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10 Tips To Help You Choose The Perfect Name For Your New Dog
Choosing dog names is a lot of fun, but it can also be a challenge. First and foremost, you’ll want to pick a name that you like and that also suits your dog. With this in mind, here are 10 dog-naming tips to help inspire you and keep you on the right track: 1) Choose a name that you can imagine saying dozens of times each day. 2) Keep it simple. Two-syllable names are easiest to call out and for your dog to understand. If you really want a long name like Sergeant Pepper Paws, make sure it can be shortened to something like “Serge” or “Pepper” for everyday use, and that you like the shortened form. 3) Avoid names that sound like commands. For example, the name "Fletch" sounds very similar to "fetch", which may confuse your dog. 4) Don’t choose a name that you will be embarrassed to call out in public. I named one of my first childhood pets, a calico cat, Chocolate Fart Bum. Her name was immediately changed to Chocky when my mother took her for her first visit to the vet! 5) Let your imagination run wild. Dog names can be witty, famous, regal, related to your hobbies…whatever appeals to you. 6) Let your dog’s appearance inspire you. When you first get a new dog, it may take you a while to get to know its true personality, and as it grows, its behavior may change. Your dog’s appearance, on the other hand, is much more likely to stay constant. 7) Use your dog’s breed for inspiration. For example, choose a French name for your Bichon Frise, a Scottish name for your Terrier or an African name for your Rhodesian Ridgeback. 8) Consult dog naming books and websites for ideas. These resources will provide you with hundreds if not thousands of dog names. 9) Let your dog guide you. Create a shortlist of names that you like and then try calling them out to your dog. Its response just might help you pick the perfect one! 10) Be respectful – don’t pick names that will demean or belittle your dog. If you use these dog-naming guidelines, chances are you won’t go wrong. And if you do…don’t worry, you won’t be the first person in history to change their pet’s name. I should know! Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Further resources: |
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