| If you are thinking of getting a new puppy or if you | | | | Another point to consider when choosing a name, is |
| have just bought a dog, it's probably getting to the | | | | whether you would feel comfortable calling your dog |
| stage where you are trying to think of a unique name | | | | at the top of your voice in the middle of a crowded |
| for your new pet. Thinking of a unique name for your | | | | park. Novelty names may sound appealing at first but |
| dog can be quite difficult, especially when you are not | | | | can leave you feeling embarrassed or even worse, |
| feeling very creative. | | | | unwilling to call your dog when out in public. |
| When you choose a name, it's important to choose a | | | | Sometimes, waiting a few days after getting your new |
| good one as that name will be with your dog for life. | | | | dog before choosing your unique name can make the |
| You don't want to give a big strong male dog a cutsie | | | | process much easier. The reason for this, is that you |
| name or similarly a male name to a delicate female | | | | may pick up on little characteristics of your new dog |
| dog. To help you get those creative juices flowing and | | | | that will give you some inspiration. If your new puppy |
| think of a name for your dog, we have a few pointers | | | | loves to steal things and hide them in their bed, how |
| that may help. | | | | about 'Sinbad'? Maybe your new dog is a brave little |
| The main thing to consider when trying to choose a | | | | soul and has the strength and character of a lion, |
| unique name for your dog, is whether your dog will be | | | | maybe 'Leo' would suit your new dog. |
| able to distinguish his or her name from your normal | | | | Another great source of unique dog names, is from |
| everyday commands. If you think about it for a | | | | books and television. Do you have a favourite cartoon |
| moment, calling your dog 'Joe' or 'Boe' may very well | | | | character or a favourite childhood hero? There are |
| confuse your pet when your actually trying to say 'NO'. | | | | literally hundreds of possibilities. |
| Other similar sounds are 'Sit', 'Stay', 'Fetch', 'Down' etc. | | | | Choosing a unique dog name can be a lot of fun and |
| Try and choose a unique name that is easy for your | | | | will endow your dog with a new identity within your |
| dog to pick up on. Usually one or two syllable words | | | | family. Take a little time and do a bit of research and |
| are easier to distinguish from background noise | | | | you will soon find the perfect name for your new pet. |
| especially when your dog gets hard of hearing. | | | | |