poiema Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 We brought home a Cavalier King Charles a few months ago and I still have not sent in his AKC papers because I can't settle on a name. We named him Charley Brown, but we call him Charley or Charley Bear. His official name has to start with Fireflyz and can only be 36 characters. Suggestions please! I know this probably seems pretentious and silly and I am totally embarrassed to ask, but AKC names are suppose to be unique. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 What about Fireflyz Rock In A Pillowcase? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 I am seriously laughing out loud! That is hilarious!! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Lol. I try. My purebred Lab and Lhasa Apso were never registered with the AKC (I fixed them). You gave me an opportunity to be creative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I've never registered our AKC dogs, either, including our current Shih Tzu who has a very impressive pedigree. I had him neutered (like all our other pets), so I didn't see the point in paying the registration fee. Plus . . . I'm just not very good at creative names, so it seemed like more work than it was worth in terms of brain power and money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I never realized that the AKC was so picky about names. Why does it have to start with Fireflyz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanvan Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Is there some reason you don't want to call him Fireflyz' Charley Brown? Have you checked to see if that name has been used already? The AKC does put a limit on how many times a name can be used, so it may not even be an option, but I think it's a fine AKC name. My Dd shows her dog and she named him (kennel name) Miles Standish. I wanted her to name him Miles To Go, but she would have none of that. BTW, for those who don't know, kids can show a neutered dog in Jr Showmanship. You just can't show in the breed ring. Our guy is neutered and Dd is doing very well with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 And mixed breeds can compete in performance events like obedience and agility! Working with your dog(s) is incredibly rewarding! It's not just about "pretension" and "show dogs." The name must begin with "Fireflyz" because that's the breeder's kennel name. Many (most) breeders require that their kennel prefix be included in the registered name. Fireflys He's a Good Man ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Fireflyz Serenity Captain Mal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanvan Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 And mixed breeds can compete in performance events like obedience and agility! Working with your dog(s) is incredibly rewarding! It's not just about "pretension" and "show dogs." I was going to say this too, but I was thinking that an AKC name isn't all that important in performance events, but I suppose the kennel might like to have recognition if a dog does well in those events too. We have one with an AKC name and one without. The one without is still registered with the AKC PAL (purebred alternative listing), but we just kept his plain old around the house name. The name must begin with "Fireflyz" because that's the breeder's kennel name. Many (most) breeders require that their kennel prefix be included in the registered name. Fireflys He's a Good Man ? I love, love love, the name! Look no further. (Not that I'm the final authority.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Fireflyz In Your Pocket Fireflyz In The Kitchen Fireflyz Kings Ransom -- We have registered our German Shepherds even though they have been 'altered'...Even altered dogs can earn titles and training goals (Good Citizenship...) Our Kennel appreciates it when we link a title earned to the AKC /kennel name. Our puppy is " WSKs Charles Tucker The Third " with a call name of " Trip " (he is 120+ pounds and we trip over him ALL THE TIME!-- we also 'Trip out' and can be found 'Trip in' quite a bit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meriwether Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Fireflys He's a Good Man ? That is perfect! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Yes, breeders are very pleased when titles are earned by dogs with their kennel name prefix. It shows that their lines have working ability-- brains and good looks, in other words. The registered name is never used around the house; dogs have "call names." Sometimes they have something to do with the registered name, and sometimes they don't. Below I have our current dogs' names, and their call names come after. For the first two, their call names are just shortened versions of their registered names. For Schoodie, Acadia National Park is one of our favorite places, and "Schoodic Point" is a location we love in the park. astrid and: VLX U-GCH, GCH Seelowen Danika, CD, DD, RN, TT, CGC, TDI (Dani) CH Seelowen Kayak Calm Waters, CGC (Ky) GCH Wanderweg's Heart of Acadia, CD, RN (Schoodic) Curlingstone's General Tso, CGC (Yoshi) And a host of others at The Bridge, including my heart dog: VLA CH Yuma Lion de la Toison d'Or, CD, DD, TT, CGC, TDI (Yuma) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 I like Fireflyz He's a Good Man. I will have to talk with DH. He had the idea of Fireflyz Good Grief Charley Brown or Good Grief Charles. What do you think of those names? For those who know, is it more common for dogs to have fun names or fancy names like Sir Charles Poppycock the Great? (I have no intention of using that name, BTW, just for example) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natjen05 Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I never realized that the AKC was so picky about names. Why does it have to start with Fireflyz? It has something to do with his parents I think. Its been a while since I did this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I like Fireflyz He's a Good Man. I will have to talk with DH. He had the idea of Fireflyz Good Grief Charley Brown or Good Grief Charles. What do you think of those names? For those who know, is it more common for dogs to have fun names or fancy names like Sir Charles Poppycock the Great? (I have no intention of using that name, BTW, just for example) Depends......but I read through show catalogs every single weekend and I can tell you I see more fun, catchy names than Sir Charles Poppycock The Great type names. In my own experience, we pick names before we bring the puppy home, because our breeder files the paperwork. We often do geographical names (Schoodic, Yuma, etc.) or something that has some meaning to us or the breeder. Kayak was a "K" litter, so his name had to begin with a K. Our breeder's husband builds inlaid wood sea kayaks that are displayed in maritime museums all over the world, and he builds them lovingly by hand, so we used "Kayak Calm Waters" for his registered name to pay homage to Jurgen, the breeder's husband. Some breeders have "theme" litters-- songs, geography, etc. My dd is a huge Beatles fan and has tons of "Beatles" puppy names picked out for our kennel prefix, which is "Curlingstone." Curlingstone's Strawberry Fields, Curlingstone's Eleanor Rigby, Curlingstones Lucy in the Sky, Curlingstone's Words of Wisdom (Let it Be) etc. I like Fireflyz He's a Good Man better than "Fireflyz Good Grief Charlie Brown" because the former draws the connection without making it seem "trademarked." I don't know... I'm picky about names, and I love to play the Name Game with puppies and litters. astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 I never realized that the AKC was so picky about names. Why does it have to start with Fireflyz? Thet AKC could care less, as long as the name you want isn't taken and you remember to put the check in the envelope! ;-) The breeder often files the paperwork, but if it's left to the buyer to do it, they often stipulate that you use the kennel prefix. astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 Depends......but I read through show catalogs every single weekend and I can tell you I see more fun, catchy names than Sir Charles Poppycock The Great type names. In my own experience, we pick names before we bring the puppy home, because our breeder files the paperwork. We often do geographical names (Schoodic, Yuma, etc.) or something that has some meaning to us or the breeder. Kayak was a "K" litter, so his name had to begin with a K. Our breeder's husband builds inlaid wood sea kayaks that are displayed in maritime museums all over the world, and he builds them lovingly by hand, so we used "Kayak Calm Waters" for his registered name to pay homage to Jurgen, the breeder's husband. Some breeders have "theme" litters-- songs, geography, etc. My dd is a huge Beatles fan and has tons of "Beatles" puppy names picked out for our kennel prefix, which is "Curlingstone." Curlingstone's Strawberry Fields, Curlingstone's Eleanor Rigby, Curlingstones Lucy in the Sky, Curlingstone's Words of Wisdom (Let it Be) etc. I like Fireflyz He's a Good Man better than "Fireflyz Good Grief Charlie Brown" because the former draws the connection without making it seem "trademarked." I don't know... I'm picky about names, and I love to play the Name Game with puppies and litters. astrid Thanks, that is helpful.And I love the Beetles names! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Thanks, that is helpful.And I love the Beetles names! You're very welcome. I forgot to add that for what it's worth, those of us in the purebred dog world tend to really remark on and appreciate a great name. The Name Game is a favorite pastime of dog folks, and it's wonderful that you're putting thought into it. Charlie's a lucky boy! (And now where are the pictures?! Few things are cuter than a Cav!) :-) astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 What about Fireflyz Rock In A Pillowcase? There aren't enough words for how much I love this. And now I can't stop trying for more: Fireflyz I Got a Rock Fireflyz Roundheaded Kid Fireflyz Tens and Twenties Fireflyz Pantophobia Fireflyz Toast and Popcorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 4, 2012 Author Share Posted December 4, 2012 You're very welcome. I forgot to add that for what it's worth, those of us in the purebred dog world tend to really remark on and appreciate a great name. The Name Game is a favorite pastime of dog folks, and it's wonderful that you're putting thought into it. Charlie's a lucky boy! (And now where are the pictures?! Few things are cuter than a Cav!) :-) astrid I know, right! :001_wub: I am so ridiculously smitten. I just tried to upload a picture but it said the file was too big. I will see if DH can help me out when he gets home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Some alliteration? Fireflyz Fifth Flying Fencepost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 Some alliteration? Fireflyz Fifth Flying Fencepost? Hmm..... cute, but is it keeping the Charlie Brown theme? Maybe I'm just not getting it? Fireflyz Peanuts Pal (Charlie Brown) ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 4, 2012 Share Posted December 4, 2012 There aren't enough words for how much I love this. And now I can't stop trying for more: Fireflyz I Got a Rock Fireflyz Roundheaded Kid Fireflyz Tens and Twenties Fireflyz Pantophobia Fireflyz Toast and Popcorn SEE?! Isn't it fun? WAAAAY more fun than naming babies, if you ask me! Fewer "is this weird?" paramaters!! LOVE "Roundheaded Kid" because it's actually a breed characteristic (and a somewhat controversial one, actually!) of Cavs. VERY appropriate for the breed. Fireflyz Grab the Antiseptic (LOL! naw, just kidding!) Fireflyz Security Blanket (but then his call name would have to be "Linus.") Fireflyz In Love With Lucy Fireflyz Cute Redheaded Girl Fireflyz Woodstock's Companion Fireflyz Finally Kicked the Football (there's your alliteration, OP!) Fireflyz The Great Pumpkin I think I still like, "Fireflyz He's A Good Man" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanvan Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 I think I still like, "Fireflyz He's A Good Man" :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 5, 2012 Author Share Posted December 5, 2012 SEE?! Isn't it fun? WAAAAY more fun than naming babies, if you ask me! Fewer "is this weird?" paramaters!! LOVE "Roundheaded Kid" because it's actually a breed characteristic (and a somewhat controversial one, actually!) of Cavs. VERY appropriate for the breed. Fireflyz Grab the Antiseptic (LOL! naw, just kidding!) Fireflyz Security Blanket (but then his call name would have to be "Linus.") Fireflyz In Love With Lucy Fireflyz Cute Redheaded Girl Fireflyz Woodstock's Companion Fireflyz Finally Kicked the Football (there's your alliteration, OP!) Fireflyz The Great Pumpkin I think I still like, "Fireflyz He's A Good Man" Oh, you are giving me so many ideas for my next Cav. I was already planning to get a Tri and name her Lucy. But now I want a Black and Tan so I can use that Linus name, and I love Cute Red Headed Girl for a Ruby!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Oh, you are giving me so many ideas for my next Cav. I was already planning to get a Tri and name her Lucy. But now I want a Black and Tan so I can use that Linus name, and I love Cute Red Headed Girl for a Ruby!! LOL! It's an ADDICTION! But see how much fun it is to play the puppy name game? Like I said, WAAAY more fun than baby-naming! :-) I've always wanted to use the name "Linus." LOVE the whole imagery. And when I typed out "Cute Redheaded Girl" I was specifically thinking of a Ruby Cav. SO cute! astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kebo Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Fireflyz He's a Good Man is really cute. I just wanted to add Fireflyz Kissed by a Dog (or Fireflyz I've Been Kissed by a Dog) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 5, 2012 Author Share Posted December 5, 2012 Fireflyz He's a Good Man is really cute. I just wanted to add Fireflyz Kissed by a Dog (or Fireflyz I've Been Kissed by a Dog) Oh that is so sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 5, 2012 Author Share Posted December 5, 2012 Yay, I finally got a picture up! He is passed his fluffy pup and gawky teen stages and is now settling into his grumpy old man face. I couldn't resist including a picture of him during his fluffy puppy stage. Who doesn't love puppies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 OMG I am dying of cuteness! ' I'm hugely devoted to my breed, but there is nearly NOTHING as cute as a Cav puppy. Seriously. If I lived with him I would do nothing but stroke that soft head. He's just darling!!!! And he looks like a "Good Man, Charlie Brown!" Hugs, astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 5, 2012 Author Share Posted December 5, 2012 Seriously! It's a wonder I get anything else done. He is such a love bug. Ok, so now are you suggesting "Good Man, Charley Brown" or still "He's a Good Man"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Seriously! It's a wonder I get anything else done. He is such a love bug. Ok, so now are you suggesting "Good Man, Charley Brown" or still "He's a Good Man"? Either is adorable, but I still like "He's a Good Man." But I would call him "Charlie Pookins Love Sponge Sweet Boy Come Snuggle With Me." Too long, you think? astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kebo Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Yay, I finally got a picture up! He is passed his fluffy pup and gawky teen stages and is now settling into his grumpy old man face. I couldn't resist including a picture of him during his fluffy puppy stage. Who doesn't love puppies? That's a VERY cute puppy! Is he as calm as he looks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 6, 2012 Author Share Posted December 6, 2012 That's a VERY cute puppy! Is he as calm as he looks? Yes and no. They are lap dogs but they are also very playful, it just depends on what you want to do. They are happy to adapt to your activity level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poiema Posted December 6, 2012 Author Share Posted December 6, 2012 Yay, I finally did it. Thanks for all your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 Awwww! Wonderful!!! Give the little guy a squeeze for me! Astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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