By Janice A. Jones | Updated January 29, 2020
Ever wonder how people come up with the perfect name for their new puppy? Why do some come up with the right name immediately and others struggle for weeks on end trying to choose an exceptional name. Most of us are somewhere between these two extremes.
Some want their dog to have a popular name. Pop culture, familiar cartoon, book, or movie characters and even celebrities often influence our decision making.
Some want their dog's name to reflect something of the personality, color, or breed of the dog.
Maybe you are one of those people who want something truly unique and will search high and low until the perfect name rolls flawlessly over your tongue.
Most people struggle with this task but relax, sometimes the perfect name just sounds good when spoken aloud.
Here's hoping your find your perfect boy puppy name from the choices below, but if not, click on the next paw print to continue reading.
Here is our index of great dog names and below are are few of our most popular dog name pages.
Use the form below to contact me with your great ideas. I'll add them to this page along with a quick note letting the world know that it was you that suggested the name.
Having lived with dogs and cats most of her life, Janice served as a veterinary technician for ten years in Maryland and twelve years as a Shih Tzu dog breeder in Ohio.
Her education includes undergraduate degrees in Psychology with a minor in biology, Early Childhood Education, and Nursing, and a master's in Mental Health Counseling.
She is a lifelong learner, a dog lover, and passionate about the welfare of animals. Her favorite breed for over 50 years has been the Shih Tzu, but she has also lived with Poodles, Maltese, Yorkshire Terriers, Beagles, English Bulldogs, Carin Terriers, and a Cocker Spaniel.
When not writing, reading, and researching dog-related topics, she likes to spend time with her eight Shih Tzu dogs, husband, and family, as well as knitting and crocheting. She is also the voice behind Miracle Shih Tzu and Smart-Knit-Crocheting
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