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Patch

PATCH1 syllable
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Refers to a small piece of material or a spot. (English)

What does Patch mean?

English: Refers to a small piece of material or a spot.. Patch is an English word referring to a small piece of material used to cover or mend something. It is often used as a playful name for pets.

Is Patch a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Patch in the Pets in the City community

Ranked #104 all-time — about 0.7 in every 1,000 dogs we care for (24 dogs). Trend: insufficient data.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres, as of 2026-08-01. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Patch suit?

Funny

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Meet Patch!

As we settle in for nap time, I can’t wait to see what adventures Patch will bring! Will he be a blanket pirate or a pillow explorer? Either way, I’m ready for a cozy expedition!

Like Patch? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

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Naming a new puppy?

A great name is step one. Our force-free puppy training builds confidence and recall — that new name gets a workout.