Naming your new Pug puppy can be quite tricky. Some Pug
breeders say it can be just as hard as naming a new born child! There are
several different factors you should keep in mind when thinking about a name.
Here are some tips to aid you in this process:
You should pick a name that the new Pug puppy can easilyunderstand or become familiar with; studies have shown that one or two syllable
names are much easier for an animal to understand and become accustomed to.
You should also pick a name that you would not mind calling
out in public; naming your dog "Stinky" and then having to call that
name out may get you some stares at the dog park. Keep this in mind when
choosing a name.
You will want to stay clear of names that sound very similar
to commands; for example, "Joe" sounds very similar to
"No". Your Pug may become confused with such a similar sounding name.
If you have a long name in mind, you should keep in mind
what the name will sound like when shortened. Most of these longer names become
shortened just because it's easier or cuter to call the Pug puppy by a
shortened nickname, so pick a name that can flow well when shortened.
You should also consider doing some research on the Pug's
history and origin. This may help you when thinking of foreign names for your
puppy.
Pet owners and Pug breeders suggest waiting a few days
before naming your new puppy. This will allow you some time to get used to your
Pug puppy's personality and traits.
You may find it heartwarming to name your dog after a family
member that you hold dear to your heart, but please be aware that the family
member may not find it as cute. Sometimes people will be offended by this.
Another point to consider is that your Pug puppy will not
remain a puppy forever; puppies grow and certain cute baby names may not fit an
older dog. You will want something that will define the dog even at his old
age.
Some Pug breeders recommend looking to favorite movies or TV
shows to help aid in the quest for the perfect pet name. You can name your Pug
after a TV show that you enjoyed as a child, which will evoke happy memories
and make you think of these happy times when you call out your dog's name.
According to a recent study, we have found that more than
50% of pet owners and Pug breeders name their pets names that resemble human
names, or names that they would name themselves, and 20% of pet names are based
on the animal's personality or color. For example an all back Lab would be
named "Midnight" and an active and on the go Chihuahua would be named
"Dash."
Once you have finally picked the perfect name, we recommend
trying it out for a full day. This is a sure fire way to decide if that name
suits your Pug pup. You'll know after one day if it's not right for your Pug.
