Naming Dogs by Their Characteristics

Whats in a name you may ask? Definitely a must for us upright homo sapiens but more so for our beloved canine pets who aside from having four legs and a fur to distinguish from us, they also speak a different language. Still the irony is, no matter how hard you whistle or bark, they wont budge but call them with their names and they'll do more than just wag their tails.

Top 10 names

Shitzu Dogs

1. My furry "Buddy" - A no brainer for a name, which would also reflect the lack of true affection from an owner who doesn't want to think hard enough for a special name. This is not exactly a name in the real sense but no dog wont mind as long as you keep the doggie treats and some light beer to go along with it. Take him out for a stroll and you wont really need any leash just shout out "happy hour" and out he goes.

Naming Dogs by Their Characteristics

2. "MAX"imum effect - If you want a name that will command the utmost respect from your friends and neighbors, then this is definitely one to consider. A short name but very masculine and mostly given to big and strong guard dogs. Now if you live alone with a fluffy poodle or a shitzu instead of the intimidating pit bull and doberman, and you see some strange and suspicious looking person lurking around your neighborhood, shouting out "MAX" will surely give him second thoughts.

3. "Sadie" - Not to be mistaken as the opposite of Happy. Literally by definition it means diminutive. Obviously applies to any puppies but as soon as they start to outgrow even the owner themselves, you might want to rethink about the name. Naming a St. Bernard Sadie will be like calling KingKong, chimp.

4. "Jack" be nimble "Jack" be quick - Dogs are always very amusing as compared to other animals because they can do tricks and thats what makes them very fond to play with. If your dog is one that can easily be trained and does every trick you throw at him, then call him this for he's definitely a "Jack of all tricks."

5. As fine as a "Daisy" - Obviously derived from the name of a specie of a flower. Just you make sure your dog smells just as nice.

6. I love "Lucy" - Not only a popular name but by human standards, one thats synonymous with humor and laughter. Naming your pet Lucy might mean that you love watching the 60's sitcom and laughs even louder after watching the reruns. The only problem is finding a mate for her who's name should be Ricardo.

7. "Lady" beware - If you live in a busy neighborhood, you might want to rethink about naming your dog this for it might give you some trouble. Take her out for a walk and then she suddenly strays off and you call out to her saying "hey Lady", will surely make every woman, look at you with glaring stares and a grin. You don't want any harassment suit over a silly name calling.

8. "Charlie" doesn't eat chocolates - For any little boy who loves chocolates and sweets, you might want to give your pet this name, just do not give him the real cocoa stuff or you're liable to take him to a veterinarian and fast. This is actually a name derived from German terminology meaning 'free", so any dog with such a name shouldn't be tied on a leash or put in a cage not unless he's a Manson.

9. "Rocky", the legend lives on - Not quite sure when the name started out to becoming popular but I can only guess if Sly's namesake movie has something to do with it. Still its a very strong name and aptly given to bulldogs and the likes, with no resemblance to the actor himself. One can only hope that if your pet rocky has his own pups, you wont name them rocky 1,2,3 or 4.

10. Hail to the "Duke" - No other name in the top 10 list is ever more majestic sounding than this. Its royalty and eminence combined. By definition it simply means "leader" or a Title of a Lord. If you ask me, all dogs should be called this since if one really thinks hard at it, dogs may follow our commands but we are the ones who feeds, bathes and takes care of them, and we follow them when we take them for a stroll and even picks up their poop. so who's the real boss now?

Naming Dogs by Their Characteristics