitled With a Little Faith.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Dog: 2002-2014.

Fang 
Eno's dog in the comic strip The Duplex; about an overweight unemployed bachelor and his dog; created by Glenn McCoy.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1993- now.

Fang 
Hagrid's pet in the books and in the movies Harry Potter; a fantasy series about young children learning to become wizards; written by the British author J. K. Rowling.
BREED: Neapolitan Mastiff   YEARS: Book: 1997-2007. Movies: 2001-2011.

Farley  (See also Edgar)
The first family dog in the comic strip For Better or Worse; about a regular Canadian family; created by Lynn Johnston. Since 2008, the strip continues as reruns. Edgar appears in 1995 after first dog Farley died.
BREED: English Sheepdog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1979-1995. Dog: 1979.

Fat Dog Mendoza 
In the British animated TV series for children Fat Dog Mendoza; about a smart-mouthed dog who is incredibly obese and his friends who try to fight crime; created by Scott Musgrove.
BREED: Generic but extremely obese   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2001.

Fergus 
Mel's dog in the comic strip and several books Citizen Dog; about the antics of Mel and his canine companion; created by Mark O’Hare. (Also in the comic strip are dogs Arlo and Bruno.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1995-2001.

Fern Walters  (See also Binky, Barnes, and Pal)
One of Arthur's classmates in the animated TV series Arthur; about an eight-year-old male anthropomorphic aardvark; an American and Canadian educational TV series for children created by Cookie Jar Group.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2022.

Fetch 
Loud Kiddington's dog in the animated TV series Histeria; a satirical look at history with a cast of comic characters; by Warner Bros.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2000.

Fifi  (See also Pekkie and Tobias)
The huge dog of the Countess Elodie from Stiepelteen in the Flemish comic strip Jommeke; about a young boy who lives with his parents and loves adventure; created by Jef Nys
BREED: Large white dog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1955- now.

Fifi  (See also Spike)
Spike's girlfriend in the animated TV series Rugrats; about eight babies as well as two dogs and their day-to-day lives; on Nickleodeon.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: TV series: 1991-2005.

Fifi  (Group )   (See also Mr. Weenie, Roberto, Rufus, and Charlene.)
Roberto's companion in the animated movie Open Season 2; about a rag-tag army of animals against the hunters.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Floyd 
Maxine's dog in the Maxine series for Hallmark cards and the comic strip Crabby Road; created by John Wagner for Hallmark, then as a comic strip and books, and continuing as a web comic to the present.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Hallmark cards: 1986- now. Comic strip: 1990-2002. Books: from 1999.

Fluffa 
Dan's companion in the British animated TV series for children Summerton Mill; about a beautiful valley where when the rains turns the old waterwheel a little bit of magic takes place; created by Pete Bryden and Ed Cookson.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2005- now.

Frank 
Don's dog in the children's book The Dog Who Thought He Was Santa; about a family in a mining town in the 1950s with many problems and a dog who tries to make everyone happy; the last of 37 dog stories by author Bill Wallace.
BREED: Bloodhound   YEARS: Book: 2009.

Frank the Pug 
A alien in disguise in the movie Men in Black. Frank is also in the 2002 sequel and the 2007 movie Frank. (More about Frank.)
BREED: Pug   YEARS: Movie: 1997-2002.

Fred Bassett  (See also Jock)
In the comic strip Fred Bassett; about a snobbish dog who appreciates the finer qualities of life; created by Scottish cartoonist Alex Graham.
BREED: Bassett Hound   YEARS: Comic strip: 1963- now.

Friday  (In the book, Sadie)
Andi and Bruce's dog in the movie Hotel for Dogs; about 2 orphans who hide their dog at an abandoned hotel when their guardians forbid pets at home; based on the book by Lois Duncan. (Also dogs Angela, Cooper, Friday, Georgia, Henry, Juliet, Lenny, MacTavish, Madison, Preston, Romeo, Red Rover and others.)
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: Book: 1971. Movie: 2009.

Frisket 
Companion of the Guardians in the Canadian computer animated TV series Reboot; about the adventures of a Guardian and his companions as they work to keep the computer system safe from viruses
BREED: Robot dog   YEARS: TV series: 1994-2001.

Fu 
Lao's companion in the animated TV series American Dragon: Jake Long; about a 13-year-old boy who can change into a dragon and protect the magical creatures living in the city; by Walt Disney.
BREED: Shar Pei   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2007.

Fuzz 
Ziggy's dog in the comic strip Ziggy; featuring a small bald trouserless barefoot character with a large nose who seems to have no friends other than a menagerie of pets; created by Tom Wilson.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1969- now.

Gai Luron 
An anthropomorphic dog in the French comic strip Gai Luron; about an apathetic dog and his fox-friend reading their fan mail usually written by the same reader, a little boy. (Also in the comic is his girl friend Belle-Lurette.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1965- now

Gaspard and Lisa 
Two canine friends in the children's book series Gaspard and Lisa; about two dogs, Gaspard (the black dog with a blue scarf) and Lisa (the white dog with a red scarf) who go on various adventures; created by wife and husband Anne Gutman and Georg Hallensbelen.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Books: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2012.

Gelert 
A dog of legend in the animated movie Gelert; about Prince Llywelyn and his faithful hound in old Wales; based upon the legend.
BREED: Irish Wolfhound   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Genevieve  (Movie poster )   
Madeline's dog in the children's book series, in the movie, and animated TV series for children Madeline; about a girl who lives in Paris and attends a boarding school; written by Ludwig Bemelmans.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Books: 1939-1967. TV series: 1991-2007. Movie: 1998.

Gigi 
Mertle's dog in the animated movie Leroy & Stitch; about an intergalactic struggle between two eccentric and mischievous individuals; the film debuted on the Disney Channel.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Gin 
Kate's dog in the TV team Kate and Gin, made famous on Britain's Got Talent 2008.
BREED: Border Collie   YEARS: Dog: 2001. TV fame: 2008.

Gladstone 
Watson's dog in the movie Sherlock Holmes; about Holmes and Watson's efforts to prevent the ritual murder of a woman; starring Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law.
BREED: English Bulldog   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Gnasher  (See also Gnipper)
Dennis' dog in the British comic strip Dennis the Menace and Gnasher; about a boy and his dog who cause problems for everyone; originally appearing in the British comic book The Beano; published by D. C. Thomson & Co. (More about Gnasher and Gnipper.)
BREED: Abyssinian wire-haired tripe hound   YEARS: Comic strip appearance: 1974- now.

Goddard 
Jimmy's robot dog in the animated TV series The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius; about a boy genius who creates gadgets, his robot dog and his friends and family in Retroville; on Nickelodeon. Also the movie, Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius.
BREED: Robot dog   YEARS: Movie: 2001. TV series: 2002-2006.

Goofy 
In animated movies such as A Goofy Movie by Walt Disney; originally Dippy Dawg. (More about Goofy.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movies: since 1932-2009.

Grace 
Kit's dog in the movie Kit Kittredge: An American Girl; set in Cincinnati at the height of the Great Depression where a resourceful young girl helps her mother run a boardinghouse after her father loses his job; starring Abigail Breslin.
BREED: Basset Hound   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Greyfriars Bobby 
Auld Jock's loyal dog in the book and the movie Greyfriars Bobby; about a dog who follows a farm worker who ultimately dies in poverty and is buried in Greyfriar's Kirkyard. Bobby returns to his grave every night; based on the book by Eleanor Atkinson.
BREED: Skye Terrier   YEARS: Book: 1912. Movies: 1961, 2005.

Grimm 
A talking dog owned by Mother Goose in the comic strip Mother Goose and Grimm which includes both one-day gags and week-long storylines involving the main characters; created by Mike Peters.
BREED: Bull Terrier   YEARS: Comic strip: 1984- now.

Gromit  (Comic )   
Wallace's companion in the comic strip and several animated movies (claymation) about Wallace and Gromit; an absent-minded inventor and his companion, an anthropomorphic intelligent dog; created by Nick Park. The first full-length movie in 2005 was The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. The comic strip appeared daily in the The Sun and then a series of collection books.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movies: 1989, 1993; 1995; 2005, 2008. Comic strip: 2010-2013.

Gumbo 
The family dog in the comic strip Adam@home; about a stay-at-home consultant and his family; created by Brian Basset, (1984-2009); continued by Rob Harrell (2009-present). The dog was added to the strip in October, 2012.
BREED: Mixed breed shepherd/retriever  YEARS: Comic strip: 1984- now

Gus 
Russel's dog in the Canadian animated TV series King; about a boy who finds a portal under his bed leading to an alternate universe called Under. Also aired in the United Kingdom.
BREED: West Highland White Terrier (Westie)  YEARS: TV series: 2003-2007.

Gus 
Grace's dog in the TV series Saving Grace; about a jaded Oklahoma City police detective when an angel gives her the chance to redeem her life; starring Holly Hunter.
BREED: American Bulldog   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2010.

Hachiko  (2009 movie )   (Also known as Hachi)
A Japanese dog remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner and in the children's book Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog; written by Pamela S. Turner; and in the movie (2009). (More about Hachiko.)
BREED: Akita   YEARS: Dog: 1923-1935. Book: 2004. Movies: 1987, 2009.

Hacker T. Dog 
One of the presenters on British TV, Hacker T. Dog, normally portrayed as being in the CBBC Office with his best friend Iain Stirling. (More about Hacker T. Dog.)
BREED: Border Terrier (Actually a puppet)  YEARS: TV series: 2009- now.

Hamlet 
Jim's dog in the movie Head Over Heels; about a woman who thinks she has witnessed the man of her dreams committing a cold blooded crime; starring Monica Potter and Freddie Prinze, Jr.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Hank the Cowdog 
The self-styled "Head of Ranch Security" in the book series about Hank the Cowdog; about the proud but bumbling Hank; written by John R. Erickson.
BREED: Mixed breed  (pure-bred cowdog)  YEARS: Book: 1982-2009.

Happie 
Daddy's dog who narrates the Japanese comic (manga) Stargazing Dog; about a divorced and homeless man and his dog on the road; written by Takashi Murakami.
BREED: Akita   YEARS: Comic: 2008-2009.

Happy 
The family dog in the TV series 7th Heaven; about a minister father, stay-at-home mother and their seven children; starring Stephen Collins and Catherine Hicks.
BREED: Terrier mix  YEARS: TV series: 1996-2006.

Happy Walter Higginbottom 
Bessie's companion in the animated TV series The Mighty B!; about an ambitious girlscout who believes she will become a superhero if she collects every Honeybee badge; co-created by Amy Poehler, Cynthia True and Erik Wiese for Nickelodeon.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2008-2011.

Harrie 
Joop's dog in the Dutch comic strip Joop Klepzeiker; about a gullible idiot and eternal loser; drawn by cartoonist Eric Schreurs
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1982-199, 1993-2003.

Harry  (Comic book annual )   
Wullie's dog in the Scottish comic strip Oor Wullie; about a boy and his friends whose adventures often involve unrealistic get-rich-quick schemes that lead to mischief; created by R. D. Low and drawn by cartoonist Dudley D. Watkins until 1969; then by others.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip:1936-1969, 1989-1997, 2005- now.

Harry 
Stanley's dog in the children's animated TV series Stanley; about a boy who learns how to deal with difficult situations; created by Jim Jinkins.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2004.

Hot Dog  (TV )   
Jughead's dog in the comics Archie; a long running series about teenage friends (the dog first appeared in 1968); created by publisher/editor John L. Goldwater. Also an animated TV series The Archie Show"
BREED: Old English Sheepdog   YEARS: Comics: 1968- now. TV animation: 1968-1969.

Howard Huge 
A family dog in the comic strip Howard Huge; about a dog who, by his very size, gets in the way of his family... and sometimes himself; created by Bill Hoerst and now written by Bunny Hoerst. (Image reprinted courtesy of Bunny Hoest.)
BREED: St. Bernard   YEARS: Comic strip: 1981- now.

Hoze Hounds  (Including dogs Hozer, Squirt, Steamer, Fontaine, Crystal and Brooke)
Six fire dogs in the Canadian animated TV series Hoze Houndz; about the misadventures of a fire-fighting team.
BREED: Dalmatian   YEARS: TV series: 1999- now.

Hubble 
An intergalactic pilot in the movie Good Boy!; about a alien dog visiting Earth to verify that dogs don't control the planet; starring Matthew Broderick.... (Also in the movie are Poodle Barbara Ann, Boxer Wilson, Italian Greyhound Nelly, Bernese Mountain Dog Shep.)
BREED: Border Terrier   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Hubert  (See also Beatrice, Miss Agness, Winky, and Rhapsody in White)
Harlan Pepper's dog in the movie Best in Show; about five dogs and their owners at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show held in Philadelphia.
BREED: Bloodhound   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Hundley 
A dachshund who lives in Ted's apartment in the animated movie Curious George; about an oddball museum employee who looks after his pet monkey; written by Hans Augusto Rey and Margret Rey.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Ivana 
Pet dog of The Tipton Hotel ditzy heiress in the TV series The Suite Life of Zack & Cody; about trouble-making twins who live at the Tipton Hotel; shown on the Disney Channel.
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2008.

Jack 
Logan's dog in the book The Last Dog on Earth; about a boy and a dog in a world threatened by an incurable disease spreading across the nation; written by Daniel Ehrenhaft.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Book: 2003.

Jack 
The dog that Alex and Kate share in the movie The Lake House; about two strangers who fall in love but are living in a different time; starring Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves.
BREED: Portuguese Podengo   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Jackyl 
Nelson's cannabis-loving dog in the movie Dude Where's My Car?; about two potheads who wake up from a night of partying and can't remember where they parked their car; starring Ashton Kutcher and Seann William Scott.
BREED: Chihuahua mix  YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Jason 
In advertisements for Hush Puppies, a brand of casual shoes by Wolverine Worldwide.
BREED: Basset Hound   YEARS: Ads: since 1985- now. Dog: 1979-1990.

Jelly Roll 
The kids' dog in the Canadian children's animated TV series Jibber Jabber; about fraternal twins who have very active imaginations and share the same vision of their adventures.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2007.

Jenna  (See also Balto)
Balto's love interest in the animated movie Balto; based on a true story. (Also appearing are dogs Steele, Kaltag, Star, Nikki, Dixie, and Sylvie. Sequels include Balto II and Balto III.)
BREED: Siberian Husky   YEARS: Movies: 1995, 2002, 2004.

Jerry Lee 
A police dog in the movie K9; about a mischievous drug-sniffy dog.... Sequels include K-911 in 1999 and K-9: P.I. in 2002; starring Jim Belushi.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 1989, 1999, 2002.

Jim 
A dog left at the staion in the movie for TV (British) Station Jim; about a station master and orphans who fight bad guys who threaten dognapping and assassin, with the help of the dog.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Jip  (Book )   (showing 1935 movie image)
Dog of David's first wife, Dora, in the movies and TV series based on the book David Copperfield; about the life of English chap in the early 19th century; written by Charles Dickens.
BREED: Unkown (Spaniel in the book)  YEARS: Book: 1850. Movies: 1911, 1913, 1922, 1935, 1969, 1993, 2000. TV series: 1966, 1974, 1986.

Jock  (See also Fred)
Fred's companion in the comic strip Fred Bassett; created by Scottish cartoonist Alex Graham. (Also occasionally in the strip are dogs Yorky and Fifi.)
BREED: Scottish Terrier   YEARS: Comic strip: 1963- now.

Jollop 
Engie's dog in the British children's animated TV series Engie Benjy; about a boy and his dog who save the day with their extra special fixing skills; developed by Granada plc.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2002-2004.

Jump 
Kel's pet in the fantasy book Protector of the Small; the second of the quartet Protector of the Small, about a girl page who must prove herself on her way to becoming a knight; by Tamora Pierce
BREED: Unknown   YEARS: Book: 2000-2002.

Junkyard 
The dog the kids befriend in the movie Race to Witch Mountain; about a Las Vegas cabbie who enlists the help of a UFO expert to protect two kids with paranormal powers from an evil organization; starring Dwayne Johnson.
BREED: Labrador Retriever mix  YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Kemlo  ("Hyperdog" Caesar, Sergeant)
A intelligent talking dog in a robotic exoskeleton in the comic book series Top 10; about the people of Neopolis, a city in where everyone has super powers; published by America's Best Comics.
BREED: Doberman Pinscher   YEARS: Comic book series: 1999-2001.

Kewpie 
The family dog in the comic strip Born Loser; about a guy who can't get any breaks; created by Art Sansom and continued by his son Chip Sansom.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1965- now.

Khyi Yang Po  (Also called Shaggy)
The dog that bites Dave transforming him into a dog in the movie The Shaggy Dog; about a deputy district attorney who changes into a dog when excited, then back again when calm; starring Tim Allen. (See Chiffon for the 1959 movie. In the 1994 remake for the Disney Family Movies series, the dog is named Bundles.)
BREED: Bearded Collie   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Kipper  (See also Tiger)
The main character in a series of books and in the animated TV series Kipper; about a mischievous and funny dog and his friends; written by Mick Inkpen. (More about Kipper.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book series: 1992-2008. TV series: 1999-2001.

Kiwi 
Ulrich's dog in the French animated TV series Code Lyoko; about a group of teenagers who travel to the virtual world of Lyoko
BREED: Bull terrier probably  YEARS: TV series: 2004-2007.

Koko  (Another )   (See also Sakura)
One of the family dogs in the comic strip The Other Coast which satirizes life in the 21st century features environmental and animal rights issues; written by Adrian Raeside.
BREED: Border Collie   YEARS: Comic strip: 2001- now.

Kreeg 
Arwyn's dog in the comic book series Sojourn; about a woman, her dog and a one-eyed man who travel throughout the planet Quin looking for 5 shards of a magic arrow.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Comics: 2001-2004.

Krypto 
Superman's dog in the various comic books starring Superman; published by DC comics. (More about Krypto.)
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Comics: 1955- now. TV appearances: 1966-now. Movies: 2010, 2018, 2022.

Krypto the Superdog  (See also Brainy Barker, Drooly and Mammoth Mutt)
Kevin's companion in the animated TV series and comic book series, and 2022 animated movie, DC League of Super-Pets. Krypto the Superdog; about a dog from Superman's planet living on Earth as the pet of a 9 year old boy; by DC Comics and Warner Bros. Animation. (Also in the series are dogs Ace the Bathound, Bulldog, Paw Pooch, Tail Terrier, Tusky Husky, Hot Dog.)
BREED: Generic big dog   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2006. Comics: 2005-2006. Movie: 2022.

Lenny 
A talking dog in the movie Lenny the Wonder Dog; about a mutt whose implanted microchip gives him special powers as he and a young boy go on a quest to save the world.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Leonard 
Gwen's dog in the movie Ghost Town; about a dentist whose short-lived death allows him to see dead people, among them a man who wants to stop the wedding of his widow; starring Ricky Gervais and Téa Leoni.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Movie: 2008

Lester 
The Lindsay family dog in the movie Halloween; about a killer who gets out of a sanitarium to pursue is life's work; starring Malcolm McDowell; a remake of the 1978 thriller.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Levi 
Sue's service hearing dog in the TV series Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye; about a deaf woman whose talent for reading lips helps crack crimes and bag the bad guys for the FBI.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 2002-2005

Liberty and Moocher  (Another )   
The President's dog and its look-alike in the movie for TV The Pooch and the Pauper ; about a snobby dog in the White House whose friendly look-alike accidently takes his place and brings a different spirit to the place; starring Fred Willard.
BREED: Bulldog American   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Little Dog 
In the comic strip Little Dog Lost; about a dog that finds the adventure of the open road is addictive; by Steve Boreman.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2007-2016.

Lloyd 
Mrs. Henderson's pet Pug dog in the movie Norbit; about a mild-mannered guy who is engaged to a monstrous woman and meets the woman of his dreams; starring Eddie Murphy.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Lockjaw 
An alien bulldog-like being in the comic series Fantastic Four; about super-powers on steroids. (More about Lockjaw.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Comic series: 1965- now.

Lomax 
A music loving pooch in the animated TV series Lomax, the Hound of Music; about a good-natured puppet pooch, his feline sidekick, and their human companion on a tune-filled train ride; created by Christopher Cerf, Norman Stiles and Louise Gikow.
BREED: Generic hound   YEARS: TV series: 2008.

Lorelei 
Paul's dog in the book The Dogs of Babel; about a man who tries to come to terms with his wife's death, witnessed only by the dog; written by Carolyn Parkhurst. (Book title is Lorelei's Secret in the United Kingdom.)
BREED: Rhodesian Ridgeback   YEARS: Book: 2003.

Lotje 
Family pet in the Dutch comic strip Jack, Jacky and the Juniors ((Jan Jans en de Kinderen); about a family's situations; originally created by Jan Kraus.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: Comic strip: 1970- now.

Lou  (See also Butch)
The Brody family dog in the movie Cats & Dogs; about the top-secret high-tech espionage war going on between cats and dogs; starring Jeff Goldblum and Elizabeth Perkins. (Also in the movie are Saluki Ivy, Chinese Crested dog Peek, Old English Sheepdog Sam, and Bloodhound Buddy.)
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Louie 
Captain Crow's pet in comic strip Overboard; about pirates anachronistically placed in modern times; created by Chip Dunham.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1990- now.

Loula 
Pocoyo's companion in the Spanish children's animated TV series Pocoyo; about a young boy dressed in blue who is full of curiosity; created by Guillermo García Carsí, Luis Gallego and David Cantolla.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2005 2007.

Lucky 
Barton's dog in the comic book series Hawkeye; about a superhero archer in many adventures with the Avengers.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1964- now.

Lucky 
The Doctor's dog in the movie Dr. Dolittle and sequels, about a doctor who discovers he can talk to animals; starred Eddie Murphy; based loosely on the children's book written by Hugh Lofting. (In the 1967 movie and the animated TV series (1970), the dog's name is Jip.)
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movies: 1967, 1998, 2001, 2006. TV series: 1970-1971.

Lucky 
The dog in the movie for TV Doggie Tails, Vol. 1: Lucky's First Sleep Over about a dog who spends a night in the dog kennel, making new doggie friends and learning to use her imagination. (Also in the movie is dog Patches.)
BREED: Havanese (probably)  YEARS: Movie 2003.

Lucy 
Wendy's dog in the movie Wendy and Lucy; about a woman who not only is down on her luck, but she also loses her dog; starring Michelle Williams.
BREED: Labrador Retriever mix  YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Magenta  (See also Blue)
Blue's best friend in the animated TV series Blue Clues; a program intended to get preschoolers to learn through active participation in activities grounded in their everyday lives; on Nickleodeon.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2002.

Mammoth Mutt  (MM inflated )   (See also Kryto the Superdog, Drooly and Brainy Barker)
A dog that can inflate her body enormously in the comic book series and the animated TV series Krypto the Superdog; about a dog from Superman's planet living on Earth as the pet of a 9 year old boy. (Also in the series are dogs Ace the Bathound, Bulldog, Paw Pooch, Tail Terrier, Tusky Husky, Hot Dog.)
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2006. Comics: 2005-2006.

Marley  (Children's book )   
The Grogan family dog in the movie and the book Marley and Me; about a man and and his family's life during the thirteen years that they lived with their dog; written by John Grogan. Also, a series of illustrated children books, the first of which was Marley's Big Adventure.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Book: 2005. Movie: 2008. Children's book: 2009. Dog: 1991-2003.

Marlowe 
Robby's dog in the movie Cop Dog; about a boy and his dad's dog who set out to solve the death of the young boy's father.
BREED: Husky mix  YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Marmaduke  (Live-action )   
The Winslow family dog in the comic strip and in the animated movie Marmaduke; about a big dog that gets into loads of trouble; comic by Brad Anderson. (Also in the movie are dogs Bosco, Giuseppe, Jezebel, Mazie, Thunder, Lightning, and Raisin.)
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: Comic strip: 1954- now. Movie: 2010, 2022.

Martha  (See also Skits)
Helen's talking dog in the book and animated TV series Martha Speaks; about a girl who feeds her dog alphabet soup that travels to the dog's brain; on PBS based on the 1992 book by Susam Meddaough.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1992. TV series: 2008-2014.

Max 
The Grinch's dog in the animated movie How the Grinch Stole Christmas; about the residents of Whoville preparing to celebrate Christmas; based upon the book by Dr. Seuss; starring the voice of Jim Carrey.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Max 
Lola's pet in the comic strip Lola; about a widow who, having moved in with her son and his family, reveals her independence and love of life; created by Todd Clark.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2000- now.

Max 
The Hatley pet in the comic strip Ben, about a recent retiree from Oshawa, Ontario, and his family.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Comic strip: 2009- now.

McDuff 
Fred and Lucy's adopted dog in the children's book series McDuff; a series of illustrated books about a puppy who finds a home and the various adventures afterwards; created by Rosemary Wells (with later coauthor Susan Jeffers.)
BREED: West Highland Terrier   YEARS: Book: 1997-2005.

Merle 
Ted's dog in the book Merle's Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog; about the relationship between a man and a dog and how they learn from each other; by Ted Kerasote.
BREED: Labrador Retriever mix  YEARS: Book: 2008.

Merlin 
A mischievous puppy in the Australian animated TV series (stop-motion) and children's book series Merlin the Magical Puppy; whose make-believe and playful dreams become a reality thanks to his magical red collar; by Keith Littler. (Also his playmate, dog Kizzie.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Book: 2001. TV series: 2001-2009.

Metal 
A meditating dog in the Chinese comic book Tibetan Rock Dog; about a orphan dog who grows up in a Buddhist temple after his parents and siblings die protecting a peasant family; by Zheng Jun famous Chinese rock star.
BREED: Tibetan Mastiff   YEARS: Comics: 2009.

Mike 
Ginger Meggs' dog in the Australian comic strip Ginger Meggs; about the escapades of a red-haired young boy; created by Jimmy Bancks and drawn by several cartoonist over the years. The strip remains the most widely syndicated Australian comic strip.
BREED: generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1921-2023. Movie: 1982.

Miles 
Dog host of KFUR radio station in the comic strip Farley (first named Travels with Farley); a satirical look at life in the San Francisco Bay Area with a reporter for a city newspaper as the title character; created by Phil Frank.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic Strip: 1975-2007.

Minus 
Poko's dog in the Canadian children's animated TV series Poko; about a young boy with a magic finger, his pet dog and his toy monkey; by Halifax Film.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2003- now.

Miss Agnes  (See also Beatrice, Winky, Hubert, and Rhapsody in White)
Scott Donlan and Stefan Vanderhoof's dog in the movie Best of Show; about five dogs and their owners at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show held in Philadelphia.
BREED: Shih Tzu   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Monroe 
Juniper Lee's pet dog in the animated TV series The Life and Times of Juniper Lee, also known as Juniper Lees; about a magically enhanced preteen girl living in two worlds; created by Judd Winick.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2007.

Mortimer 
The Cobb family dog in the comic strip Jump Start; about an average middle class couple, busy with work and raising a family revealing the humor of daily life; created by Robb Armstrong.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Comic strip: 1989- now

Mosé 
An antagonist in the Italian comic book series Lupo Alberto; about a blue wolf whose antics are usually foiled by a sheepdog; created by Guido Silvestri.
BREED: Old English Sheepdog   YEARS: Comic books: 1974- now.

Moses 
Chuck's dog in the movie Dogville; about a woman hiding from mobsters who arrives in the small town and is provided refuge in return for physical labor; starring Nicole Kidman, narrated by John Hurt. (The dog exists only as a chalk outline until the final scene.)
BREED: Unknown   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Moses 
The Focker's dog in the movie Meet the Fockers; about a couple who decide to meet each others family.
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Mother Teresa 
Sarah's brother's dog in the movie Must Like Dogs; about a teacher who looks in the personals ads for a change of pace and a relationship; based on the book written by Claire Cook; starring Diane Lane and John Cusak.
BREED: Newfoundland   YEARS: Book: 2003. Movie: 2005.

Mouse 
Harry's extraordinary dog in the series of novels The Dresden Files first appearing in the book Blood Rites; about the world's only "consulting wizard" who accepts supernatural cases from both human and non-human clients; written by Jim Butcher.
BREED: Tibetan Mastiff probably  YEARS: Book: 2004-2014.

Mr. Beefy 
In the movie Little Nicky; about which of Satan's three sons will succeed their father as ruler of Hell; starring Adam Sandler, Patricia Arquette and Harvey Keitel.
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Mr. Weenie  (Group )   (See also Fifi, Roberto, Rufus, and Charlene.)
The deuteragonist in the animated movie Open Season 2; about a rag-tag army of animals against the hunters.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Muffin 
Miss Crock's dog in the movie Screwed; about a chauffeur who kidnaps his rich boss's dog to hold it for ransom, but the plan goes awry.
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Mutt Potter 
An unfortunate character in the animated movie Tom Sawyer; a variation on Mark Twain's story, The Advenures of Tom Sawyer. The dog stands in for Muff Potter, a drunken fisherman; from MGM Animation.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Nabuko Donosor 
Urbanus' dog in the Flemish comic strip Urbanus; loosely based on Flemish comedian and singer Urbanus who portrayed as an eleven to twelve-year old version of himself despite his full-grown beard.
BREED: Alien dog but treated like a regular dog  YEARS: Comic strip: 1982- 2022.

Ned 
The dog that bit Walter's hand in the movie (Australian) The Number 23; about a man who becomes obsessed with a book that he believes was written about him; starring Jim Carrey.
BREED: Bulldog, American   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Nero 
Carmen's pet in the humorousTV series Flemish TV series F.C. De Kampioenen; about a fictional football (soccer) team who regularly visit the club canteen before or after training or a match.
BREED: Yorkshire Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1990-2011.

Nevins 
The Waldens' pet dog in the movie The Cat in the Hat; about two bored kids whose life is turned up-side-down when a talking cat comes to visit them; starring Mike Myers.
BREED: Terrier mix   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Newshounds  (Including Kevin, Rochelle, Sam, Renata, and Wolfram)
The staff of news broadcasting company, KPET in the web comic strip Newshounds; drawn and written by Thomas K. Dye and hosted by online comics syndicate Keenspot.
BREED: Golden Retriever Cocker Spaniel, Collie, Black Labrador, Noregian Elkhound, Malmute  YEARS: Comic strip: 1997- now.

Nosonja 
A character in the Italian comic book Alan Ford; a satirical take on classic secret agents laden with surreal and black humour; created by Max bunker and Robert Raiola.
BREED: Bloodhound   YEARS: Comic book: 1969- now

Nunzio and Stinky 
Dharma's two dogs in the TV series Dharma and Greg; about a married couple--a ditzy woman and an uptight man; starring Jenna Elfman and Thomas Gibson.
BREED: Welsh Corgi Nunzio; Briard mix Stinky  YEARS: TV series: 1997-2003.

Odie  (Another )   
Garfield's canine pigeon in the comic strip Garfield and the movie Garfield: The Movie; about a fun-loving cat and a stupid dog; created by Jim Davis.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1978- now. Movie: 2004.

Old Dan  (See also Little Ann)
One of Billy's dogs in the children's book and the movie Where the Red Fern Grows; about a boy and his quest for his own red-bone hound hunting dogs; written by Wilson Rawls. Also in the movie Where the Red Fern Grows.
BREED: Redbone Coonhound   YEARS: Book: 1961. Movie: 1974, 2003.

Old Drum 
Charlie's dog in the movie The Trial of Old Drum; about an orphan dog that becomes a boy's best friend and is then forced to stand trial for killing a neighbor's sheep.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Oscar 
Larry's dog in the TV series Curb Your Enthusiasm; about daily situations encountered by a writer of TV shows; starring Larry David.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: TV series: 2000-.

Otis 
Tim's dog in the movie Son of the Mask; about a man who finds himself in a predicament when his dog stumbles upon the mask of Loki.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Otto 
In the comic strip Beetle Bailey; about the inept American soldiers stationed at Camp Swampy; created by Mort Walker.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1950- now.

Pajamas 
Echo's lazy dog in the comic strip Tumbleweeds; a satirical look the Old West with the main character a laconic cowpoke who has no real ambition to do anything; created by writer-artist Tom K. Ryan.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1965-2007.

Pal  (See also Binky Barnes, and Fren Walters)
In the animated TV series Arthur; an American and Canadian animated educational television series for children created by Cookie Jar Group.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1976- now.

Pal 
The family dog in the TV series (Canadian) Wind at my Back; about a widow her children, their extended family, and friends as they attempt to survive and thrive during the 1930s; starring Shirley Douglas.
BREED: Rough Collie   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2001.

Paul Anka 
Lorelai's dog in the TV series Gilmore Girls; about the talk-filled lives of a mother and her daughter; starring Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel.
BREED: Polish Lowland Sheepdog   YEARS: TV series: 2000-2007.

Paw Patrol  (Including Marshall, Chase, Rocky, Zuma, Rubble, Skye, and Everest)
A children's animated TV series Paw Patrol; about 7 pups each with a unique personality and skills and a tech-savvy boy working together on rescue missions to protect their city.
BREED: Various   YEARS: TV series: 2003- now.

Pearl 
Beryl's dog in the comic strip Beryl the Perl; about a mischievous but also fun-loving and clumsy woman; created by David Law.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1953-2012.

Pekkie  (See also Fifi and Tobias)
Jommeke's friend's black dog in the Flemish comic strip Jommeke; about a young boy who lives with his parents and loves adventure; created by Jef Nys.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: Comic strip: 1955- now

Pencil  (See also Valentine)
Peggy's first dog in the movie Year of the Dog; about a secretary whose life changes in unexpected ways after her dog dies; starring Molly Shannon.
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Petula  (Movie )   
Molly's cute and lovable pet in the series of children's books Molly Moon; about a young girl who discovers she has many unusual powers; by Georgia Byng. Also as the movie Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism starring Raffey Cassidy.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: Book: 2002. Movie: 2015.

Picpak 
A pink dog married to a blue cat webcomic strip Picpak Dog; about a dog who loves meeting people, watching TV, and sleeping; by Kim Belding.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2007- now

Pigger  (See also Samson)
One of Sharon's pets in the Canadian animated TV series Braceface; about a junior high school student with braces that get in her way of leading a normal teenage life.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2004.

Pilot 
Mr. Rochester's dog in the TV series (British) Jane Eyre; about a young governess who falls in love with her brooding and complex master; based upon the book by Charlotte Bronte. In the book the dog is a Newfoundland; in other films other kinds of dogs.
BREED: Landseer Newfoundland (Irish Wolfhound in some portrayals)  YEARS: Book: 1847. TV series: 2006. Movies: 1914-2011.

Pilot 
The Lowry family dog in the movies The Retrievers; about a mother dog who tries to retriever her puppies that were given away at birth. (Also in the movie are the pups Chewy, Bandit, Georgia, Mr. Dumas, Wanderer and Milk Shake.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Pinky 
Isabella's dog in the animated TV series Phineas and Ferb; about two step-brothers who find inventive things to do on each day of their summer vacation; produced by Disney Television Animation.
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: TV series: 2007-.

Pluto  (See also Fifi)
Cartoon dog in the animated movies and several animated TV series appearing as the pet of Mickey Mouse; by Walt Disney. (More about Pluto.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movies: 1931- now. TV series: 1999- now.

Poe 
The Gaskill's dog in the movie Wonder Boys; about an English Professor who tries to deal with the various problems that his friends and associates involve him in; starring Michael Douglas and Tobey Maguire.
BREED: Pit Bull Terrier, American   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Polgas 
Sungcals' anthropomorphic family dog in the Filipino comic strip Pugad Baboy; featuring the traditional and stereotypical Filipino family life.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1988-2013.

Poncho  (See also Boomer)
Chazz's dog in the comic strip Pooch Cafe; about the humorous antics of a self-serving squirrel-fearing food-obsessed mutt; created by Paul Gilligan. (Also in the comic are dogs Hudson, Droolia, Gus, Beaumont and Poo Poo.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2000- now.

Pongping 
One of Rupert's friends in the British comic strip Rupert Bear; about a bear who lives with his parents in a fictional idyllic English village with several anthropomorphic animals friends; created by Mary Tourtel and since 1935 written by others. (See also Bingo.)
BREED: Pekingese   YEARS: Comic strip: 1920- now

Ponta Koizumi 
In the Japanese comic strip (manga) Guru Guru Pon-chan; about a puppy who turns into a human and falls in love with a girl in his school; created by Satomi Ikezawa.
BREED: Labrador   YEARS: Comic strip: 1998-2000.

Pooch 
A stereotypical cheerful dog in the comic strip and website Sinfest which deals with human nature often in parody; created by Tatsuya Ishida.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 2000- now.

Poochie  (original called Woofy in 1933, then Poochie in 2018)
Nancy's dog in the comic strip Nancy; about a typical and somewhat mischievous eight-year-old girl and her friends; created by Ernie Bushmiller.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1933- now.

Poochini 
In the children's animated TV series Poochini’s Yard; about a dog who runs away from home after its rich owner dies and is eventually adopted by an American family.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2000-2003.

Poppy 
The famiy's annoying, barking dog in the movie Easy Virtue; about a glamorous American widow trying to fit in with her husband's old English manored family; based upon the play by Noël Coward; starring Jessica Biel and Colin Firth.
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Porthos 
Captain Jonathan Archer's pet in the TV series Star Trek Enterprise; about the crew and their adventures on a new space ship that can travel at Warp V in the year 2151.
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2005.

Porthos 
Sir James Matthew Barrie's dog in the movie Finding Neverland; about J.M. Barrie's friendship with a family who inspired him to create Peter Pan; starring Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet.
BREED: Great Pyrenees   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Pouch 
The team'd dog in the TV series Chicago Fire; about the lives of the firefighters and paramedics working at the Chicago Fire Department.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: TV series: 2012.

Prince Terrien  (Referred to as P.T.)
The dog that Jess gave Leslie in the book and the movie Bridge to Terbithia; about a young boy whose life is changed after meeting a new friend; by Katherine Paterson
BREED: Terrier mix   YEARS: Book: 1977. Movie: 2007.

Puddles 
Luann's dog in the comic strip Luann; about a teenager dealing with school and family and friends; created by Greg Evans.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1985- now.

Puff 
The family dog in the animated TV series Proud Family; about a 14 year-old and her wacky family and friends; created by Bruce W. Smith.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2005.

Pup Parade dogs  (Also known as The Bash Street Pups)
In the British comic strip Pup Parade; centred around The Bash Street Kids' dogs and their many adventures; drawn by Gordon Bell and part of the Beano comic enterprise.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1967-2003.

Pupcake 
Strawberry's energetic pup in the animated TV series Strawberry Shortcake; about a little girl and her friends and pets. The Strawberry Shortcake brand began from greeting cards, toys and other merchandise owned by American Greetings.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series appearance: 2004.

Puppy Paws  (See also Santa Paws)
Son of Santa Paws in the movie Santa Buddies; the fourth installment of the Air Buddies spin-off series. (Also in the movie are dogs Budderball, Rosebud, Mudbud, Buddha, and B-Dawg.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Quark 
Wayne's dog in the movie and the TV series Honey I Shrunk the Kids; about an inventor who accidentally shrinks and his neighbor's kids whose voices can only be heard by the dog.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier in the movie, Border Terrier in the TV series  YEARS: Movie: 1989. TV series 1997-2000.

Queequeg 
Agent Scully's dog in the TV series (science fiction) The X Files; about FBI agents investigating weird events.
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: TV series: 1993-2002. Appearance: episodes 53, 60, 70.

Quigley 
The reincarnation of Archie in the movie Quigley; about a guy who dies and comes back as a dog to make up for his mistakes; starring Gary Busey.
BREED: Pomeranian   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Quill 
Mitsuru Watanabe's guide dog in the Japanese movie Quill: The Life of a Guide Dog; about a grumpy old blind man who reluctantly takes on a guide dog; starring Kaoru Kobayashi.
BREED: Labrador Retriever, Yellow   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Rags 
Carter's suicidal dog in the TV series Spin City; about the Deputy-Mayor of New York City and his staff of half-wits who must constantly save the Mayor from embarrassment and the media; originally starring Michael J. Fox.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2002.

Randolph 
Harry's poetry-loving dog in the book A Dog About Town. Like most Manhattan dogs Randolph spends his days sifting through a world of scents and his owner's neuroses; written by J.F. Englert.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Book: 2007.

Rantanplan 
A prison guard dog in the French-Belgian comic book series and the animated TV series Lucky Luke; about a cowboy known to "shoot faster than his shadow"; created by Maurice De Bevere. (More about Rantanplan.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic book appearance: 1960-1987. TV series: 2006.

Red 
Avery's dog in the movie Red; about one man's revenge after his beloved dog dies in an attempted robbery.
BREED: Unknown   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Rex 
A cadaver dog in the TV series (Austrian-made) Inspector Rex; about a team of German policemen and their dog solving crimes. (The Austrian title was Kommissar Rex; the Italian title was Il commissario Rex.)
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: TV series: 1994-2004.

Rex 
Nino's dog in the movie for TV Cybermutt; about a dog that is badly injured during his act of heroism rebuilt with super powers.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2002.

Rhapsody in White  (See also Beatrice, Miss Agness, Hubert, and Winky)
Sherri Ann and Leslie Ward Cabot's dog in the movie Best in Show; about five dogs and their owners at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show held in Philadelphia.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Ricochet 
One of the original Surfing Dogs that started the dog surfing circuit. She also helps people with disabilities through surfing and community outreach; raised and trained by Judy Fridono. Also Ricochet has been the subject of several books and media appearances.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Dog: 2008-?. Book: 2014.

Riff 
A dog who likes to round-up animals in the British animated TV series Tractor Tom; about Tractor Tom and his human animal and vehicle friends at both work and play.
BREED: Australian Shepherd   YEARS: TV series: 2003-2004.

Roberto  (Group )   (See also Mr. Weenie, Fifi, Rufus, and Charlene)
Fifi's companion in the animated movie Open Season 2; about a rag-tag army of animals against the hunters.
BREED: Basset Hound   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Rocket  (also known as Raaket)
Chacha Chaudhary's dog in the Indian comic strip Chacha Chaudhary; about frail, extremely intelligent old man, his wife, a giant called Sabu, and dog in a small Indian village; from Diamond Comics.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1971- now.

Rocket 
In advertisements for The Life is Good Company, a New England-based apparel and accessories wholesaler retailer and lifestyle brand.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Ads: 1994- now.

Rocky 
In the Swedish comic strip Rocky; about on an anthropomorphic dog and his friends in their everyday life in Stockholm; created by Martin Kellerman.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1998- now.

Rodney 
The family dog in the comic strip Trudy; about a homemaker who finds time to manage the house, her husband, their children and pets; create by Jerry Marcus.
BREED: Sheep Dog   YEARS: Comic Strip: 1963-2005.

Roger 
Gerry's dog in the book and the British TV series The Durrells (also known as The Durrells in Corfu on American television); about a English family trying to survive on the Greek island of Corfu in the late 1930s; based on Gerald Durrell's three autobiographical books. The story was also told in a 2005 TV film, My Family and Other Animals.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Books: 1956, 1969, 1978. TV film: 2005. TV series: 2016.

Roly  (See also Terence, Wellard, and Willy)
Sharon's dog in the TV series (British) EastEnders; about the people of a fictional Victorian square in a fictional London Borough. (More about Roly.)
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: TV series: 1985- now.

Roscoe 
Earl and Opal's dog in the comic strip Pickles; about a retired couple in their seventies; created by Brian Crane.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1990- now.

Rover 
Red's loyal companion in the comic strip Red and Rover; about a boy and his dog; created by Brian Basset.
BREED: Labrador Retriever (mostly)  YEARS: Comic strip: 2000- now.

Rowlf the Dog  (See also Muppy and Baskerville)
In several animated movies and the puppet TV series The Muppet Show; a puppet dog originally created by Jim Henson for advertisements for Purina Dog Chow. Also on The Jimmy Dean Show and Sesame Street. (More about Rowlf. Also in the show was Miss Piggy's dog Foo-Foo.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Ads: 1962. Movies: 1979, 2011. The Jimmy Dean Show: 1963-1966. TV series: 1976-1981, 2015.

Roy 
Ricky's dog in the animated TV series Ricky Sprocket: Showbiz Boy; about the world's biggest child film star who doesn't let celebrity fame go to his head.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2009.

Ruff Ruffman 
Host in the animated TV game show FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman on PBS during the PBS Kids GO! block of educational programming; created by Kate Taylor.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2006-2010.

Rufferto 
Groo's inseparable companion in the comic book series Groo the Wanderer; about an incompetent large-nosed barbarian and his faithful dog; created by Sergio Aragonés.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic books: 1981- now.

Ruffy 
A energetic puppy in the British Children's animated TV series Timmy Time; about a boy and his friends who have to learn to share, make friends and accept their mistakes; a spin-off from the Shaun the Sheep; created by Aardman Animations.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2009-2012.

Rufus  (Group )   (See also Mr. Weeni, Roberto, Fifi, and Charlene)
Charlene's boyfriend in the animated movie Open Season 2; about a rag-tag army of animals against the hunters.
BREED: Fox Terrier Wired   YEARS: Movie: 2006.

Rump 
The squad's pet in the animated TV series DinoSquad; about five teenagers who have the power to turn into a dinosaurs using this power to fight a villain.
BREED: Bull Terrier   YEARS: Animated TV series: 2007-2008.

Rusty 
The sheriff and Buck's best friend in the animated movie Home on the Range; about a mismatched trio of dairy cows who must capture an infamous cattle rustler for his bounty; by Walt Disney.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie: 2004.

Sakura  (See also Koko)
One of the family dogs in the comic strip The Other Coast; created by Adrian Raeside.
BREED: Papillon   YEARS: Comic strip: 2001- now.

Sam  (See also Barfly)
The second family dog in the comic strip Family Circus; about a typical American family; created by Bil Keene.
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Comic strip: 1960- now.

Sam  (Of Sam & Max the Freelance Police)
A crime-stopper in comic book series Sam & Max; in the animated TV series The Adventures of Sam & Max: Freelance Police and video games originally created by Steve Purcell. (More about Sam & Max.)
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Comics: 1987- now. TV series: 1997-1998. Video games: 1993-2010.

Sam Jr. 
Sam's dog in the movie Sam Steele and the Junior Detective Agency; about a young boy who forms his own private detective agency to emulate his father.
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Samantha  (or Sam)
In the book and the movie I am Legend; a post-apocalyptic science fiction story with Will Smith as the lead in the movie; written by Francis Lawrence.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 1954. Movie: 2007.

Sammy Davis Jr. Jr. 
A seeing-eye dog in the book and in the movie Everything Is Illuminated; about a Jewish American who tries to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II; by the writer Jonathan Safran Foer.
BREED: Border Collie   YEARS: Book: 2002. Movie: 2005.

Samson 
A talking dog in the TV series for children (Flemish-Belgian) Samson en Gert; a show characterized by a stream of running gags. Also in the movie (Flemish-Belgian) Hotel op Stelten (Madhouse Hotel.)
BREED: Old English Sheepdog   YEARS: TV series: 1989-2008. Movie: 2008.

Samson  (See also Pigger)
One of Sharon's pets in the Canadian animated TV series Braceface; about a junior high school student with braces that get in her way of leading a normal teenage life.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2004.

Sandy  (1982 movie )   
Annie's dog in comics Little Orphan Annie on radio, in the Broadway musical Annie, and in the movies (1982, 1999 and 2014); created by Harold Gray.
BREED: Airedale mix  YEARS: Radio: 1925-1942. Comics: 1925- 2010. Broadway stage: 1977-1983. Movies: 1982, 1999, 2014.

Santa Paws 
A dog that helps people in trouble in the book series Santa Paws; a series of nine books written by Ellen Emerson White under the alias Nicholas Edwards.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 1996-2009.

Santa Paws  (See also Puppy Paws)
Santa's dog in the movie Santa Buddies; the fourth installment of the Air Buddies spin-off series. (Also in the movie are dogs Budderball, Rosebud, Mudbud, Buddha, and B-Dawg.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Santa's Little Helper 
The family dog in the long-running animated TV series The Simpsons; about a disfunctional family and noted for its fast and subtle humor and ridiculous plots; created by Matt Groening.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1989- now.

Sapphie 
Aoi's pet in the Japanese animated TV series and comic strip Jewelpet; about the magical world of Jewel Land where three magicians turned the Jewelpets into Jewel Charms.
BREED: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel   YEARS: Comics: 2009. Animated TV series:2009-2013.

Satchel 
One of Rob's pets in the comic strip Get Fuzzy; about the adventures of an ad executive and his anthropomorphic dog and cat; created by Darby Conley.
BREED: Mixed breed. Father was Labrador Retriever, his mother a Shar-Pei  YEARS: Comic strip: 1999- now.

Scamp  (Comic )   (See also Lady, Tramp, Jock, and Trusty)
In the comic strip, then in the animated movie Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure. Originally the pup had his own comic strip and comic books beginning in the 1950s, then later showed up as the son of Lady and Tramp in the movie. (Also in the film are dogs Annette, Danielle, Colette, Buster, Ruby, Scratchy, Sparky, Francois, and Mitch.)
BREED: Cocker Spaniel mix  YEARS: Comic strip: 1955-1988. Movie: 2001.

Schotzie 
Kitty and Red's dog in the TV series That '70s Show; about the lives of a group of teenage friends dealing with the social issues of the 1970s such as feminism and sexual attitudes.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2006.

Scooby-Doo  (Another )   (Formerly called Too Much)
Lifelong companion of Shaggy Rogers in the animated TV series Scooby-Doo Where Are You; about a big dog and several teenage humans; a Hanna Barbera production, originally created by Joe Ruby and Ken Spears.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: TV series: 1969-1991, 2001- now. Live-action movie:2002, 2004. Animated movie: 2020.

Scout 
The firehouse dog in the children's books and the British animated TV series for children Finley the Fire Engine; about talking vehicles in a fictional town called Friendlyville; produced by Balley Beg animation studios.
BREED: Dalmatian   YEARS: TV series: 2006- 2014.

Scrappy-Doo  (Another )   
The nephew of cartoon star Scooby-Doo in the animated TV series Scooby-Doo; about a big dog and several teenage humans; a Hanna Barbera production, originally created by Joe Ruby and Ken Spears.
BREED: Great Dane   YEARS: TV series: 1979-2011.

Scraps 
Victor's dog in the animated movie Corpse Bride; about a young man who is taken to the underworld and wed to a mysterious corpse while his real bride waits in the real world; a Tim Burton movie.
BREED: Skeleton Dog   YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Scruff 
Peter's dog in the animated TV series Scruff; about a curious puppy living on a farm. Originally a Catalan and Spanish series created by Josep Vallverdú.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2000-2003.

Scruff 
The princess's dog in the animated TV series Little Princess; about a little girl and her discovery of the world; based upon the series of books by Tony Ross.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2006-2011.

Scuppers 
A dog who goes to sea and gets shipwrecked in the book Scuppers The Sailor Dog; written by Margaret Wise Brown.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1953 reprinted in 2001.

Sensation  (Another )   
Representative dog image for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. A dog named Don which had won bench championships in England in 1875 and 1876, became the symbolic image for the Kennel Club because of the 1935 steel engraving of “Sensation” by artist J. Wellstood. From 1980-1982, a head study of the dog gained popularity. (More about Sensation.)
BREED: Pointer   YEARS: Dog: 1870s. In Kennel catalog: 1936- now.

Seymour 
Fry's 20th century dog in the animated TV series Futurama; about a 20th century pizza delivery boy who finds himself in the 31st century; created by Matt Groening.
BREED: Border Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2003.

Shadow 
Trobar's dog in the book series The Sorcerer in the North; about two young adventurers in a fantasy world; written by John Flanagan.
BREED: Border Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 2006.

Shagg E. Dawg 
In the comic strip Ask Shagg where a dog answers questions about animals that are sent in by readers; created by cartoonist Peter Guren.
BREED: Generic shaggy dog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1980-2020.

Shasta  (Group )   
Adam's sled dog in the movie Snow Buddies; about young pups who accidentally get shipped to Alaska in an ice-cream truck. (Also in the movies are dogs B. Dawg, Budderball, Buddha, Mudbud, Rosebud, and Talon.)
BREED: Siberian Husky (the other dogs are Golden Retrievers)  YEARS: Movies: 2008.

Shelby 
A super dog who lost his super powers in the TV series Smallville; about the early years of Superman; starring Tom Welling.
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 2001-2011.

Shep 
Bailey's ranch dog in the animated TV series Horseland; about a group of young children at a riding school; created by Andy Heyward and developed by DIC Entertainment.
BREED: Collie Rough   YEARS: TV series: 2006-2009.

Shiloh 
Marty's dog in the movie Shiloh and its sequels Shiloh Season and Saving Shiloh; about the adventures of a boy and his dog; starring Michael Moriarty and Blake Heron; based on the books by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor.
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 1997, 1999, 2006. Book: 1991

Sieg and Kleine 
Slim and Clovia's dogs in the comic strip Gasoline Alley; about an established family, and residents in the town of Gasoline Alley; created by Frank King. It is the longest-running current comic strip, second after The Katzenjammer Kids
BREED: Great Dane and Doberman Doberman  YEARS: Comic strip: 1918- now.

Skip 
Willie's childhood dog in the movie and book My Dog Skip; about a boy and his dog in a small sleepy Southern town; an autobiographical story by Willie Morris.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: Book: 1995. Movie: 2000.

Skits  (See also Martha)
Helen's second dog in the book and animated TV series Martha Speaks; about a girl who feeds her dog alphabet soup that travels to the dog's brain; on PBS based on the 1992 book by Susam Meddaough.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 1992. TV series: 2008- 2014.

Smedey 
Adversary to Chilly Willy in the animated movie Chilly Willy; about a penguin and friends living in Alaska; created by Paul J. Smith for the Walter Lantz studio.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Animated series: 1953-2002.

Smirnov 
Police commissioner and friend of Blacksad in the comic series Blacksad; a black cat investigator solving crimes in an anthropomorphic world; created by Juan Diaz Canales and Juanjo Guarnido.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Comic series: 2000- now

Snert 
Hagar's dog in comic strip Hagar the Horrible; about a shaggy scruffy overweight red-bearded Viking who regularly raids England; created by Dik Browne and now drawn by his son Chris Browne.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1973- now.

Snoopy  (See also Spike)
Charlie Brown's dog in comic strip Peanuts and in animated TV specials such as I want a Dog for Christmas by Charles Schulz. (More about Snoopy.)
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Comic strip: 1950- now. TV specials: 1965-2011. Movies: 1969, 1972, 1977, 1980.

Snowdogs  (Including Demon, Diesel, Duchess, Mac, Nana, Scooper, Sniff, and Yodel)
Dr. Brooks' dogs in the movie Snow Dogs; about a dentist who inherits a team of sled dogs and has to learn the sled-trade or lose his pack to a crusty mountain man; starring Cuba Gooding.
BREED: Siberian Huskies except for Nana, a Border Collie  YEARS: Movie: 2002.

Snowplow 
The leader of the group in the animated movie Nine Dog Christmas; about nine homeless canines who take the place of Santa's sick reindeer. (Also in the movie are dogs Q-T, Frenchie, Tank, McGregor, Chester, Fetch and Cheech.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Movie:2004.

Snuppy 
The first cloned dog, born in Korea thanks to researchers led by biomedical scientist Hwang Woo-Suk.... (More about Snuppy)
BREED: Afghan Hound   YEARS: Dog: 2005-2008.

Sophie 
Doug's canine friend in the comic strip Dog eat Doug; about a dog and a baby in a love-hate relationship; created by Brian Anderson.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Comic strip: 2004- now.

Sounder  (Also see book version)
The family dog in the movie Sounder and its 1976 sequel and the movie for TV by Disney Sounder; a coming-of-age story of a boy living in the Depression Era of the South; based upon the book by William H. Armstrong but more upbeat.
BREED: Redbone Hound   YEARS: Movies: 1972, 1976. TV movie: 2003.

Sparky 
Stan's dog in the animated TV series South Park; about the bizarre adventures of four boys; created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone. The show is known for crude language and dark humor.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1997- now.

Sparky 
Timmy's talking fairy dog in the animated TV series The Fairly OddParents; about the everyday adventures of Timmy Turner, a boy who is granted two fairy godparents; created by Butch Hartman.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Animated TV series: 2001-2018.

Speedy 
Drew's pet in the TV series The Drew Carey Show; about a guy and his friends in the everyday events of his supposedly normal life; starring Drew Carey. (Also in the series was Mimi's dog, Antonio, a Pug.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 1996-2003.

Spencer 
A wily dog in the comic strip Best in Show; about a dog with a mind of his own; create by Phil Juliano.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Comic strip: 2004-2017.

Spike  (Different coloration )   
The stern but occasionally dumb dog in animated movies Tom and Jerry; by Hanna-Barbera. (More about Spike.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Cartoons: 1942-2008.

Spike  (See also Snoopy)
Snoopy's older brother in the comic strip Peanuts; by Charles Schulz. (More about Spike.)
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: Comic strip: 1950- now.

Spike  (See also Fifi)
Fifi's boyfriend in animated TV series Rugrats; about eight babies as well as two dogs and their day-to-day lives; on Nickelodeon Network.
BREED: Siberian Tiger Hound   YEARS: TV series: 1991-2005.

Spike 
The ship's dog in the animated movie Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas; about the sailor of legend traveling to the end of the world to retrieve the Book of Peace and save the life of a prince; by Dreamworks.
BREED: Bull Mastiff mix  YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Spike 
Kingman's dog in the movie The Game Plan; about football player living the bachelor lifestyle who discovers that he has a 8-year-old daughter.
BREED: English Bulldog   YEARS: Movie : 2007.

Spitsy 
Nate's dog in the comic strip Big Nate; about the adventures of a spirited and rebellious sixth-grader along with his best friends; created by Lincoln Peirce.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1991- now.

Spot  (The HIghlights )   
A wooden dog in the comic strip The Timbertoes; about a wooden family; appearing in 1946 in the children's magazine Highlights for Children; created in 1936 by John Gee Curley.
BREED: Wooden character   YEARS: Comic: 1936- now.

Spot  (Agent 11)
Murdoch's dog in the movie See Spot Run; about a mailman who takes in a stray dog, then learns it's a trained FBI canine escaped from witness protection.
BREED: Bullmastiff   YEARS: Movie: 2001.

Spot the Dog 
The feature puppy in the children's book series Spot the Dog; written by Eric Hill and later a British animated TV series titled Spot.
BREED: Cocker Spaniel   YEARS: Book: series 1980-1996. TV series: 1986-2000.

Spunky 
Rocko's dog in the animated TV series Rocko's Modern Life; about the surreal adventures of an anthropomorphic wallaby and his animal friends and faithful dog; created by Joe Murray. (More about Spunky.)
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2002.

Stella 
Jay's dog in the TV series Modern Family; about a non-traditional extended family dealing with modern suburban life.
BREED: French Bulldog   YEARS: TV series: 2009-.

Stogie 
Andy's dog in the animated TV series Mission Hill (formerly known as The Downtowners,) about a young man who works in an ad agency; created by Bill Oakley and Josh Weinstein;
BREED: Golden Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2002.

Stripe 
Tiger's ever-present mutt in the comic strip Tiger; about a scrappy group of school-aged kids; created by cartoonist Bud Blake.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic stripe: 1965-2003.

Sweetie 
The family dog in the movie Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days; based on the popular illustrated children's book series Diary of a Wimpy Kid; written by author and cartoonist Jeff Kinney.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Book: 2009. Movie: 2012.

Talking Dog 
The girls' dog in the animated TV series The Powderpuff Girls; about three kindergarten-aged girls with superpowers; created by animator Craig McCracken.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2009.

Terence  (See also Roly, Wellard, and Willy)
Janine's dog in the TV series (British) EastEnders; about the people of a fictional Victorian square in a fictional London Borough.
BREED: Lhasa Apso   YEARS: TV series: 1985- now.

The Mighty Celt 
Donal's favorite dog in the movie The Mighty Celt; about a 14-year old boy who works in a greyhound racing kennel, hoping to own one of the dogs.
BREED: Greyhound   YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Thurber 
The Salinger family dog in the TV series Party of Five; about 5 siblings whose parents were killed in an accident and how they cope.
BREED: Bulldog   YEARS: TV series: 1994-2000.

Tige  (Advertising )   
In advertising and in the comic strip Buster Brown; about a mischievous young boy and his dog; created by Richard Felton Outcault and on radio and in the TV series. Adopted as mascot by Brown Shoe Company.
BREED: Pit Bull Terrier   YEARS: Comic strip: 1901-1921. Ads: 1904-now. Radio: 1943-1954. TV series: 1951-1953.

Tiger  (See also Kipper)
Kipper's friend in a series of children's books and in the animated TV series Kipper the Dog; about a mischievous and funny dog and his friends; written by Mick Inkpen.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: series 1992-2008. TV series: 1999-2001.

Timmy  (Animated TV series )   
The childrens' dog in the books, the TV series and animated TV series The Famous Five; a series of children's stories by Enid Blyton and later adapted for British TV in the late 1970s, then in the 1990s, then as an animated series.
BREED: Border Collie in the TV series; mixed breed in the books  YEARS: Book: 1942-1963. TV series: 1978-1979 1995-1997. TV series: 2008.

Tobias 
Dog adopted by Suzy in the Belgian comic strip Spike and Suzy (Suske en Wiske in Flemish); about two children and their friends and family with elements of comedy, fantasy, and science fiction.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1945- now.

Toto 
DG's companion (and former teacher) in the TV series Tin Man; about a small-town waitress who escapes death by entering the O.Z. (Outer Zone); starring Zooey Deschanel.
BREED: Border Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 2007.

Trakr 
Rescue dog that discovered the last survivor of the 9-11 attacks in New York City in 2001. Later produced five cloned pups. (More about Trakr.)
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Dog: 1994-2009.

Tucker 
Mary's dog in the movie for TV Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery; about a cat and dog who solve a murder for their amatuer sleuth owner; starring Ricki Lake.
BREED: Pembroke Welsh Corgi   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Tulip  (Named Queenie in real-life and in the book)
Ackerley's dog in the book and animated movie My Dog Tulip; based on the memoirs of J. R. Ackerley; starring the voices of Christopher Plummer, Lynn Redgrave and Isabella Rossellini.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 1956. Movie: 2009.

Turbodogs  (Including Dash, Mags, Strut, Stinkbert, Clutch, and GT)
Six dogs friends in the animated TV series Turbo Dogs; about speedy canine friends who learn lessons in friendship, fair play, and teamwork. (Also in the series are dogs Cam, Ump, Five, Marlene, Zanner, Rock Rally, & others.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever (Clutch), Beagle (Dash), Bulldog (GT), Cocker Spaniel (Mags), Terrier (Stinkbert), Dachshund (Strut)  YEARS: TV series: 2008-2010.

Tutu 
Granny's dog in the children's animated TV series Little Bear; about a curious grizzly bear cub who lives in the forest with his family and friends; based on the book series by Else Holmelund Minarik.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1995-2002.

Tyko 
Calvin's dog on the movie for TV Life is Ruff; about a 13-year-old boy who adopts and trains a dog that proves to be more than anybody can handle.
BREED: Labrador Retriever St. Bernard mix  YEARS: Movie: 2005.

Underdog  (Also known as Shoeshine)
In the movie Underdog; about a hound named Shoeshine who accidentally gains superpowers; based on the cartoon series of the same name. (Also in the movie are dogs Sweet Polly Purebred, Supershep the Bulldog, and Riff Raff.)
BREED: Beagle   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Valentine  (See also Pencil)
Peggy's second dog in the movie Year of the Dog; about a secretary whose life changes in unexpected ways after her dog dies; starring Molly Shannon.
BREED: German Shepherd   YEARS: Movie: 2007.

Vincent 
Walt's dog in the TV series Lost; about airline passengers inexplicably stranded on a mystery island teeming with surprises.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: TV series: 2005-2010.

Vinny  (See also Brian)
Brian's replacement in the animated TV series Family Guy; about the Griffins a dysfunctional family; created by Seth MacFarlane. (Also in the series is dog Jasper.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2003, 2005-

Vivian  (See also Electra)
Irving's dog in the comic strip Cathy; about a woman and her struggles with food, love, mom, and work; by Cathy Guisewite.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1976-2010.

Wag 
Dean's being before being reincarnated in the movie Dean Spanley; about a man who can't come to grips with the loss of his son; starring Peter O'Toole andSam Neill.
BREED: Welsh Springer Spaniel   YEARS: Movie: 2008.

Wally 
The family dog in the comic strip Drabble; created by Kevin Fagan.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: Comic strip: 1979- now.

Walter 
The family dog in the children's book series Walter the Farting Dog; about a dog who has a gas problem that always turns out to not be a problem; written by William Kotzwinkle and Glenn Murray, and illustrated by Audrey Colman.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Book: 2001-2007.

Wee Jock 
Macbeth's dog in the TV series (British) Hamish Macbeth; about a man who keeps the peace in a small Scottish town without undue reliance on the letter of the law; loosely based on a series of mystery novels by M. C. Beaton.
BREED: West Highland White Terrier   YEARS: Book: 1985-2013. TV series: 1995-1997.

Wee Reg 
One of the characters in the children's animated TV series Fluffy Gardens in which each seven-minute episode tells the story of a different character. (Also in the series is George the Mean Yellow Dog.)
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2014.

Weed 
Son of Gin in the Japanese comic book series and animated TV series Ginga Legend Weed; about a dog and his allies who journey throughout Japan aiding those in need;
BREED: Akita   YEARS: Comic book series: 1999- now. Animated TV series: 2005-2006

Weederman 
Earl's dog in the comic strip Mister Boffo; about a balding big-nosed man married to a pretty blonde; by Joe Martin.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: Comic strip: 1986- now.

Weenie 
Oswald's friend in the children's animated TV series Oswald; about an octopus in a world populated by anthropomorphic animals, mythological creatures and other odd characters.
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: TV series 2001-2003.

Weiner Dog 
Norm's dog in the TV series Norm; about a former NHL hockey player banned from the league for gambling and tax evasion who must perform five years of community service as a social worker; starring Norm Macdonald. (Also known as The Norm Show.)
BREED: Dachshund   YEARS: TV series: 1999-2001.

Wellard  (See also Terence, Roly, and Willy)
Robbie's dog in the TV series (British) EastEnders; about a community in a fictional Victorian square in a fictional London borough.
BREED: Belgian Tervuren   YEARS: TV series: 1985- now.

Wheely Willy 
The paraplegic chihuahua on wheelsfrom Long Beach California who became a celebrity as the subject of two bestselling children's books How Willy Got His Wheels. (More about Wheely Willy.)
BREED: Chihuahua   YEARS: Dog: 1991-2009. Book: 1998.

White Dog 
The dog that comes into Sam's life in the movie To Dance with the White Dog; about a old man whose wife has died and taken possession of a stray dog's body so she can keep an eye on her widowed husband; based upon the novel by Terry Kay.
BREED: Australian Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 1990. Movie: 2002.

Wilfred 
Sarah's dog in the TV series Wilfred; a comedy about a depressed fellow who is the only one to hear the neighbor's dog talking. This Australian TV series was imported to the U.S.; starring Jason Gann as Wilfred and Elijah Wood.
BREED: Mixed breed (or dog imposter)  YEARS: Australian TV series: 2007-2010. US TV series: 2011-2013.

William & Elizabeth 
The couple's pet dogs in the Canadian/UK animated TV series Bob and Margaret; about a married English couple, a middle class 40-ish working couple with no children and two dogs; produced by Nelvana.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 1998-2001.

Willy  (See also Terence, Wellard, and Roly)
Ethel's dog in the TV series (British) EastEnders; about the people of a fictional Victorian square in a fictional London Borough.
BREED: Pug   YEARS: TV series: 1985- now.

Winky  (See also Beatrice, Miss Agness, Hubert, and Rhapsody in White)
Gerry and Cookie Fleck's dog and winner in the movie Best in Show; about five dogs and their owners at the Mayflower Kennel Club Dog Show held in Philadelphia.
BREED: Norwich Terrier   YEARS: Movie: 2000.

Winn-Dixie 
Opal's new-found friend in the book and in the movie Because of Winn-Dixie; about a mischievous dog who befriends a lonely young girl in a new town and helps her make new friends; starring AnnaSophia Robb and Jeff Daniels; written by Kate DiCamillo.
BREED: Picardy Shepherd   YEARS: Book: 2000. Movie: 2005.

Wishbone 
A dog that daydreams in the TV series for children Wishbone; created by Rick Duffield for PBS.
BREED: Jack Russell Terrier   YEARS: TV series: 1995-2001.

Wonder Dog 
One of the super-heros in the animated TV series Super Friends; by Hanna-Barbera; created by E. Nelson Bridwell. (More about Wonder Dog.)
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Comic books: 1976-1977. TV series appearance: 2008.

Woofer 
Ociee's dog in the movie The Adventures of Ociee Nash; about a 9-year-old girl who's father sends her to live with her straight-laced Aunt Mamie in North Carolina.
BREED: Mixed beed   YEARS: Movie: 2003.

Woofster 
Whyatt's dog in the animated TV series Super Why; a children's adventure series in which five Super Readers help preschoolers learn the fundamentals of reading; created by Angela C. Santomero.
BREED: Generic   YEARS: TV series: 2007-2012, 2015-2016.

Yankee Poodle  (aka Rova Barkitt)
From Follywood (a parody of Hollywood), in the DC Comics comic book Captain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew!; about a team of funny animal superheroes called the Zoo Crew.
BREED: Poodle   YEARS: Comics: 1982-1983, 2005.

Zeus 
An adopted family pet in the movie The Dog Who Saved Christmas; about a dog who can't bark but manages to save the family Christmas from burglars.
BREED: Labrador Retriever   YEARS: Movie: 2009.

Zochor  (Translated as Spot)
The dog Nansal found in the movie (Mongolian/German) The Cave of the Yellow Dog; about a little dog who saves the life of a boy whose family and mother finally see his good soul.
BREED: Mixed breed   YEARS: Movie: 2005.