• Famous Pigs
  • Names Like Pork Products
  • Based on Appearance and Behavior
  • Teaching Your Pig Their Name

Choosing a name for any pet can be a challenge, and pot-bellied pigs are no different. Some people like to get to know their new pet’s personality prior to deciding on a name while others have made up their mind before even seeing them. A trend in pot-bellied pig naming involves incorporating food items that we consume from pot-bellied pig cousins, but some people don’t find it as humorous as others. Regardless of your preferences, you shouldn’t have any trouble choosing a name after reading through this list of ideas.

Famous Pigs From History, Literature, Movies, and TV

Pigs are amazingly versatile characters. Some are villains, some are heroes, some are sweet, and some are bossy. A few famous pigs are messy, others are fashion-minded, and some are just plain gross. You’ll almost certainly find at least one well-known pig in this list that reminds you of your own pet!

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  • Miss Piggy: Miss Piggy needs no introduction!Babe: A piglet that had a whole movie dedicated to herWilbur: The adorable piglet from the book and movie Charlotte’s Web, by E.B. WhiteGub Gub: An unusually intelligent pig from the book Doctor Dolittle by Hugh LoftingEmpress of Blandings: An enormous prize pig from the books of P.G. WodehousePiglet: Pooh Bear’s best friendPoppleton: From the children’s books by Cynthia RylantSnowball: From George Orwell’s anti-utopian (and rather terrifying) novel Animal FarmSquealer: From George Orwell’s Animal FarmNapoleon: Yet another pig from Animal FarmHamm: One of the toys in Toy StoryHen Wen: A fortune-telling pig from the book and movie The Black CauldronOlivia: From the animated TV series of the same namePetunia Pig: From the Merrie Melodies cartoonsPorky Pig: Bug’s Bunny’s arch enemySir Oinksalot: A cameo character from The SimpsonsPlopper (also called Spider Pig): From The Simpsons MovieArnold Ziffel: From the 1960’s TV sitcom Green AcresToot and Puddle: Best friend pigs from a book series illustrated by Hollie HobbiePumbaa: While not strictly speaking a pig (he’s actually a warthog), Pumbaa is a well-beloved pig-like character from Disney’s Lion King.Peter Porkchop: A character created by DC comicsGordy the Pig: From a movie of the same namePeppermint Pig: Another movie star animated pigMonokuru Boo: The Japanese pig who is similar in many ways to Hello KittyHogzilla: A real-life pig of enormous dimensions, Hogzilla weighed 800 pounds (360 kg) and was between 7.5 and 8 feet (2.25 and 2.4 meters)Max: George Clooney’s famous pot-bellied pigNoelle: A real pot-bellied pig that starred in the comedy Designing Women

Pig Names Built Around Pork Products

Oddly enough, the idea of cannibalism doesn’t put off some pet pig owners. Here are some options for those who favor pork or clever pork-related puns:

  • BaconFrankfurterHam (not to be confused with Hamm)Hermione HamhockHamletJimmy DeanKevin BaconKosherPorkchopPorkySausageSlimSmokeyChewbacon

Pig Names Based on Your Pig’s Appearance and Behavior

  • PiggyPinkPinkyOinkersSnort

If you’re still having trouble choosing a name for your pot-bellied pig, a little research will give you a whole universe of piggy monikers that come from stories and myths.

Teaching Your Pot-Bellied Pig Their Name

Now that you’ve named your pet pot-bellied pig, you’ll need to teach it to respond when you call. Pot-bellied pigs are extremely smart (like dogs and primates) and will learn their name on their own if you consistently call them by their name. Avoid using a lot of nicknames when trying to teach your pet its name and use positive reinforcement.

Positive reinforcement can be in the form of verbal praise, petting, and treats (pigs are very food motivated). If you decide to use a treat to train your pig, make sure you are consistent and give them a treat each time you call their name if they come. Say its name in a higher pitched, happy voice so your pot-bellied pig is more likely to respond to you. Low-fat and healthy but tasty treats are a must during this training session to avoid making your new pig gain too much weight. Try Cheerios, puffed rice, or baby snacks such as Gerber Graduates Puffs to have your pot-bellied pig running when you call out its name.

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