How To Choose
The Perfect Dog Name For Your Puppy
Learn how to choose the perfect dog name for your puppy...
So you've brought home your new puppy, it's time to name
your new animal friend but you’re running short on
ideas. Choosing a name for your dog can be hard if you aren't
feeling very creative, so here we give you a head start with
the basics and some great ideas to help you choose the perfect
name for your puppy.
Three Basic Dog Name Guidelines
1. Pick a name your dog can easily recognize. Dogs usually
respond better to one or two syllable names. If you do want
to go for a dramatic and unusual long name, consider whether
you can easily shorten it to something a bit simpler for
your dog to understand.
2. Avoid dog names that sound like the standard commands
of No, Stay, Sit, Come, Down or Fetch. For example "Joe" is
probably too close to "No". It can be difficult
for dogs to tell the difference between similar sounding
words.
3. Choose a name that's both easy to call out and one that
you are happy calling out. Remember, you will be calling
your dog's name out in public places at times and shouting
out “Parsnip“ in the local park, may leave you
feeling a little embarrassed! You also want a name that will
work well when you are straining your voice to call your
pet as he disappears into the sunset chasing after a rabbit!
Looking For Dog Name Inspiration
Start with the obvious. Take a long hard look at your new
little friend he may be telling you his name without you
knowing. Look at his appearance, behavior, personality, and
disposition. Names like Spot or Red may come to mind. How
about Bandit for a dog who steals things or Rebel for a stubborn
dog?
Then look elsewhere for inspiration. You can name your dog
after another famous dog, for example Pluto, Pongo, Lassie
or Digby. What about your favourite sports, movie, music
or comic strip star?
How about choosing a dog name after a member of your family
or friend of a figure from history like Napoleon, Alexander
the Great or Rasputin? Take a look at your environment or
think about your favourite place they will give you more
ideas.
Remember, the dog name you choose for your puppy says as
much about you as it does about your pet. It shows how you
view your dog and your relationship with him. But other people
may judge your dog’s character by reference to its
name and might therefore react negatively or fearfully to
a ‘dominating’ name when meeting it. It is a
good idea to use a dog name that conveys the image you want
your pet to have.
Also, pick a name that will grow with the pet. For example "Tiny" may
be less appropriate for a full-grown dog.
Whichever method you choose, have a good time doing it and
choose a name that you will want to keep.
Teaching Your Puppy Its Name
Pick a dog name that pleases you and stick to it. It can
be confusing for your puppy if you keep changing your mind.
Your dog will learn his or her new name quickly if you use
it often. When you call your pet, use his name. Do not say "here
puppy". Calling your pet by his name will help him to
become familiar with it and with your voice as well.
If choosing a long name keep in mind the shortened version.
A long name will inevitably be shortened, but it may ruin
the effect that you were originally looking for.
Above all have fun and choose a name you really like. Your
puppy will undoubtedly become your best friend and only you
can find just the right name.
About The Author:
Richard Cussons is a dog lover with a passion for helping
people with their dogs. Discover more about dog names, puppy
care and traning at http://www.all-about-puppies.com/dog_names.html.
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