Everything you'll need to know about a dog's name

Getting a new dog and have no idea what to name it? Well, this guide is for you. It will help you pick a name, tips about naming, and even about name-tags.

Tip 1: Picking a name

The first thing that you'd need to do is to pick a name. Picking a suiting name can be tricky, so here are a few tips that can help you out:

• Pick a name that doesn't sound like a command (such as lay and May)

• Pick a name that doesn't have negative connotations

• Pick a name that is either one or two syllables

• Pick a name that reflects your dogs personality and color

• Pick a name that ends with a vowel because dogs will understand it better (A, E, I, O, U, and sometimes Y)

• Pick a name that isn't to common or to weird (Don't pick Max or Steven)

Tip 2: Name ideas

Still having trouble? Well, I gathered up a list of my favorite names and what dog they will suit, to help set an example.

1. Sandbay (male, yellow dogs, large dogs)

2. Charlie (male, black and white dogs, medium dogs)

3. Phoebe (female, brown dogs, small dogs)

4. Shea (female, white dogs, large dogs)

5. Tessie (female, gray dogs, small dogs)

6. Tino (male, brown dogs, large dogs)

7. Bono (male, brown dogs, large dogs)

Tip 3: Names to avoid

There are a lot of reasons why you should avoid a name, whether they be offensive, to common, or just plain dumb. You don't want to be at a dog park and have to shout "Come here, Hitler!"

Names to avoid because they are offensive (and most likely embarrassing for you)

• Hitler, Adolf, Nazi, Swastika

• Nig

• Gaylord

• Stalin

Names to avoid because they are too common

• Buddy

• Max

• Bella

• Lucy

• Daisy

• Jake

• Jack

• Fido

• Rover

• Rocky

• Bear

• Buster

• Stella

• Molly

• Duke

Names to avoid just because they are stupid (and you'll look stupid naming them that)

1. Cupcake, Sugar, Pumpkin (anything after food, basically)

2. Dee O Gee (spells DOG)

3. Killer, Tuff, Ruff (so edgy, oooo)

4. Princess, Cutie, Sweetie, Baby (don't name it after something you'll call your spouse)

5. Hairy, Harry (just sounds gross)

6. Snowflake, Snowball (do not name your white dog after anything snow)

7. K-9, O.J, T.J (anything that is abbreviated)

8. Anything after a celebrity (or a pun of one)

Tip 4: The name tag and collar

Having a name tag and collar is a must. In case your dog gets lost, you'll need a wa for people to call you and say they found your dog. Things to put on your dogs name tag are:

• The dog's name

• Your phone number

• Your address (in some places)

• Your name (in some places)

• Any rabies or other vaccination medals

Types of name tags

There are many types of name tags besides the classic dangly bone. Choose one that styles you the best

The classic dangle

Pros:

• Easy to see

• Can put a lot of information on it

Cons:

• Can be noisy when the dog moves

• Can fall off if not put on correctly

Silicone

Pros:

• Is quiet and doesn't make noise

• Easy to see

Cons:

• Might break off

Slide-On

Pros:

• Noise-free

• Can put a lot of information on it

Cons:

• May be hard to see depending on the color you get

Picking a name and name tag can be a fun experience for you and your dog. Please, choose wisely. Happy reading, and of course, Canine Good.