You have just brought home a new puppy or dog so now you are probably wondering what you should call your new pet. As the name you pick will stay with your dog for life take your time and choose carefully. There are thousands of dog names to choose from and some are more popular than others but don’t always go for what is popular. What is popular today may not be tomorrow, so instead choose a dog name that will suit your pet.
If you have looked through a long list of dog names but still can’t decide what to call your puppy then start by thinking about the physical characteristics of your dog. Choosing a dog name is often tied to the breed of the dog. A female Cocker Spaniel might be called Lady, a Chihuahua might have a Mexican sounding name like Juanita and a collie could have the name Lassie.
The size of your dog can also influence your selection. The name Tiny might well suit a small dog but in same cases the complete opposite may also work – calling your small dog Titan for instance. Remember that when naming a puppy keep in mind that it will grow into a big dog.
You should also consider the sex of your dog when choosing a dog name. Many dog names will suit both genders but there are specific male dog names and female dog names.
These days, more and more people are giving their dogs human names as many people consider their dogs to be members of the family. It is not uncommon for dogs to be called Timothy, Anthony, Patricia or Gwendolyn.
The last thing you might like to consider when choosing a name for your dog is that this will be the name that you will be yelling across a crowded park when calling your dog, so choose a name that you will feel comfortable in using in all situations.
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