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How to Choose a Dog Name Based on Personality – 14. March, 2016

Dog Name Based on PersonalityYou just brought your pup home and it is time for you to give him or her, their name. Many dog owners already have a specific name in mind before they even find the right pup to bring home. But others prefer to name their dog based on their personality. This is a great way for you to show the world the unique personality that your dog has every time you call their name. Imagine being at the dog park and you hear a dog owner call out their dogs name “happy”. You are sure to see a happy-go-lucky dog come running. On the other hand imagine if you hear someone call out “killer”? Most-likely a ferocious dog will come running towards their owner. The following steps will help you find the perfect personality based dog name for your dog!

  • Get to Know Your Dog – Chances are you either just brought a pup home or adopted a dog from a shelter. Spend some time with your new family member and observe his or her behavior. Does he or she exhibit certain personality traits such as shyness, happiness, playfulness, stubbornness and other traits? Find the trait that best suits your dog’s personality.
  • Shyness Names – If your dog seems shy consider names such as bashful, sweetie, shilo and carrie (short for careful).
  • Intelligence Names – Is your dog smart and reacts to everything going on in their surroundings? These intelligent dogs could have names such as Einstein, keen, sassy and whiz.
  • Happy-Go-Lucky Names – If your dog exudes happiness and an easy-going personality, names such as happy, merry, blithe, chipper, jolly, peppy and sunny are excellent options.
  • Energetic Names – Did you bring your pup home and as soon as their paws hit the floor they are an energetic bundle of joy? Dog names that express energy include zipster, speedy, dash, moxie, zing and zest.
  • Playful Names – If you dog is extremely playful and expresses a personality of a joker or prankster, names to consider are frisky, spirit, joy, action, avalanche, josh, jokey and witty.
  • Loving and Kind Names – If your dog expresses a kind, sweet, compassionate nature you will want to consider names such as lovey, sugar, honey, romeo, candy and heart.
  • Strong Dog Names – If your dog has a strong personality name suggestions include rambo, stark, force, stealth, muscles, brute, brawn, power and rocky.

Getting to know your dog’s true nature and personality can take some time. However, you will want to name your dog as soon as possible because it helps during training sessions. Once you do name your dog use their name frequently so they get use to it. It is wise to name your dog as soon as possible, otherwise you will resort to using a variety of kind names such as honey and sweetie and your dog will begin to think that is his or her name. Use the helpful tips above today to help guide you on naming your dog based on his or her personality.

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The Art of Naming a Dog – 6. January, 2016

The Art of Naming a DogYour dog’s name is the most important word they will ever learn. While many dog parents may choose to give their dog two to three names, similar to a first, middle and last name, others prefer just one name. Either way you will want to choose just one name when addressing your dog. Keep in mind that dogs are able to comprehend and retain a number of words and his or her name should be one of them. If you are calling for your dog using all two to three names you may be causing confusion. Choose just one name for your dog and stick to it.

Avoid Confusion

Your dog will learn a variety of command words throughout his or her lifetime. Sit, come, stay and many other verbal commands are essential to training your dog to be obedient. When naming your dog, make sure you so not choose a name that rhymes with any of the verbal command words you will be using for training purposes. Keep in mind what language you will be using when speaking to your dog. Some dog owners will use their native language or second language to speak to their dog. Some pet parents like to stay true to the dog’s breed. They will use the German language commands for their German shepherd even though the dog owner is not fluent in German. Whichever language you choose to use, be certain that they don’t sound similar to the name you choose for your dog. This will only cause your dog confusion and disturb their focus when trying to adhere to your commands.

Choose a Canine or Human Name?

Some dog owners may prefer to treat their dog like if it was their child, therefore, giving the dog a humanized name such as Suzanne or Jonathan. Naming the dog in this manner helps the pet parent feel more capable of treating the dog like a human child. While other dog owners prefer to treat their dogs like a canine and prefer names that are more suited for a dog. Before naming your dog you will want to take into consideration how you feel about the dog and if you plan to treat it more like a human or a canine. This will help guide you to specific names suited for either choice.

You most-likely thought carefully about your dog’s name. Many dog owners choose a creative name that they feel suits their dog. Once you have the perfect name chosen, try it out on your dog. Begin by calling your dog by the name and saying the name out loud about three to five names while looking at your dog. Surprisingly you may feel that the perfect name you have chosen doesn’t quite match the expressive, soulful eyes or compassionate personality of your dog. At this point it is back to the beginning stages of naming your dog. When choosing a name for your dog it is wise to consider a few names before finally deciding on the true name.

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How to Choose a Dog Name Based on Appearance – 14. July, 2015

Your new cute little pup has just arrived home and you are ready to give him or her, their name. This is a task that all dog owners go through when welcoming a new furry member of the family home. Your pup may have a unique look to his coat, face or body that will inspire you to name him or her. There are a variety of names that you can choose based off of the appearance of your pup. The following information will provide you with good ideas and tips on how to name your dog based on appearance.

  •  Freckles or Spot – Dogs such as Dalmatians and those that have specs located throughout their coat can be named freckles or spot.
  • Socks – Some dogs have a coat that makes them look like they are wearing socks. This is the perfect opportunity for dog owners to name their dog socks.
  • Snowball – Solid white dogs with a furry coat are often named snowball. A popular name for white dogs with short coats is Arctic.
  • Smiley – Some dogs have unique markings that make them look like they are constantly smiling. Smiley is a suitable name for these unique dogs.
  • Patches – This name is perfect for dogs that have multi-colored coats that appear to have patches of a variety of colors.
  • Midnight – Dogs that are solid black or dark brown are commonly named midnight.
  • Caramel – Dogs that have a coat that looks similar to the color of caramel will be best suited for this name.
  • Cocoa – Dogs that have a chocolate brown coat will be best suited for this name.
  • Bandit – Many dogs are born with unique markings that may give the appearance of wearing a mask. This name is an excellent option for these special dogs.
  • Bear – This name usually is a good fit for dogs that will grow to be large, with a dark furry coat that resembles the look of a wild bear. Teddy is a common name used for small dogs that are dark and furry.
  • Bella – Dogs that are pleasing to look at and that are considered to be beautiful will appreciate the name Bella, meaning beautiful in Italian.
  • Moose – This name is perfectly suited for large dogs that have a medium to dark coat.
  • Chewbacca – This popular name is commonly used for dogs that resemble the character in the movie.
  • Tank – This name is for dogs that are obviously very large and wide. This is usually noticeable from the time the dog is a young pup. You can also tell if the dog will grow to match this name by confirming the breed of the dog and the looks of an adult dog matching the breed.

The names stated above are common names based on the appearance of dogs. You may find that your pup has even more distinct coloring or appearance that will encourage you to choose a name best suited for him or her. Keep in mind that you will want to name your dog based on what he or she will look like as an adult. Chances are your cute pup that looks like a teddy bear during the early years may grow up to resemble Chewbacca.

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Finding the Perfect Name for Your Dog – 22. June, 2015

You are a proud pet parent and dog owner. You are most-likely in the stages of preparing to bring your new furry family member home. Or, he or she may have just arrived. Dog owners have the exciting and fun task of naming their dog. At times this task can seem overwhelming or family members may not agree on the same name causing stress during the naming process. The importance of focusing on naming your dog as quickly as possible is essential to your dog’s well-being. This may sound a bit over the top, but it is necessary since it will come in handy during training sessions, which should take place immediately upon arriving home.

Family Decisions

If you don’t already have a name for your dog in mind, there are quick and easy ways to find the perfect name for your dog. Begin your hunt for the perfect name by having your family members write down their top three favorite dog names on a piece of paper and put it in a bowl. Read all of the names out loud to your family and see which names get a majority of the vote. Narrow down the names by popularity amongst your family members vote. Then have a final vote and the one that wins becomes the dog’s name. This is a proactive way of involving the entire family in the decision as well as keeping peace when choosing a name.

Choose Based on Personality

Every dog has his or her own personality, even if they come from the same litter. Allow your dog’s personality to be expressed through his or her name. If your dog loves to bark, name him or her yappy. Or, choose other endearing names such as sweetie, sleepy, bashful or other descriptive names based on their personality.

Meanings of Names

Many dog owners like to name their dogs by considering the meaning of the name. For example the Native American name “Nita” means Bear. If your dog resembles a furry bear, than this name is a great option. Consider meanings of names from a variety of different languages. If you have always loved a specific country like Spain, France, Italy, Japan and Russia, consider using words from those specific languages that have a meaning that will be suitable for your dog. You can choose names that are descriptive of your dog’s personality, looks or place where you found them or where they were bred.

If you are not able to easily find a name that suits your dog, try searching popular dog names lists and carefully find a name that is suitable for your dog. If you still can’t seem to come up with a name, ask your family and friends to help you. Let them know you can’t decide and give them a list of your favorite names and see which ones they find that is best suited for your dog. Once you have a variety of opinions from family and friends, it will help you make your final decision and give your dog his or her name.

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