50+ Dog Instagram Username Ideas Your Followers Will Love

Finding the perfect Instagram username for your dog that isn’t already taken feels like trying to find a tennis ball in a dog park full of golden retrievers. It can really feel like an impossible task, and so frustrating after you realize all your dog Instagram username ideas are already taken!

To help with this, I’ve spent countless evenings scrolling through dog IG accounts, taking notes on what works (and what doesn’t), and I’ve noticed patterns in the most memorable usernames. So here I share with you the best ideas to spark your creativity. In this post you’ll find some genuinely helpful username strategies with lots more customization options.

So if you are a new dog mom (or dad) who wants to share your baby’s life on Instagram or are looking to create a pet influencer account for your dog, this list is exactly what you need!

Personality-Based Dog Instagram Usernames

Your dog’s unique quirks make for username gold. Think about what makes your pup special and run with it!

• TheSassy_[DogName] – For the dog with attitude (TheSassy_Baxter, TheSassy_Luna)
• Gentle[BreedName][Year] – Like GentleHusky2023 or GentlePug2024
• [DogName]_TheAdventurer – Perfect for hiking companions (Rosie_TheAdventurer)
• [Adjective][DogName][ZipCode] – Such as SleepyMiles90210 or HappyDaisy10001
• [DogName]OnTheGo – For active pups (BellaOnTheGo, Duke_OnTheGo)
• [DogName]Being[DogName] – Simple but cute (OscarBeingOscar, LucyBeingLucy)
• The[DogName]Chronicles – For storytelling accounts (TheBaileyChronicles)

I tried naming my friend’s account something personality-based, but he insisted his Labrador was “just a regular dog.” Two weeks of dog-sitting later, I can confirm that “CouchPotatoPepper” would have been the perfect username for that lovably lazy boy.

Punny Dog Insta Account Names

Dog puns stand out and make people smile. Here’s how to customize them:

• [DogName]Meyer[BreedPun] – Like LucyMeyerWeiner or MaxMeyerBone
• Sir[ActionVerb]A[Lot/Little]_[DogName] – SirBarksALot_Charlie or SirNapsALot_Gus
• The[ColorPun][BreedName] – TheGoldenGraham, TheBlackBerry (for a black Lab)
• [PunnyWord]And[PunnyWord]_[DogName] – WrinklesAndWags_Bruno or FurAndFetch_Daisy
• [DogName]The[Pun] – LunaTheLunatic or MaxTheRelaxer
• [BreedPun]_Life – PugLife_2024 or BeagleLife_Sam
• [Action]And[Treat] – SitAndTreat_Bailey or FetchAndBiscuit

Last month, my neighbor adopted this tiny Chihuahua with the biggest personality. They were torn between boring old “TinyTerror” and something more creative. We landed on SmallButMighty_Pip” and other similar ideas and they are on the way to creating his own dog influencer account!

Location-Based Pet Usernames

This strategy almost always yields available usernames since they’re so specific:

• [CityName][DogName][BirthYear] – SeattleSophie2022 or DenverDaisy2019
• [DogName]In[Place] – RexInManhattan or BellaInDubai
• [LocationNickname][BreedName][DogName] – BeanTownBoxerBailey or WindyCityWhippetWillow
• [DogName]_[StreetName] – Buddy_MainStreet or Rosie_MapleAvenue
• [DogName]Explorer[LastZipDigits] – BellaExplorer90210 or MaxExplorer10028
• [State/Country][DogName][Breed] – Texas_Charlie_Terrier or London_Lucy_Pug
• [CityEmoji][DogName][YearAdopted] – 🗽BaileyAdopted2023 or 🌉RexSince2022

For example, think of an Australian Shepherd with an account that his owner named after their favorite trail – “RedRockRanger_Koda.” Every post can feature this gorgeous dog exploring different sections of that same trail through seasons and years. Such a simple naming concept but so visually cohesive!

Food-Inspired Cute Dog Usernames

Food names offer endless combinations, especially when you match them to your dog’s colors or personality:

• [FoodName]The[Color][Breed] – MochaTheBrownLab or VanillaTheWhitePoodle
• [DogName]Loves[FavoriteFood] – OliverLovesPeanutButter or LucyLovesBacon
• [Food]And[DogName][BirthMonth] – CookiesAndCreamCooper12 or HoneyAndBerryMay
• [DogName]The[FoodPun] – Benji_The_Barkuterie or Lily_The_PupCake
• [FoodColor][DogName][ZipCode] – CaramelCharlie60007 or BlueberryBella90210
• [SweetTreat][DogAction] – CupcakeCuddles or MacaronManners
• [DogName]Eats[City] – RexEatsNYC or DaisyEatsLA

For example, imagine a chunky chocolate Lab with an account called “TruffleTheChocolab”, where you post these adorable side-by-side photos of your dog next to similarly-colored desserts. The committed food theme works perfectly with her username and can actually land you a few sponsored posts with pet bakeries!

Dog Mom-Focused Instagram Pet Usernames

Show off that special human-canine bond with these customizable options:

• [YourName]And[DogName][Year] – SarahAndSamson2023 or KateAndKoda2022
• [DogName]s[HumanRelationship] – BellasMommy or CoopersCrew
• [DogName]And[YourInitial][Emoji] – BaileyAndJ🐾 or DaisyAndK💕
• [YourProfession]With[DogName] – TeacherWithTucker or DoctorWithDaisy
• [DogName][YourLastName]Clan – MaxWilsonClan or LucySmithSquad
• The[LastName][DogName] – TheJohnsonJasper or TheMillerMolly
• [YourInitials]And[DogName][BirthMonth] – KGAndOliver_April or JDAndBella_December

If you want to share more about your special bond with your pup, I wrote a whole article on dog Instagram captions that capture those feelings perfectly.

I actually attempted a joint account with my friend’s Beagle during a two-week dog-sitting stint. “AuntieDutyDiaries_Duke” only lasted until my friend returned, but those posts documenting our temporary roommate situation got more engagement than my personal account ever did!

Breed-Specific Dog IG Account Names

Let your dog’s breed shine while still creating a unique username:

• [Breed][DogName][BirthYear] – CorgiCharlie2022 or HuskyHarper2023
• [BreedTraitPun]_[DogName] – CorgiButt_Bailey or HuskyHowls_Luna
• [Adjective][Breed][LastTwoZipDigits] – SpunkySpaniel22 or MightyMaltese14
• [DogName]The[Breed][UniqueNumber] – OliverTheBeagle101 or SophieTheCollie202
• [Breed][DogName][EyeColor] – GoldenDaisyBrownEyes or DalmatianDottyBlueEye
• Not[YourBreed]But[ActsLike] – NotAHuskyButHowls or NotADachshundButDigs
• [State/City][Breed][DogName] – TexasShepherdTank or MiamiMalteseMilo

Imagine, for a example, a Yorkie named Pepper who insists on sitting on the highest point of any room – back of the couch, top of the stairs, kitchen counter if he can get away with it. His account “TinyDogTallViews_Pepper” can perfectly capture this small breed with big climbing aspirations!

Color-Based Pet Account Usernames

Your dog’s unique coloring can lead to usernames that are both descriptive and available:

• [Color][DogName][UniqueNumbers] – GoldenGracie22 or BlackBailey99
• [ColorfulObject][DogName][BirthDate] – CopperPenny0519 or SilverSage0621
• [Color]And[Color][DogName] – BlackAndTanTucker or WhiteAndBrownBella
• [ColorNickname][DogBreed][DogName] – RustyRetrieverRex or InkyLabLucy
• The[Color][BodyPart]_[DogName] – TheWhitePaws_Jasper or TheBrownEyes_Sophie
• [ColoredGem][DogName][ZipCode] – RubyRosie90210 or OpalOliver10001
• [DogName][ColorPun] – BellaBlueTiful or CooperCopperpot
• [Coloredobject][DogName] – MochaLily or BrownyBubbles

My neighbor rescued this gorgeous dog with the most unusual gray-blue coat. I think a great username for his Insta account would “BluejeansRomeo” since the dog’s coat looks exactly like worn denim.

Dog Influencer Username Ideas

If you’re aiming for the influencer path, these options help establish your brand:

• [DogName]The[Adjective][Year] – BellaTheAdorable2023 or CharlieTheCuddly2024
• [BreedName][Content]_[DogName] – BulldogFashion_Bruno or PoodleTravels_Penny
• [Adjective][DogName][Platform] – FamousFreddie_Gram or TrendyTucker_Tok
• [Lifestyle][DogName][UniqueNumbers] – LuxuryLola123 or AdventurousAce456
• [DogName][Action][Brand] – BaileyRepsKong or JasperReviewsRoyal
• [Social][DogName][Emoji] – SocialSophie🐶 or MediaMilo💫
• [DogName]The[Niche]Pro – RosieTheToyPro or MaxTheTreatsExpert

Think of a Pomeranian Instagram account called “TinyButOpinionated_Thor” where they review dog products from a small dog’s perspective. The username perfectly captures the content, and it can appeal brands that can send them specialty items specifically for small breeds!

Doggy Date-Inspired Usernames

These are almost always available because they’re so specific to your pup:

• [DogName]Since[AdoptionDate] – Buddy_Since_06212022 or Daisy_Since_051920
• [DogName]Born[BirthMonth][BirthYear] – Cooper_Born_May2022 or Bailey_Born_Dec2019
• [DogName]Gotcha[AdoptionAnniversary] – Rosie_Gotcha_0519 or Max_Gotcha_1120
• [DogName]Day[AdoptionDay] – Jasper_Day_312 or Sophie_Day_721
• [DogName]Joined[FamilyName][Year] – BellaJoinedSmith2022 or TuckerJoinedJones2023
• [MeetDate][DogName][Emotion/Idea] – 051923LolaLove or 022420CharlieForever
• [Season]Baby[DogName][Year] – SummerBabyBailey2022 or WinterBabyMax2019

I honestly think date-based dog Insta usernames are underrated. They will most likely available and tells a sweet story about when this love came into their life.

Activity-Based Dog Usernames for Instagram

If your dog has special skills or favorite activities, showcase them in a custom username:

• [Activity][DogName][SkillLevel] – HikerHankExpert or SwimmerSophieNovice
• [DogName][Verb][Activity][ZipCode] – BaileyRunsTrails60614 or CharlieJumpsPuddles90210
• [Activity]With[DogName][Year] – CampingWithCooper2023 or YogaWithYuki2022
• [DogName]The[ActivityPun] – MaxTheMountaineer or BellaTheBeachBum
• [Adjective][DogName][Activity] – HyperDukeRuns or CuteDaisyChills
• [Professional][DogName][Number] – ProfessionalNapper_Bruno101 or ShredderSophie202
• [DogName]Loves[Activity][Season] – LucyLovesHikingFall or RexLovesSurfingSummer

Think for example of an Instagram account to follow that belongs to a dog with incredible dock diving skills. Instead of just going for “[DogName]TheDockDiver,” think of something creative like “AirMiles_Murphy” – a clever play on both the activity and how much distance an athletic dog covers in the air!

Pattern & Marking-Based Usernames

Your dog’s unique markings can inspire truly one-of-a-kind usernames:

• [MarkingDescription][DogName][BirthYear] – HeartFaceFinn2022 or SpottyBelly_Bella2019
• [DogName]With[UniqueFeature] – SamWithTheMask or RubyWithTheStripe
• The[Pattern][BodyPart]_[DogName] – TheSpottedChest_Charlie or TheBrindle_Legs_Cooper
• [Pattern]And[Personality]_[DogName] – SpotsAndSass_Lucy or StripesAndSmiles_Oliver
• [DogName][UniqueFeature] – Daisy_WhitePaws or Bruno_SpottyNose
• [MarkingColor][DogName][ZipCode] – WhiteBootsRosie90210 or TanMaskBailey60614
• [FamousCharacter][DogName] – BatmanMask_Bruce or ZorroStripe_Zack

Last summer, I met this mixed breed at the dog park with the most perfect heart-shaped patch on her side. If I’d be her human, I’d name her Instagram account “SideHeartSally”. I can already see how it would get tons of engagement every Valentine’s Day. You could even create a unique hashtag #heartdogsofinstagram that’s could gain traction among similarly marked pups!

Size-Based Username Ideas

The size of your dog can inspire fun, creative Instagram username ideas:

• [SizePun][DogName][Weight] – TinyButMightyTess8lbs or GentleGiantGeorge120lbs
• [Size][DogName][HeightInInches] – SmallSophie10inches or TallTucker28inches
• Not[Expectation]But[Reality]_[DogName] – NotTinyButTough_Bella or NotGiantButBrave_Max
• [SizeAdjective][DogName][BirthMonth] – MiniMollyMarch or MassiveMaxDecember
• [PocketSize/KingSized][BreedName][DogName] – PocketSizePomLily or KingSizedLabLucas
• [BigWord/SmallWord][DogName][UniqueNumber] – MightyMilo101 or TinyTess202
• [DogName]The[SizeSuperlative] – CharlieTheColossal or DaisyTheDainty

These ideas make me think for example of a massive Great Dane, for which you could create an account “SofaHog_Henry” because he takes up their entire couch. The size-based username get an immediate laugh from new followers when they see just how accurate it is!

Sound-Based Dog Instagram Username Ideas

If your dog is particularly vocal (or silent), build a username around it:

• [SoundVerb][DogName][Frequency] – BarksBaileyDaily or HowlsHarryRarely
• The[Sound][Breed]_[DogName] – TheYappyYorkie_Yoshi or TheSilentShepherd_Sam
• [DogName]Says[Sound] – RexSaysRuff or DaisySaysWoof
• [Sound]Not[ExpectedSound]_[DogName] – WhinesNotBarks_Bruno or PurrsNotGrowls_Luna
• [SoundLevel][DogName][ZipCode] – LoudLucy90210 or QuietQuinn60614
• [Sound][Situation]_[DogName] – BarksDoorbell_Benny or SingsBedtime_Sophie
• [DogName]The[SoundPun] – MaxTheMelodious or BellaTheBarktastic

I dog-sat for a Husky once who literally talked all day long – not just howling but these conversational woowoo sounds. I would name his account “WooWooWally”, because it would perfectly capture his chatty personality. I can totally imagine how videos of his “talking” would get tens of thousands of views!

Creating the perfect Instagram username for your dog might take some brainstorming through all these ideas, but the effort pays off when you find that perfect, available combination that captures your pup’s essence. The most successful accounts I follow have usernames that either tell a story, highlight something unique about the dog, or simply make people smile.

And talking about stories, don’t forget to check out my dog Instagram story ideas post to get fresh inspiration once you’ve set up your dog’s account! And also this post with cute and funny dog captions for Instagram.

What’s your favorite dog Instagram account name you’ve seen? Do any of these ideas spark inspiration for your own pup’s account? Let me know in the comments!

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