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Male Dog Names (Unique, Cool And Popular Choices)

Bringing home a dog from the shelter or a puppy from their litter is one of the most rewarding and exciting moments in your life and in theirs. You are giving this furry ball of love a home and a family where they can exercise, play, and be part of something special.

While you get the gift of unconditional love and a friend who will help you get through the most stressful points in your life and celebrate the greatest moments alongside you, but you have no idea what his name should be.

Below we have listed the best male dog name ideas across the internet so that you can give your new family member a moniker that truly fits his personality.

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Top 100 Unique Male Dog Names

Dog parks are great places to help your dog socialize and have fun under the sun in the open air but can cause some confusion when you call out for Bailey, Max, or Cooper and three other dogs coming to your side.

If you feel like the new addition to your family deserves a name that sets him apart from his canine brethren, then the list below of the top 100 unique names can help you decide on a title that truly represents his personality, or may simply inspire you to come up with your own unique boy dog name.

Beau Dacious
Ribena
Superhans
Marmite
Lupin
Willie Nelson
Gryffindor
Artoo Dogtoo
Basquiat
Tyrion
Hashtag
Wotsit
Won Ton
Pimms
Espresso
Blade
Ernest Hemingway
Hobnob
Yeti
Ludwig Wittgenstein
Pickle
Cacao
Raisin
Macaroni
Caramel
Harry Potter
Weasley
Alistair
Zyron
Sirius
Malfoy
Neville Longbottom
Inchyra
Hobbs
Cedric
Cornelius Fudge
Corvus
Chewbacca
Riddick
Stirling
Bruce Wayne
Rockefeller
Kal-El
Krypto
Cartwright
Zoar
Craig David
Kanye
Biggie Smalls
Johnny Cash
Bono
Clooney
Banksy
Archer
Cimarron
Picasso
Idris Elba
Beckham
Springsteen
Bud
Herbie
Herb
Doobie
Hash
Jimmy Chew
Count Barkula
Muttley Crue
Salvador Dogi
Beckett
Bayer
Darwin
Huxley
Logan
Falstaff
Womble
Sunny
Tanner
Farmer
Mojo
Bullseye
Cheeto
Bungee
Biggie
Rocket
Icon
Iggy
Imp
Inky
Itchy
Jabba
Jago
Jigsaw
Kermit
Jinx
Kipling
Nando
Nano
Napoleon
Nacho
Gonzo

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The Top 100 Male Dog Names

Harley
Angus
Oscar
Harry
Rocco
Bailey
Bertie
Cody
Beau
Oliver
Gus
Griffin
Leo
Jake
Jasper
Merlin
Alfie
Buddy
Oakley
Gizmo
Brody
Winston
Hunter
Sparky
Blu
Buster
Rusty
Ozzy
Shadow
Bandit
Logan
Henry
Ace
Hank
Rocky
Marley
Barney
Louie
Bobby
Finn
Billy
Jack
George
Jax
Milo
Ranger
Casey
Harvey
Duke
Bentley
Diesel
Barley
Baxter
Moose
Sam
Koda
Bear
Brodie
Teddy
Copper
Archie
Woody
Scout
Juno
Remington
Nova
Toby
Chester
Simba
Ruben
Ziggy
Tank
Rudy
Dexter
Oreo
Rufus
Bruce
Loki
Ben
Charlie
Ginger
Max
Zeus
Arthur
Comet
Arlo
Gunner
Thor
Remi
Cooper
Wagner
Benji
Murphy
Hugo
Dixie
Tucker
Blue
Jackson
Otis
Monty

What Are Some Good Boy Dog Names?

When we bring a boy puppy into our home we expect that there will be a learning curve as they grow and begin to understand the rules, boundaries, and limitations of the family, but each of us secretly hopes that our new bundle of joy will be that 1 perfect dog in a million that gets house training on the first go, listens attentively to your commands, and immediately has that blend of affection and respect that is the trademark of man's best friend.

To help the little male puppy along, maybe you should give him a name that exemplifies the 'good boy' demeanor that you are hoping for.

Noah
Lincoln
Theodore
Sam
Joe
Captain
Norman
Benjamin
Seth
George
Pops
Armstrong
Endeavor
Sirius
Nelson
Majesty
Augustus
Maximus
Hero
Arkin
Zeus
Acorn
Ajax
Alex
Beethoven
Ben
Bill
Casey
Casper
Chance
Chase
Dash
Dave
Deke
Dexter
Earl
Echo
Eddie
Michael
Falcon
Frodo
Smoky
Ash
Snoopy
Bailey
Barky
Chip
Cody
Cooper
Elvis
Flynn
Frank
Han
Hashtag
Hector
Hooch
Jasper
Jerry
Jingles
Kenny
Kent
Lancelot
Lucky
Mars
Nano
Nacho
Nemo
Obi
Odin
Parker
Peanut
Percy
Pluto
Quiz
Scout
Scrabble
Sherlock
Teddy
Thor
Troy
Ulysses
Utopia
Valentine
Virgil
Vulcan
Wag
Warrior
Xander
Xavier
Yeller
Yogi
Banjo
Cosmo
Gabriel
Fisher
Rio
Domino
Knight
Marbles
Q-Tip

What Are Some Badass Names For Male Dogs?

When it comes to dogs and their names, we like to find a name that matches their breed, their coloring, and their personality, though sometimes we just choose a name that sounds really cool.

Whether you are looking for a name to match the pure strength and power of your new Pit Bull, Great Dane or German Shepherd, or you are trying to find a name to offset the little dog syndrome of your new chihuahua, the list below can help you choose a name that is truly badass for your tough pup.

Ace
Maverick
Ryker
Bix
Frank
Cash
Toro
Bogart
Dylan
Jet
Orion
Loki
Astro
Yeti
Nitro
Bohdi
Cowboy
Knight
Mason
Hunter
Chase
Atlas
Magnar
Angus
Obelix
Zeke
Virtus
Titus
Groot
Hercules
Jupiter
Montaro
Orson
Berg
Tan
Redwood
Everest
Elbrus
Hurricane
Odin
Axel
Bamm-Bamm
Bandit
Bear
Beast
Beefy
Beaux
Bones
Boomer
Brock
Bronson
Bronx
Bruiser
Bruno
Brutus
Bugsy
Buster
Buzz
Commish
Compton
Conan
Deke
Doyle
Duke
Floyd
Herc
Jimbo
Kane
King
Mace
Mack
Meatball
Mick
Murph
Roman
Rooster
Rubbles
Sarge
Sid Vicious
Sonny
Spike
Spinks
Tex
Tyson
Vince
Vlad
Xander
Zeus
Zod
Bench
Butcher
Cush
Diesel
Dozer
Fang
Fender
Gorilla
Gunner
Knuckles
Kojak

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Cool Male Dog Names

Here are some of the coolest dog names that you will ever find. Take a look!

Danny
Duke
Puffer
Tory
Ace
Apollo
Benji
Dude
Baxter
Rover
Raider
Angus
Archie
Axel
Brady
Bruno
Brownie
Cody
Colbie
Diego
Dexter
Finn
Carter
Brutus
Kane
Jax
Jean
Johnson
Darryl
Murphy
Hawk
Hamlin
Ned
Huck
Goose
Hunter
Ross
Fred
Dan
Morris
King
Leo
Lenny
Dominic
Whiskey
Rum
Shah
Miles
Milo
Badshah
Oliver
Ollie
Dean
Jess
Lucas
Rocky
Rufus
Chester
Chief
Walton
Sheldon
Cooper
Walt
Thor
Shooter
Rum
Wyatt
Zeus
Dolton
Bolt
Tommy
Tyler
Tucker
Snickers
Vince
Bernie
Simba
Fireball
Nico
Beau
Beast
Turner
Lotto
Bert
Ludacris
Vincent
Chase
Chad
Harry
Tom
Ralph
Ty
Brody
Abel
Max
Diablo
Skipper
Prince
Trix
Justin

Best Male Dog Names

These are the best ever dog names based on the lists of awesome names we have found and compiled into a list for your viewing pleasure.

It includes most of our all-time favorites that you probably added to your list but forgot about.

Go ahead, pick a name!

Echo
Blaze
Atlas
Avalanche
Bear
Grizzly
Jaws
Flash
Knight
Kodak
Tux
Yeti
Yukon
Acadia
Juno
Siberia
Sierra
Teddy
Fluffy
Cotton
Furball
Shaggy
Ruffles
Alpaca
Fox
Snuggles
Whiskers
Kodiak
Pom
Cloud
Chewbacca
Poof
Acorn
Hickory
Teak
Umber
Topaz
Braun
Peanut butter
Hershey
Nestle
Clove
Carob
Hazelnut
Rolo
Ginger
Cookie
Sahara
Brandy
Sienna
Shiraz
Penn
Brew
Aero
Bullet
Danger
Forrest
Harbor
Captain
Berk
Ripley
Yukon
Shadow
Tiger
Tito
Sonic
Laser
Magic
Jordan
Jetty
Zip
Windsor
Sparky
Hawkeye
Halo
Falcon
Digger
Stiles
Echo
Dash
Comet
Mulligan
Beethoven
Hulk
Jumbo
Marmaduke
Shamu
Shrek
Whopper
Whaley
Fang
Spartacus
Vinnie
Dollar
Magnum
Jinx
Rogue
Sundae
Twix
Noir

Cute Male Dog Names

Now onto some cute names for your pup:

Poro
Ann
Carl
Doug
Judas
Cain
Chris
Manny
Pepper
Derek
Pixar
Freddie
Mac
Charlie
Peanut
Dane
Kenny
Drake
Dennis
Cocoa
Paul
Jim
Simon
Sugar
Puffy
Arnie
Bunny
Sammy
Davis
Plum
Woody
Allen
Snoopy
Oreo
Monster
Sal
Bravo
Logan
Kobe
Alfa
Harvey
Iggy
Gus
Evan
Dante
Dwight
Howard
Scott
Michael
Rudy
Chup
Brutus
Blake
Angus
Moose
Lucky
Gem
Knox
Croc
Drell
Loki
Radcliffe
Jerry
Turk
Czar
Cashmere
Golden
Chipper
Angus
Jesse
Felix
Fritz
Buzz
Jader
Bill
Matt
Alden
Ford
Coco
Drew
Aero
Aiden
Bubba
Bruce
Harley
Buddy
Maximus
Maverick
Oreo
Harvey
Frank
Chuck
Lorre
Alfred
Hitch
Brad
Hitchcock
Rambo
Pablo
Brownie

Strong Male Dog Names

So you've got a big dog, ruffly and perfect for cozy winter nights. But do you have a tough name for him yet?

A tough dog deserves a strong name. We are sure that you will have the right name after you go through this list! Give your dog a name it will love.

Apache
Bender
Bruiser
Dagger
Dempsey
Cobb
Brigadier
Chomp
Cobra
Hooch
Indy
K-9
Jackyll
Lincoln
Lennon
Midas
Ram
Quixote
Riggs
Samson
Smokey
Sherman
Jesse
Justice
Lancelot
Laika
Sylvester
Vulcan
Scooby
Vlad
Tank
Snake
Rudder
Osiris
Paco
Midnight
Macbeth
Shakespeare
Khan
Hugh
Hades
Galactus
Gambino
Escobar
Darth Vader
Cujo
Denver
Caine
Cerberus
Brock
Boomer
Blaze
Azlan
Beast
Hercules
Axis
Archer
Slate
Zorro
Shady
Snickers
Marron
Tanner
Bigfoot
Genghis
God's
Kahuna
Meatball
Hefty
Vader
The Hound
Bernese
Zurich
Otto
Dirk
Rafale
Arnaud
Alfie
Bacon
Archie
Scout
Banjo
Argos
Mammoth
Burly
Diesel
Bane
Macho
Mack
Chubbs
Jabba
Godzilla
Stallone
Groot
Grande
Buzo
Bernoulli
Da Vinci
Gustav
Don Juan

Unusual Male Dog Names

Sometimes you look at a dog and just know that it's right. They're different, beautiful, and wonderful in their own unique way. These breeds deserve their own special names, not some run off the mill name that every other dog would have, right? Well, that's what we like.

Their uniqueness must be celebrated with equally unique names!

Solomon
Cosby
Achilles
Ali
Skittles
Blond
Patches
Spot
Quincy
Bleak
Xander
Yayati
Damon
Zen
Beta
Bowie
Dusty
Edgar
Chewy
Heath
Ira
Igor
Homer
Felix
Emmett
Mason
Luigi
Rascal
Reese
Pongo
Sherman
Theodore
Vaughn
Ozzy
Orson
Mojo
Leroy
Lambert
Junior
Judge
Cornelius
Clarence
Bingo
Axel
Reuben
Summer
Stuart
Ziggy
Yoshi
Wilbur

Black and White Male Dog Names

Black and White dogs are the penultimate classics! And they have had their share of classic black and white dog names, and you know history never fails.

Wondering what to name your absolutely cute new puppy? Well, take a look at the list below and you'll have the right name in no time!

Salt
Silver
Night
Brown
Pepe
Butter
Vanilla
Snowy
Mist
Dew
Ice
Snowball
Blizzard
Cream
Snowflake
Tintin
Scotch
Ash
Cinder
Ebony
Liquorice
Mamba
Pepsi
Black
Merlin
Velvet
Coffee
Panther
Blackjack
Inky
Casper
Bones
Beluga
Astrid
Angel
Bianca
Aspen
Alaska
Powder
Moon
Puff
Blanc
Bones
Phantom
Coconut
Marshmallow
Spud
Ivory
Admiral
Denali

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What Are Some Popular Black Dog Names?

Black is one of the most common colors for a dog's fur and our fascination with the color (or shade for all of you particular people) has led to an entire category of names devoted to exemplifying this one characteristic of our furry friend's appearance.

Whether you are bringing home a Lab, a Scottish Terrier, or even a Portuguese Water Dog, their brilliant, black coats deserve a name that instantly calls attention to one of their most defining attributes.

Take a look at the list below and see if any of these amazing black dog names suit your new family member.

Cosmos
Dahlia
Wednesday
Vega
Darth
Reaper
Delaney
Denali
Adrian
Deva
Domino
Duna
Shaggy Dog
Angus
Duncan
Ebony
Eclipse
Anise
Artemis
Elvira
Emery
Arya
Espresso
Eve
Asher
Astra
Flint
Guinness
Hershey
Indigo
Jett
Athena
Bamboo
Keira
Kieran
Kodiak
Kuro
Bartholomew
Kylo
Bean
Bear
Black Beauty
Leila
Legend
Licorice
Luna
Lyra
Blackberry
Maverick
Midnight
Nash
Nerissa
Nisha
Noir
Blackjack
Blake
Nova
Nyx
Boomer
Bran
Olive
Onyx
Opal
Ophelia
Oreo
Brenna
Orion
Orpheus
Oso
Panther
Bruno
Pearl
Calla
Pepper
Wilder
Vesper
Rain
Celeste
Raven
Sable
Scout
Chase
Night
Selena
Selkie
Cola
Shadow
Colby
Skye
Cole
Smoky
Starling
Stella
Storm
Sullivan
Thunder
Corbin
Turtle
Tynan
Velvet

If you didn't find one that took your fancy, check out our complete guide on black dog names here.

What Are Some Popular White Dog Names?

Where you have black you almost always have white and the dog world is no exception. From pure white Siberian Huskies to the pomp and frills of the Bichon Frise, dogs with white coats stand out from the crowd and deserve a name that lives up to their bright, white appearance.

Regardless of their breed or size, your forever friend will be happy with a name that best highlights their marvelous coats, and you don't need to look any further than the list we have put together of the most popular white dog names for you to decide on the perfect title for your pooch.

Biscuit
Cashew
Coconut
Coolwhip
Crackers
Cream Puff
Cupcake
Custard
Eggy
Frosting
Ginger
Ice Cream
Jellybean
Marshmallow
Marzipan
Mayo
Noodle
Oreo
Peppermint
Porkchop
Pistachio
Popcorn
Salty
Spuds
Sugar
Tofu
Truffle
Vanilla
Walnut
Yogurt
Buttermilk
Chardonnay
Horchata‎
Milky
Milkshake
Moscato
Whiskey
Ash
Birch
Cosmo
Cotton
Daisy
Ivy
Jasmine
Lily
Magnolia
Cottonball
Aspen
Cliff
Denali
Klondike
Yukon
Blizzard
Chilly
Cirrus
Cumulus
Cloud
Comet
Frosty
Foggy
Gelo
Hielo
Ice
Ice Storm
Iggy
January
Luna
Nimbus
Nova
Smoke
Snowy
Storm
Stormy
Vapor
Whiteout
Blizzy
Igloo
Snowball
Chalky
Crystal
Diamond
Ivory
Opal
Pearl
Artemis
Artoo Dogtoo
Apple
Betty
Bolt
Casper
Emmett
Einstein
Fang
Harvey
Herbie
Jack
Jaws
Khaleesi
Rabbit
Saruman

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What Are Some Popular Names For Jack Russell Terriers?

Jack Russell Terriers are one of the most popular dog breeds across the world. Built for speed and hunting foxes, these intelligent dogs are born with buckets of potential. Their diminutive size combined with their energetic attitude has made them a family favorite for years, but what name should you give to one of the most iconic breeds on the planet?

The list below includes some of the top names for Jack Russell Terriers and can help you find the perfect alias for your new bundle of energetic trouble.

Archie
Jackson
Hank
Koda
Rocco
Chewy
Diesel
Brady
Bentley
Chester
Apollo
Oliver
Oreo
Rudy
Louie
Theo
Brutus
Ollie
Ranger
Hunter
Roscoe
Brody
King
Luke
Tyson
Moose
Jax
Romeo
Jasper
Scout
George
Boomer
Baxter
Blue
Benny
Chance
Prince
Otis
Mac
Copper
Joey
Bo
Tank
Leo
Benji
Bruce
Bandit
Henry
Ziggy
Marley
Maverick
Dexter
Loki
Chase
Odin
Kobe
Frankie
Incy
Harry
Nipper
Simba
Dash
Bonsai
Pumpkin
Goober
Pip
Midget
Mite
Midge
Squirt
Stumpy
Inch
Jake
Itsy-Bitsy
Tiny
Titch
Bonbon
Poco
Slim
Doodle
Shorty
Junior
Kewpie
Pipsqueak
Laptop
Little Boy
Puddles
Rocky
Bugsy
Rascal
Button
Cuddles
Middy
Dinky
Munchkin
Teenie
Bailey
Buster
Cody
Jack

What Are Some Popular Names For Golden Retrievers?

Golden Retrievers have been in the spotlight almost as long as Lassie. Featuring in classic films such as Homeward Bound and Airbud, these dogs were made for the silver screen. However, the Golden Retriever's best features lay outside of Hollywood's glitz and glam. They make amazing family pets with their naturally laid-back attitude, combined with an overwhelming desire to play fetch at all points in time.

They also make for incredible service dogs, with the skills and temperament to work as therapy dogs, guide dogs, or even bomb-sniffing dogs. With popularity like that it isn't surprising that there is an entire category devoted to naming this amazing breed.

As well as our list below we have created a guide on 250 more naming ideas for a Golden Retriever. You can check out that guide here.

Duke
Rusty
Charlie
Chloe
Max
Teddy
Willow
Sunny
Scout
Buddy
Summer
Jack
Rosie
Chip
Simon
Ben
Luna
Andy
Aiden
Lola
Jay
Eddie
Faith
Jasmine
Sasha
Snowy
George
Druscilla
Buffy
Julie
Sammy
Gypsy
Sophie
Sam
Henri
Toby
Bill
Noah
Harvey
Smith
Emma
Shaun
June
Gwen
Anya
Alan
Biscuit
Dave
Maya
Jason
Cassie
Bailey
Mia
Barney
Belle
Harry
Dexter
Indie
Ruby
Stella
Bear
Bob
King
Knight
Bruce
Doug
Quade
Stirling
Dollar
Dorian
Sun
Glorie
Sparky
Amigo
Shaggy
Rogue
Bandit
Jude
Jethro
Micah
Tarley
Kingsley
Artemis
Jin
Ora
Mystic
Elder
Storm
Bananas
Cookie
Trixie
Biscuits
Fluffy
Blossom
Sugar
Sweetie
Spring
Romeo
Marley
Golden

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What Are Some Popular Names For Chocolate Labs?

Labs of all types are lovable goofs that have the ability to lounge around on your couch with you as you watch television, or sprint into a lake after prey. They epitomize the energy and intelligence of their race while managing to keep up with our sometimes sloth-like activity level.

Chocolate Labs are some of the happiest, loving dogs on the planet and deserve a name that best accentuates their astonishing level of intelligence and compassion.

The list below has been compiled from some of the most popular male dog names for Chocolate Labs so that you can find a name that is perfect for this stellar breed.

Whiskey
Admiral
Percy
Hershey
Spike
Ace
Cooper
Moose
Rambo
Maximus
Sully
Butch
Hickory
Boots
Diesel
Russet
Arrow
Chief
Bolt
Goliath
Chase
Heath
Boss
Rolo
Toby
Bernie
Champ
Corky
Buck
Hawkeye
Crash
Axel
Spud
Godiva
Fido
Skip
Maverick
Blaze
Teddy
Guinness
Java
Espresso
Cadbury
Kahlua
Tootsie
Brownie
Coco
Bear
Remi
Winchester
Tank
Ruger
Remington
Ammo
Bullet
Trigger
Radar
Scout
Ranger
Trapper
Bane
T-Bone
Rex
Vinnie
Hercules
Duke
Tito
Brutus
Bruiser
Trooper
Blitz
Thor
Scrappy
Rascal
Murphy
Murray
Lucky
Kirby
Harvey
Ernie
Charlie
Chance
Buster
Buddy
Baxter
Augie
Snickers
Gunner
Hunter
Avalanche
Rocky
Mack
Justice
Sarge
Hulk
Captain
Mocha
Mudd
Chewbacca
Tanner

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Dog Name Inspiration

Inspiration can strike at any moment, but when you are bringing home a new friend in a month, a week, a day, or even right now, it may be difficult to come up with the perfect name for your new family member on the spot. However, blogs like ours can give you the push you need to see the types of names that dog owners are using across the world.

Whether the perfect name is on one of these lists, or they simply help you come up with a name that better suits your new pup, dog name lists are a perfect place to start searching for inspiration.

Inspiration can come from anywhere. If you are struggling in the naming department simply look around or take a walk. People have chosen names like Shadow or Moon for their dogs enough times for both to fairly popular across the internet and inspiration for those names is as simple as opening your eyes.

If you are looking for something more intellectual, look at names of fictional characters from your favorite book, movies (e.g. Star Wars), or names of famous people from history. Einstein is well-known for his theory of relativity, but his name is also well-known as a popular dog name.

Another place is the shining city of Hollywood. Celebs choose names for their kids that make us roll our eyes, but you certainly can't fault them for a lack of creativity. Choose a name that lines up with your favorite character from a movie or TV show, or maybe even your favorite actor or actress. Your favourite food may also make a great name!

Inspiration is all around you. Just remember to pick a name that you and your family will love so that when your furry friend comes home for the first time, they can be greeted by the name that will come to symbolize your love for them.

Help Choosing The Right Name

It can be more than difficult to choose the correct name for your dog. If you have brought your pup home and still don't know what to call them, don't get discouraged.

It is actually more common than you think for new owners to struggle with deciding on a name. Even if some owners have known what they would name their dog from the time they were five years old, it is actually a much more normal situation for new owners to wait until they have seen a bit of their dog's personality before deciding on what to call them.

If at first, you don't succeed, try, try again. When your dog comes home for the first time you can try out a name that you may not be completely confident about. If it works, then that is great, but if it just feels wrong, or doesn't suit your new dog's personality, then try out another.

It takes your pup a little while to really associate the word you are saying with the knowledge that that is what they are called, so take your time and try out a few different names over the first week until one just seems to stick.

Some Things To Keep In Mind When Choosing A New Name For Your Dog

It's important that when you choose a name for your dog that you keep some things in mind so that you can avoid the mistakes that some new owners make when they name without thinking about the potential consequences of their decision.

Choose a name you won't mind yelling in public. Trust me, it may seem funny to name your dog Hotdog or Pickles, but when you are walking up and down your street shouting Hotdog at the top of your lungs, you may regret your decision.

Pick a name that you know everyone in your house will be happy with. One of the worst things that can happen is that one person in the house decides on a name they like, knowing the rest of the family disagrees. Your dog will be coming into a brand-new environment and as much as he should be greeted with love, a disagreement between family can create a lingering resentment that your new dog will pick up on.

Whatever name you decide on for your new dog, make sure that you try it out a few times before making it official. It may seem silly, but practicing calling your dog's name can tell you pretty quickly whether you like how it sounds or not.

If your new dog is coming home from a shelter, ask the shelter workers for your dog's history. In some cases, it may be heartbreaking to hear what types of situations your dog has been through in the past, but it can be important for you to know this information so that you can make an informed decision about whether your dog needs a new name or if their current name is best. Some dogs from abusive situations may react negatively to their given name due to their past experience with bad owners. In this case, it would be a good thing to switch up their moniker and really give them a new outlook on life.

However, there are situations where an abused dog may react poorly to changes in their lives because of the situations they have had to live through. Keep in mind that you will be changing their living arrangement, their sleeping arrangement, and likely their food and exercise schedule to better match your family's. In these cases, it may be better to leave them with their given name to avoid changing too many things all at once.

Remember, nothing prevents you from revisiting a name change in the future when your new dog feels safe and secure in their new home.

Conclusion

No matter the name you end up choosing for your dog, the most important thing to remember is that it isn't what they are called that makes them love, respect, and obey you, it is how you care for them as a responsible dog owner. Make sure that you attend to their needs in the same way that you attend to your own and choose a dog that suits your lifestyle.

Without exercise, discipline, food, and tons of love your dog won't be able to grow into their potential, regardless of whether you give them the best name or the worst name on the planet.

Dogs don't care much about the way in which we categorize names. One name or another doesn't sound better or worse to your dog. The only thing that matters to them is that they are happy, healthy, and fulfilled.

So, take the time you need to decide on a name that you love, but keep in mind that your dog will love you for how you treat them, not what you call them.

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