● Think about your favorite movie, book or TV show. Is there a character that inspires a great name? For example, if you're a Star Wars fan, maybe you'll want to name your pup named "Luke," "Vader" or "Leia." We know a dog named Tyler, who is named after some cute guy on TV, and then there's Rudy, who is the name of his mom's favorite movie.
● Is there a place that is special to you? Somewhere you've been or would love to go? Maybe even someplace you'll enjoy taking your new pup? We know a Lhasa Apso named "Malibu" -- "Boo" for short -- whose mom loves the beach!
● There may be someone that you admire who inspires a great name. Maybe a sports hero, movie star or even a favorite relative. Our friend "Jeter" has a mom and dad who are a big Yankees fans! And "Dale" has a Dad who loves NASCAR!
● Think about things you like to do. "Slider" or "Homer" might be your choice if you love baseball or softball. "Kodak" or "Nikon" -- or "Nicky" as a nickname -- might work if you love photography.
● Don't forget that initials can be cool. The family of our buddy "D.K." --we sometimes call him "Deek" -- loved the movie Dark Night. Our poodle neighbor is named "P.J.", which stands for "Pepper Jr." He's named after his brother whose name is Pepper (of course). However, the initials don't always have to stand for something, like our buddy "C.J.", whose name is just initials!
● Consider your dog's personality, behavior, and looks. How would you describe her? For example, is she a "Princess" or a "Queenie"? Does he act like a "King," "Rocky" or "Rambo"? Does her coloring remind you of "Chocolate," "Cinnamon," "Oreo," "Patches" or "Freckles"? Is he a "Bandit" always swiping stuff he's not supposed to? Is she a prim and proper "Emily" (like Emily Post, the expert on good manners)?
● Pick a name just for fun. A name doesn't always have to mean something. Maybe you just like it, it's fun, and it sounds great. Brainstorm with your friends and family; put your pup's pic on your Facebook page and ask for help--you'll get lots of great ideas! Check out our lists of the coolest names, our favorite names, the most unique names and the most popular dog names. And don't forget to check out the gallery of our friends!
● Choose a name that is easy to call out. The best names are usually just a couple of syllables. In fact, you might want to try out a name before make a final decision on it. Open the back door and yell out the name three or four times like you're calling your dog. Names like "Cassiopeia," "Gregorovitch" or "Xenophilius" may not pass this all-important test!
● Is there a place that is special to you? Somewhere you've been or would love to go? Maybe even someplace you'll enjoy taking your new pup? We know a Lhasa Apso named "Malibu" -- "Boo" for short -- whose mom loves the beach!
● There may be someone that you admire who inspires a great name. Maybe a sports hero, movie star or even a favorite relative. Our friend "Jeter" has a mom and dad who are a big Yankees fans! And "Dale" has a Dad who loves NASCAR!
● Think about things you like to do. "Slider" or "Homer" might be your choice if you love baseball or softball. "Kodak" or "Nikon" -- or "Nicky" as a nickname -- might work if you love photography.
● Don't forget that initials can be cool. The family of our buddy "D.K." --we sometimes call him "Deek" -- loved the movie Dark Night. Our poodle neighbor is named "P.J.", which stands for "Pepper Jr." He's named after his brother whose name is Pepper (of course). However, the initials don't always have to stand for something, like our buddy "C.J.", whose name is just initials!
● Consider your dog's personality, behavior, and looks. How would you describe her? For example, is she a "Princess" or a "Queenie"? Does he act like a "King," "Rocky" or "Rambo"? Does her coloring remind you of "Chocolate," "Cinnamon," "Oreo," "Patches" or "Freckles"? Is he a "Bandit" always swiping stuff he's not supposed to? Is she a prim and proper "Emily" (like Emily Post, the expert on good manners)?
● Pick a name just for fun. A name doesn't always have to mean something. Maybe you just like it, it's fun, and it sounds great. Brainstorm with your friends and family; put your pup's pic on your Facebook page and ask for help--you'll get lots of great ideas! Check out our lists of the coolest names, our favorite names, the most unique names and the most popular dog names. And don't forget to check out the gallery of our friends!
● Choose a name that is easy to call out. The best names are usually just a couple of syllables. In fact, you might want to try out a name before make a final decision on it. Open the back door and yell out the name three or four times like you're calling your dog. Names like "Cassiopeia," "Gregorovitch" or "Xenophilius" may not pass this all-important test!
Finding a great name for your dog shouldn't be hard at all. Below are some tips that will help you find the name that is just right for your new dog. Don't hesitate to brainstorm with family members or friends...choosing the perfect name for your dog can be a team effort! Remember, be creative!