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As with naming everything, fiinding a good name for your dog is important, it both discribes him and converys your aspirations of him. Some names can cause people to judge a dogslave and react positively or negatively/fearfully when meeting it. Depending on whether the dog is a pet, work dog, show dog, tracking dog or any other dog that works with the public, it might be important to use a name that conveys the proper image.

Popularity:
The most popular dog name in North America is Sam, Sammie or Samantha (which means "listener").
The second most popular is Max, Maxie, Maxwell or Maxine (which means "the greatest" in Latin).
Third is Lady, followed by Bear, Maggie, Buddy, Tasha, Chelsea (or Chelsie), Holly and Shasta. Other
very popular names are Brandy, Ginger and Taffy.

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