Dogs as Pets

The days of naming your new pups Fido and Scout are over. The doggie name tradition is changing and, much like the new trends in naming infants, is much more inclusive and creative.

When you get a new dog, deciding upon the name can be be overwhelming. While there are many common pet names, it's easy to come up with a creative name for your dog that won't get lost among the...

Whether your blood bleeds the rich green of an Irish shamrock, or you're the kind that's only Irish on St. Patrick's Day, considering an Irish name for your new puppy might not be a bad thing....

If you have an as-of-yet unnamed dog or are thinking of adding a dog to your household, you needn't go with one of a handful of standard dog names. Names like Spot and Fido suggest you have a...

Dogs are the most popular pet in the United States, with more than 73 million Americans who call themselves dog owners. With this popularity, finding an extravagant AND unique name for your dog...

Naming your dog is very important. A dog's name will carry her throughout her life. You will call her by it, refer to her with it, and use it when she's happy, naughty, sad, or scared. You will...

What could be cuter than a puppy? It's been said that people live up to their names. Well, I happen to believe that the same can be said of dogs. So choose that puppy's name with care. Here...

Cute puppy names are sometimes hard to choose because it's like naming a child. After all, they are part of the family and we become very attached to them. So, it's always good to take the time to...

According to more than 450,000 pet insurance records at VIP Pet Health Insurance, the most popular dog names are Jake, Bailey, Max, Lola, Bella, Lucy and Buster. It seems that "people names" have...

Bringing a new dog into your family is always exciting, and giving them a name is one of the first steps to creating a bond. Picking a name that is original and a good fit for the pet is a good...

People spend months choosing the best name they can for their children, usually while waiting for their arrival. Others even daydream about what they will name their first boy or their first girl....

You have just brought home the most adorable little puppy and now the newest member of your family needs a name. Naming a puppy can be challenging. But there are ways to make the process easier....

If you just got a new dog then one of the first things you will want to do is to come up with a name for your new dog. There are many names to choose from so it will not be hard to find one you...

Popular dog names like Lady and Kujo are easy to conjure, but finding unique dog names can also be painless - at least for the people who know where to look. All puppies deserve a name that would...

Perfect female dog names range from cute to intimidating; it all depends on the dog. Spoiled puppies often have commonplace names like 'Princess' and 'Tinkerbelle'. How boring! The name should...

Names like 'Spot' could apply to millions of dogs around the world. Pet owners should work hard to find unique dogs names for their one-of-a-kind pets. Choosing the ideal dog name can be quite an...

Find a new name for your puppy or dog can be challenging. You want it to be unique, creative and suit your dog's personality. Here are a few ways to think of a name for your best friend that will...

Bringing home a little puppy or a new dog is an exciting experience, but what will you call your new furry friend? Naming a pet can be a difficult task and many pet owners aren't quite sure where...

Bringing a pet into the family requires finding the perfect name for your new addition. Here are some ways to make sure you select a fitting name for the newest family member.