Dr Marc Verner

When we name our canine buddies, a lot of times, we do so with not a lot of thought don’t we? Because we can be overwhelmed at how cute they are when we get them as puppies, we rarely get over their adorable faces and immediately give them cutesy names that, as they mature, will really not be applicable to them anymore. Imagine naming a Great Dane puppy Munchkin, only to see him grow taller, bigger and heavier than you. Can you really call him Munchkin when he can’t even fit into your car? So really, when choosing from the many dog names out there, we have to take some things into consideration. His breed, temperament or even physical marking like spots are great things to start off from.

There is a reason that some breeds have very popular names, like Bruiser for Pit Bulls or Sugar for toy dogs: they just make sense. Male or female dog names should match the dog’s attitude or looks so that you don’t look like a clown when you call your pet in the park. If you want to have a unique name for your dog, you can find many sources for it, from books, TV shows, sports teams, movies or even mythologies, naming your dog can be a creative and fun process. The fact that there are no limits, not even gender, means that you can really give your beloved canine pet a unique name that only he will be called as.

Even if you do not have your own pet, you would surely agree that animals have a certain way of communicating to people their thoughts and feelings. As such, if you are planning to get a dog for a pet, it would help you to know the language your pet speaks so you can respond appropriately and act immediately. But in case you want to know why a dog barks, here are some of the reasons. One common trigger that gets a dog barking is the presence of a stranger or anything he deems to be a threat in the house he is guarding. Here, the dog’s bark, which is loud and authoritative, serves as a warning that he is ready to do what it takes to protect his territory.

Another reason dogs bark is to express loneliness or anxiety that is why you would hear a distinct whining sound. Dogs also bark when they are happy, excited, or they would like to seek attention. There are a lot more reasons why you would hear dogs barking. But though the act seems rational, if it becomes excessive, you might need some dog training tips to control the action. Don’t wait for this behavior to become too irritating that it can initiate conflicts with the neighborhood.