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Great Names For Canines

Updated on April 27, 2012

Doggy Names for Boys

THOR - A name of strength right out of Viking myths. Thor was the oldest son of Odin and the one with the all powerful Hammer. It's a good name for a boy doggy who is BIG, has big feet or who is really strong and slightly to very head strong and impatient.

TUCKER - a great name for an exuberant and playful male canine.

BEAR - Whether your pup is all brown, all black or just has a face like a teddy bear, this could be a great name.

GIZMO - If you're a fan of the classic movie "Gremlins", then this name will always hold a place in your heart, just as will any puppy with a quirky attitude and small body whom you bestow this name upon.

CHRONIC - It's not just a great name for Bluntman's side kick, it's also a great name for your dog, and it's fun to say.

COURAGE - For the cowardly dogs out there.

MCLOVIN - Superbad had a big impression and we are starting to see a lot of male dogs (especially Sire's) who are receiving the name McLovin. And why not?

ROSCO - Come on, I know you LOVE the Dukes of Hazard! Rosco was the name of the basset hound owned by the Sheriff, and it makes a great name for any lazy old hounds who share your heart.

DANK - Whether your dog actually stinks or you just like the name, Dank is certainly a choice to consider.

CEASAR - It's considered a name of strength and also a name of mischief, chose it wisely.

CHIEF - This name tends to fit better for male pups who are headstrong, controlling and persistent.

Doggy Names for Girls

NUVA - This a great name for a gentle doe with white or salt and pepper patterned fur. It is the Hopi word for "snow", and just sounds sweet!

LADY - This one is a classic that keeps on giving. It's classy, traditional and will work for just about any girl puppy you have the pleasure of sharing your life with. Bonus - It's easy to spell!

MOCHA - Names that describe a physical characteristic of a dog are popular and easy to remember, so if you've got a little girl with mocha colored fur, this might be the name for her!

CHARLOTTE - A beautiful name that means "free maiden"

BEAUTY - Sometimes simple is better.

GINGER - It's not just a wonderful spice, it's also a common name for female pups with are either sweet in temperament or whom are ginger colored.

BAILEY - This is a cute name for a petite female put with a feisty attitude that fits the irish heritage of this name.

MORRIGAN - as the name of a Celtic War Goddess, this could easily make a strong name for your dominate female pup.

FURRY SPICE - A tribute to any Spice Girls fans...

EPONA - A great name for a Large White girl doggy

ANU - It's another name for the ancient irish goddess Dana or Diana.

Doggy Names That Work Both Ways

ECLIPSE - Aside from being a great name for a fan of the Twilight saga, this is also a strong name for a pup of either gender, especially for a dog that is either dark in color or demeanor, or a dog with a bad habit for running off. "Eclipse" means "to abandon" and "darkness".

DOODLE - Is your pup a little strange? So is this name, which makes them fit well together - like peanut butter and bananas.

MOJO JO JO - If you're a fan of the Powerpuff girls, this name makes sense. It's the name of a male character, but it could easily fit any girl doggies with the right attitude.

BIG - As in "Big Bad Wolf" or "Big Red"

PORKCHOP - Usually a name bestowed upon dogs with "big bones" or whom are really clumsy.

FREELOADER - Why not chose a name that makes you laugh when you use it to call them back to you after a romp in the park? I can't just hear it now, "Here Freeloader! Time to go!"

CHAOS - Is you're dog a little bit angel and little bit rock and roll? If they are weird and yet sensible, mischievous yet well mannered, this could be a great name. It could also be a great name for any puppy that enjoys tearing apart your home...

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