Name This Dog!

[dantheman]

Well, I finally did it. Now that I'm all settled into my new apartment, I adopted a dog today. There's more red tape than you might expect - they come out to your house to interview you.

Annnnnyway, I got him. And that's allll that matters!

He was a stray and has no name. So now I have to come up with him. I can't keep saying, "Here, boy!" and whatnot forever.

He's a tricolored beagle, around 4-5 years old (maybe).

I've put a couple pics I was somehow able to take earlier today. They're at

www.geocities.com/dfranzen70/dog1.JPG

and

www.geocities.com/dfranzen70/dog2.JPG

Now, you guys don't know me all that well, so of course you're not going to know what I'd like in a dog name. So I'm not saying I'll certainly absolutely positively definitely accept whatever's mentioned here. I'm just kind of looking for suggestions!

So if you're interested, please check out either of those two pics. Please ask me whatever you want, although of course with a pound puppy, the history's rarely known.

Thanks!

[Salem]

Jake

[LolaCocaCola]

He sure is cute.

How about "Ralph?"

[jacksen9]

Jax

Miles

Major

Hunter

Scout

Duke

Pokey

[Gazelle]

I knew a beagle named Jake. He was sweet. I like that name.

How about Bugle?

[irishgirl]

Buster
Sam
Charlie
Snoop
Monty
Flynn
Doug

[LolaCocaCola]

Or how about Jack? Cuz he used to hang out at the Regal Beagle! ;)

[elmwood]

Page not available. Different link, please?

Mine are Bailey and Guinness (http://www.cyburbia.org/tmp/bg_2.jpg).

[Gazelle]

Oh Elmwood, they're so cute! What kind of doggies are they? And will you please scratch them for me?

Gazelle, Certified Dog Nut

[jackelope]

The link's not working for me, either.

If we're sharing dog pictures...

My bitch (http://fff.fathom.org/pages/jackelope/pics/zeke2.jpg), Zeke (http://fff.fathom.org/pages/jackelope/pics/zeke4.jpg).

[Salem]

The link not working is a geocities thing. If you go to the link, then copy and paste the url, it will work.

[jackelope]

You're right, it does work. Interesting.

That dog looks to me like a "Sparky."

[elmwood]

Originally posted by Gazelle
Oh Elmwood, they're so cute! What kind of doggies are they? And will you please scratch them for me?



They're Portuguese Water Dogs. Think of 'em as friendly, unpretentious, manly standard Poodles, and you'll have a good idea about their character.

Slightly on-topic: the majority of Porties I've encountered in the US have either aquatic or Portuguese-based names ("Splash," "Lisbon," "Rio," "Chuvo," ad nauseaum), but since mine aren't really big fans of H20, they've got just plain old dog names. "Bailey" is named after Bailey Avenue in Buffalo, New York; her registered name is "Del Sur's Dock of the Bay," conceding to the aquatic thing. Guinness (a rescue; he's supposedly AKC registered but I don't have his pedigree yet) is named after the stout.

I'll scratch 'em for you. Bailey likes gently belly rubs. Guinness that has no tickle spot; any nail-digging scratching anywhere on his body will trigger the happy twitching reflex.

[elmwood]

I'll second "Sparky." Two syllables, sounds friendly, unlikely to be confused with a command. Besides, he just looks like a Sparky.

Some of the other names mentioned seem like Labrador names. Nothing wrong with 'em, but they don't seem like beagle names.

[dantheman]

Hmm.... Sparky...

Now there's a bright idea!

He's very friendly, which makes it tough to type this sentence...

But here's a neat little kicker. I just took a nap, and I fully expected there to be a "problem" when I woke up. Nope, just him laying down on the blankey I got out for him....

[Ashkicker]

I too like the name Sparky. He just looks like one. I loved everyones doggie photos. They are all so adorable.

And since we are sharing. Here is a couple photos of our furbabies.

Max (http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b3db24b3127cce97ccf873918b0000001610)


Gizmo and Max (http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b3db24b3127cce97cc2fb0d1bb0000001610)

By the way. Gizmo is our little pound hound. She came from an animal shelter also. Adopting rocks.:)

[SolGrundy]

Since this is the SDMB, how about "Doper"? Or "Cecil?"

[Coldfire]

Since he's a dog, supposedly to be trained to listen to commands, I'd say "Ed" would be better than "Cecil". ;)

[dantheman]

Well, he hasn't piddled or crapped since I got him. Should I take that as a sign? Maybe he's just not used to the place, although I would think that would make him pee all over the place...

I haven't had a dog since this dog (http://boards.straightdope.com/sdmb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=55982&highlight=bull), so this is all a new experience for yours truly.

Hm... Ed..... Come, Ed. Come.

[Edwardina]

Buddy.

[DeVena]

He's a beagle... I have the perfect name.

Snoopy

[Avarie537]

I'm sorry everybody, but I can't STAND the name "Sparky"!!!


(It may be because it's an easy variation of my maiden name, and those god-dammed stuck-up bitches in junior high used to CALL ME by "C'mere, Sparky! Good dog. Ruff Ruff!!)

Two syllable perky names are good for beagles. Snoopy is SO over-used (used to work in a vet clinic) - very cliche. I've always wanted to name a dog Edgar, though. I think maybe you should wait a day or two and try to get a feel for his personality though. While some dogs may make a fine "Buster," others are just way too dignified for that. That's when you need something cool like Cecil, Edgar, Max, etc.

Just my long-winded two cents. :)

[Jessity]

Name him Roger!!

He's awfully cute, too.

My boys, Hank (http://fff.fathom.org/pages/Jessica2/Hank1.jpg), and Jake (http://fff.fathom.org/pages/Jessica2/Jake.jpg) . :)

[Washte]

He looks like a Dodger or a Manny to me.

Another brag page.... Here is Casey (http://kuneshti.members.beeb.net/Puppy.html) who joined our family just a couple days ago :D

[Jack Batty]

Bob.

[Liz]

I'm going with Fritz, Joey or Lego.

Since we're post pictures of dogs (I wasn't going to bring it up, but since ya'll brought it up), here's mine!

Char. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/char.jpg)
Ozzy. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/ozzy.jpg)
Rocco. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/rocco.jpg)
Ozzy again. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/gorgeousozzy.jpg)
Just for the sake of humour. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/funny.jpg)

:)

[dantheman]

Since he makes it tough to compose a post... maybe he'll be called Nudgy.

[Davebear]

Originally posted by dantheman
Well, he hasn't piddled or crapped since I got him. Should I take that as a sign? Maybe he's just not used to the place, although I would think that would make him pee all over the place... I assume you've been taking him for walks. He is, after all, not a puppy and, therefore, presumably housebroken. Are you saying he hasn't gone at all? Or, just not in the house?

If it's the latter, I'd just count my blessings. If it's the former, I'd be a little concerned, even though shelters rarely let dogs with medical problems go to new owners. It's not really clear exactly how long you've had the dog (Oh, and I like Sparky or Jacob/Jake). If it's been more than a day, with no urinary or fecal output, at all, that would worry me.

[dantheman]

Actually, the OP says I had adopted him that day..

And yesterday I stepped out to buy him some things at the store and found a present when I returned. :D

[dantheman]

Annnnnnd...

We just got back from our fourth walk, and he took a monster piddle. Must have been holding it in until he felt comfortable..

Maybe I'll name him No Name or Generic... Or Brand X!

heh

[jacksen9]

Hey, how about Brandex?

I like Homer. Good for a Beagle or a baseball fan. :)

[dantheman]

Homer! Hmm.. then I might have to feed him donuts all the time..

He's definitely an attention hog. I think he's very happy to be out of stir. ;)

[neuroman]

He looks like a Leonard to me. If you are so inclined, that could be short for Leonard Nimoy or Leonard Cohen, though that's not what I had in mind.

[jacksen9]

Hey, how about Brandex?

I withdraw that suggestion. It sounds like a cleaning product. Sorry.

How about Dylan?

Clyde?

Mac?

Jimbo?

Pete?

[dantheman]

All interesting suggestions - thanks, everyone!

It's tough when you don't know anything about his past. Why, he could have been a SuperDog, avenging criminal deeds, righting wrongs, making sure no bow was sans wow...

[Elza B]

Pablo or Pygmy.

Scorpius (Sorry, I'm a Farscape fan:).

Here's a picture of my niece and nephew (technically my brother's and his fiance's - the ones in the picture, but I love these dogs like they're my own - they're the most spoiled dogs in the world): Simba and Nalla (http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/May/20035116517176620529372.jpg) .

Ava

[Tony Montana]

Lyrics:

I went throu the desert with a dog with no name

My beloved pup is "Kody"

[Washte]

Those are beautiful doggies avabeth!

Thank you everyone for sharing photos. I love dawgies!!

[RTFirefly]

Originally posted by dantheman
Why, he could have been a SuperDog, avenging criminal deeds, righting wrongs, making sure no bow was sans wow... Well, there's your answer: "never fear, Underdog is here!"

Good to see you 'round here again, btw.

[dantheman]

Underdog. That strikes a chord of truth, verily.

Given his performance during walkin' times, he might well be called Lungey the Great.

[koeeoaddi]

I was all set to name my dog "Torgo" but wound up adopting a girl so I have to wait for the next critter.

FWIW, I think Big Mean Dog™_ names are funny for cute little guys like your Beagle. Names like Spike, Hercules, Fang, Satan, Zeus & Bruno. Fido is a great overlooked name too. I've never ever met a real live dog named Fido.

[Ashkicker]

Originally posted by QueerGeekGirl


Just for the sake of humour. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/funny.jpg)

:)

That photo is a riot. Thanks for the laugh! :)

[dantheman]

Funny you mention Fido, koeeoaddi...

Our first dog (1972 or so), we named Rover. Don't look at me, I was 2.

Our second dog (1973 or so), we named Spot.

My mom swore up and down Dog #3 would be named Fido.

She lost with #3 (Rusty, who was indeed rust-colored) and with #4 (Chance, as we gave him a second chance in rescuing him from the pound).

So needless to say she's holding out for me to name this guy Fido. Don't think it'll happen!

[dantheman]

Originally posted by QueerGeekGirl
I'm going with Fritz, Joey or Lego.

Since we're post pictures of dogs (I wasn't going to bring it up, but since ya'll brought it up), here's mine!

Char. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/char.jpg)
Ozzy. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/ozzy.jpg)
Rocco. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/rocco.jpg)
Ozzy again. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/gorgeousozzy.jpg)
Just for the sake of humour. (http://users.adelphia.net/~mblittle/funny.jpg)

:)

Is that "Char" as in "charcoal"?

Adorable dogs!

[koeeoaddi]

Aw come on dantheman, it's Mother's Day!:D

[dantheman]

Actually, I'm bringing him to the homestead next weekend (we'll celebrate MD then). It's a three-hour drive, and I hope things go well. I plan on stopping a few times (more frequently than I do when I'm alone) so he can drink and piddle.

[dantheman]

I mentioned to the dog that I was orchestrating a worldwide campaign to find a name with him. I acknowledged that I probably should have asked his permission first, but that he didn't seem too talkative. He concurred, but he added that he'd like to say a few words to you guys, and he asked that I post the following for him:


Dear Straight Dope Gang,

My owner Dan told me you guys were trying to come up with a name for me. I appreciate it. You see, I seem to have suffered some sort of memory loss. I can't really remember who I am or where I came from. I think I'm still in shock over being sprung from the big house, but to tell the truth I'm not sure who owned me last or what they called me. I think I was on the lam for a few weeks before the shelter found me.

Let me tell you what I do know. I'm a movie fan, and my favorites are Wag the Dog and My Dog Skip. That Skip sure can act! I almost thought he was a terrier, like the video box says, but I think such a great acting feat could only be pulled off by a beagle.

I like music, too, but you may be surprised to learn that Snoop Dogg is not one of my favorites. I'm more a Three Dog Night kinda pooch.

I know I must be a hit with the ladies, too. My owner says I'm a chick magnet. I'm glad to know I serve some purpose in his pathetic little life. Ha, ha. Just kidding there, Dan.

Hey, here's a little tidbit you guys might not know. When a dog is in stir, he marks the days he's been in there by scratching the wall with his toenails. Yeah, don't act so surprised - we can count. That's how we know seven human years is roughly equal to one dog year.

Anyway, thanks again for everyone's help. I'm adjusting to real life very nicely. I'm walking my master to death, but dammit, I need my exercise. He needs to get me some toys to play with, though. See if you can talk to him about that.

Well, gotta run. ALF's on, and anything that eats cats is okay by me.

Yours very truly,

The Dog.

[Liz]

That photo is a riot. Thanks for the laugh!
You're welcome! I love that picture...Ozzy is totally sporting the "My...what big teeth you have!" look.

Is that "Char" as in "charcoal"?
Actually, that's "Char" as in "Charlotte". Charcoal is good, too, though! She was actually already named when we got her from the pound. I was rather disappointed by that. We already had Ozzy, so I was set on naming her--you got it--Sharon.

Adorable dogs!
The QueerGeekGirl, you have have won her heart. Compliment her dogs and she will love you forever.

:)

[White Lightning]

avabeth!!!

dantheman, the answer is Pablo.

[dantheman]

Well.. it was almost Damn Dog... I have to recognize that "going to the front door and pointing anxiously" means "dammit I gotta pee!"....

;)

[dantheman]

I was out walking him earlier today, and he just kind of looked like a Jake all of a sudden. So I started calling him that... "Good Jake, there's a good boy, yes he is, oh yes he is, good Jake, good Jake, good Jake."

It seemed to fit.

The deal was clinched when I called up the vet later to make his first doggie appointment. She asked me what his name was, and I said... "uh.... uh..... I've been calling him Jake today..."

And so it shall be.

:)

Thanks for playing, everyone!

[scout1222]

Thank God you named him Jake.

Originally posted by jacksen9
Scout

I'd hate to have you read my posts and be pissed at me for chewing on your slippers yet again!

:p

[dantheman]

I was thinking of scout, too... heh

But then I thought about To Kill a Mockingbird, and it just didn't ring true.

[Slindorff]

Beautiful dogs, people! Here's Saibya (http://www.lindorff-land.com/stuff/saibiehat.jpg)

[dantheman]

That picture rocks, Slindorff!

[koeeoaddi]

Okay dantheman, I concede that Jake is probably better than Fido. Jake, meet Daisy-Diesel (http://community.webshots.com/scripts/editPhotos.fcgi?action=showMyPhoto&albumID=73109170&photoID=73109338&security=RNZouN) .

[dantheman]

Won't let me to that page, koeeoaddi:

You do not appear to be the owner of this album.
Make sure you are logged in.

Dagnabit!

[koeeoaddi]

Sorry about that, here's a fixed link to Daisy-D (http://community.webshots.com/photo/73109170/73109338RNZouN) (I hope).

[koeeoaddi]

Sorry about that, here's a fixed link to Daisy-D (http://community.webshots.com/photo/73109170/73109338RNZouN) (I hope).

[sperfur]

Originally posted by dantheman
He's definitely an attention hog.
Okay, dantheman, how about hog the dog or attention-hog the dog?

I know. Not very catchy. I tried... :)

[dantheman]

What a cute dog! Maybe they could meet nice..

Ah, thanks sperfur - he sure is that. Maybe I coulda called him Hoggie.

[sperfur]

Crap - sorry, I missed that you named him already. I like Jake.

[dantheman]

So now it's been all of one week since I adopted him. I've been calling him Jake for the past five days or so.

My mom (we're visiting this weekend) said it's not too late to change his name if I wanted to. I dunno, is it?

What do you guys think?

Jake fits him, but I'm sorely tempted to give him a "famous person" name like Einstein or Copernicus or something. heh.

[Ashkicker]

I say stay with Jake. Just my opinion. It's more simple. And looking back at his picture it does fit him. He's so handsome. :)

[dantheman]

I kind of agree. In theory I could change his name on him, since it's only been a week and he's not quite used to it. But it does seem to fit him, and all weekend he had several people calling him that, so...

[Deathstatic]

I have the perfect name: BaconHair

[Dahnlor]

Of all the names brought up, that dog definitely looks like a Jake. Too bad nobody brought up Skippy, though. :)

D