Pen Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 What’s a good name for a female puppy who will look a lot like the one in this video (almost no white on face and one black body marking almost heart shaped) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Pixie or Sprite - the ears. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Since I take my pup to an off leash dog park, I like unique names, or unexpected people names, so you don't get 5 dogs if you call out "Luna". This is my favorite site for dog names, there are several lists if you keep scrolling down. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lulubelle Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 My ds18 says Matilda. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinball Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Cupid? Bc of the heart shaped mark? Pepper? I love that name for black or mostly black dogs Petey...from Little Rascals 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I don’t know what to name him, but now I want a puppy like that. SO ADORABLE!!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Ok, as it turns out, I do have one idea. We used to have a Pomeranian named Spike, so that’s my suggestion. 🙂 But that might be too boyish for a female dog, unless you think she has gender issues. 😉 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinball Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 24 minutes ago, Catwoman said: Ok, as it turns out, I do have one idea. We used to have a Pomeranian named Spike, so that’s my suggestion. 🙂 But that might be too boyish for a female dog, unless you think she has gender issues. 😉 If I had a Pomeranian named Spike, I’d make him wear one of those doggy Stegosaurus costumes and tell people that Land Before Time is his favorite movie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Sophie or Sylvie. I don't know why but I think she needs an S name. Spike or Sprite would be good too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Laura Corin said: Pixie or Sprite - the ears. 51 minutes ago, pinball said: Cupid? Bc of the heart shaped mark? Pepper? I love that name for black or mostly black dogs Petey...from Little Rascals Pixie sounds too much like our other dog’s name. Sprite is the name of the dog in the film and is definitely possible! So are Matilda, Cupid, Pepper all possible. And Pepper led me to think of Piper, Chips (like chocolate ones) and Sugar (for the white parts) Allspice? Turmeric? . A black spotted dog near us is called Dotcom, so I can’t use anything similar, but I think it’s cute and original. Petey and Spike are both cute even for female without gender issues 🙂 Some other possible ones - Brio (only trouble seems rhyme with “no”) I like the idea of life Con Brio. Maybe Bria for female and not to rhyme with No, or maybe Allegra would be similar idea (though wish it weren’t an antihistamine). Miracle (son’s contribution, but he may want to save it for a personal dog, not family dog) Clara (current name and has been growing on me to possibly just keep it) Koala Sprite Spirit 1 hour ago, Laura Corin said: 1 hour ago, Tap said: Since I take my pup to an off leash dog park, I like unique names, or unexpected people names, so you don't get 5 dogs if you call out "Luna". This is my favorite site for dog names, there are several lists if you keep scrolling down. That’s a good point about not too common. We have some neighborhood dogs who get called a lot where common or not I need to avoid same or close sounding names. Lots there! 57 minutes ago, lulubelle said: My ds18 says Matilda. Tell him thank you, putting it on my list 51 minutes ago, pinball said: Cupid? Bc of the heart shaped mark? Pepper? I love that name for black or mostly black dogs Petey...from Little Rascals cute ones. Lark Lake Scout Constance Fido / Fidelity Braveheart Heartsong Heartjoy Valentine Matilda Theodora Angelique Adelaide Albany Dover Hermione Harmony Melody Cadence Cara/Carina Applepie Edited June 26, 2021 by Pen 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 (edited) 7 minutes ago, BaseballandHockey said: Sophie or Sylvie. I don't know why but I think she needs an S name. Spike or Sprite would be good too. I liked Sophie and Sabrina, but we know several human girls with those names. Scout Stevia Sweet____ Swift Serendipity Synergy Edited June 26, 2021 by Pen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinball Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Pen, have you heard the theory to use short names? 1 or 2 syllables? ” Short Names Are the Best If you want a dog who easily and promptly responds to its name, keep it simple and short. The name should be no longer than two syllables. This allows you to pronounce it quickly should you need to get your dog's immediate attention. A short name, therefore, works great for working dogs or those enrolled in sporting events. While short names work best, two-syllable names may actually work better than one if your dog is distracted. This first syllable alerts them, while the second one gets them running. If they are distracted or miss the first part, they receive confirmation when they hear the second.” https://pethelpful.com/dogs/Five-Dog-Trainer-Tips-on-Naming-Your-Dog 4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lori D. Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Corazon (heart in Spanish) -- Cora for short 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 24 minutes ago, pinball said: Pen, have you heard the theory to use short names? 1 or 2 syllables? ” Short Names Are the Best If you want a dog who easily and promptly responds to its name, keep it simple and short. The name should be no longer than two syllables. This allows you to pronounce it quickly should you need to get your dog's immediate attention. A short name, therefore, works great for working dogs or those enrolled in sporting events. yes- also names with a hard sound like K or hard G are supposed to help 24 minutes ago, pinball said: While short names work best, two-syllable names may actually work better than one if your dog is distracted. This first syllable alerts them, while the second one gets them running. If they are distracted or miss the first part, they receive confirmation when they hear the second.” https://pethelpful.com/dogs/Five-Dog-Trainer-Tips-on-Naming-Your-Dog . irl we tend to take first syllable or sound, and double it (Koala would probably be called Koko, miracle called Mimi, or MirMir, Matilda MatMat or Mutmut ...) so I should probably check any possible name for what will happen if that ends up the usual default that the dog is actually called. Our current dog has a two word, three syllable name (that he came to us with), but usually it’s abbreviated down to one or two syllables- oftentimes the first syllable repeated twice. Though his all 3 full name when really wanting his attention somewhat like using a child’s first and middle name (another theory I have heard - particularly for competitive obedience, is to use a long name so as to give several syllables to get the dog’s attention off the cute Golden Retriever opposite and back to the human. Like “Theodore Roosevelt Junior, Sit” might get attention while “Ted, Sit” might be missed while dog is still thinking about the cute Golden) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halftime Hope Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 We had a dalmatian name Chipper for several obvious reasons. 😉 I also like Sprite, because it's feminine and spunky. And while it might not be politically correct for whatever reason, Gypsy invokes a joie de vivre. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faith-manor Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 Dover, Pip, Lass, Dahlia, Lolly, Liddy, Cammie Our cocker spaniel is Clive Staples Lewis. We call him Lewis. Not sure what C.S. would think about that! 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popmom Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 Go to Twitter and search @petfindernames. 😂 just for a laugh. One of my faves is the hamster named “Constructive Criticism”, and I’m considering renaming one of my cats “General Grievance” because it’s just so appropriate. 😉 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popmom Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 (edited) How about Piper? Lily Bea? Dixie? My dogs are females...Willow and Winnie. My dds’ female dogs are Darla and Honey. Edited June 27, 2021 by popmom 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 We named a kitten with a black heart shape spot on her leg "Tattoo". She also has no tail so occasionally I call her "Stubs" That poor kitten has so many nicknames that she may never learn her real one. 😸 Good luck on your name search. I can't wait to see pictures of your baby! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 On 6/26/2021 at 4:55 PM, Catwoman said: But that might be too boyish for a female dog, unless you think she has gender issues. 😉 I had a cockatiel when I was younger that I named Dudley because I was told it was male, but it was actually female. No name ideas - I'm terrible with that but I love many of the above suggestions! 🙂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 28, 2021 Author Share Posted June 28, 2021 Currently leaning toward Piper. New ideas Mica / Micah Courage Madigan (means little dog) Taka 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faith-manor Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 I like Piper! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 I like Piper, too! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbcdeDooDah Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 Our neighbor has a female dog named Mikey and I think it’s such a cute name. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 I like Piper, but I also love Clara. Annnnndddd, now I’m jealous for wanting a dog again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 We had a cat named Zelda and I've always loved that name. It was actually a boy cat that we thought was a girl initially. She had lots of nicknames, my favorite was Zellie 😺 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 Sadie? Jackie...? The dog in that video looks energetic, so I think an energetic name would fit 🙂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 I like Bria. Clara is a fairly popular name for little girls right now, including one I know, so I wouldn't use it for a dog. Piper, too, is in the top 100. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanin Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 Penny!!!!! Lucky Penny? Okay, I'll stop now! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 30, 2021 Author Share Posted June 30, 2021 (edited) 12 hours ago, Carolina Wren said: I like Bria. Clara is a fairly popular name for little girls right now, including one I know, so I wouldn't use it for a dog. Piper, too, is in the top 100. my son’s friend group includes a Clara. I didn’t realize Piper was currently fairly popular for little girls Is the horse in A Horse and His Boy named Bree? (eta: yes just looked it up) Ive been playing with just sounds that are supposed to be attractive to dogs ... k g d t that gave me Cricket, Tykka, Digger, Skipper, ... type names Also considering Jedi and Yoda Sabaka (dog in Russian) Edited June 30, 2021 by Pen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popmom Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 (edited) On 6/29/2021 at 10:48 AM, Carolina Wren said: I like Bria. Clara is a fairly popular name for little girls right now, including one I know, so I wouldn't use it for a dog. Piper, too, is in the top 100. Don’t quote please. I will probably delete names for privacy. Deleted for privacy I don’t think there’s anything wrong with using a popular girl’s name for a pup. My husband’s dog growing up was named ...... We named one of our daughters .......! 🙂 Can’t wait to show dh how popular the name Piper has become. 😂😭😭 Edited June 30, 2021 by popmom 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted June 30, 2021 Author Share Posted June 30, 2021 On 6/26/2021 at 8:16 PM, Halftime Hope said: We had a dalmatian name Chipper for several obvious reasons. 😉 I also like Sprite, because it's feminine and spunky. And while it might not be politically correct for whatever reason, Gypsy invokes a joie de vivre. Chipper is growing on me as combo of appearance and chipper like cheerful 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 I do know several human Pipers, but for myself, that doesn’t deter me; I think using human names for pets is a nice way to use names you would have liked for a kid but couldn’t use. For years, I have liked the name Jewel for a dog, but I don’t know if it might make people think of the vape brand Juul. But I can totally hear myself saying, “How’s my Jewely-Jewel today?” 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 On 6/30/2021 at 5:54 AM, Quill said: I do know several human Pipers, but for myself, that doesn’t deter me; I think using human names for pets is a nice way to use names you would have liked for a kid but couldn’t use. For years, I have liked the name Jewel for a dog, but I don’t know if it might make people think of the vape brand Juul. But I can totally hear myself saying, “How’s my Jewely-Jewel today?” Oh my gosh, it's nice to read that others double their pet's name as a sort of nickname. We have a Bear and I often call her Beary-Bear. She's black and in my mind I think of her as Blackberry so when I say Beary-Bear I'm actually thinking Berry-Bear. LOL I love seeing how other folks refer to their pets. It definitely makes me feel a little less crazy. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrskitty76 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 Judy McGregor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 6 hours ago, stephanier.1765 said: Oh my gosh, it's nice to read that others double their pet's name as a sort of nickname. We have a Bear and I often call her Beary-Bear. She's black and in my mind I think of her as Blackberry so when I say Beary-Bear I'm actually thinking Berry-Bear. LOL I love seeing how other folks refer to their pets. It definitely makes me feel a little less crazy. We had a cat named Thor, which suited him perfectly, but we always called him Thor Bear. Why did we do this? I don’t really know, but it naturally evolved and we always called him Thor Bear. My other cat is Luna but I almost never call her Luna. I just call her Kitty or Kitty-Girl. 🤷🏻♀️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popmom Posted July 5, 2021 Share Posted July 5, 2021 On 7/4/2021 at 10:40 AM, stephanier.1765 said: Oh my gosh, it's nice to read that others double their pet's name as a sort of nickname. We have a Bear and I often call her Beary-Bear. She's black and in my mind I think of her as Blackberry so when I say Beary-Bear I'm actually thinking Berry-Bear. LOL I love seeing how other folks refer to their pets. It definitely makes me feel a little less crazy. We have a black cat named Boo that we call Boo Bear half the time. And an orange cat named Ducklin’ that we call Duck-Duck. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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