General
pot cake
What does pot cake mean?
A mixed-breed or stray dog, named after the crusty food left stuck at the bottom of the pot that was fed to them.
"That pot cake follow me all the way home."
Origin
Bahamas and Turks & Caicos; from 'pot' + 'cake'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pot cake dog?
It's a mixed-breed or stray dog in the Bahamas and Turks & Caicos, named after the crusty leftover food at the bottom of the pot that was fed to them.
Where does the name 'pot cake' come from?
It refers to the congealed, caked rice and peas stuck to the bottom of the cooking pot — the scraps traditionally given to these dogs.
Are pot cakes a specific breed?
No, they're mixed-breed island dogs rather than a recognised breed, though they share common traits from generations of island ancestry.
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