Dog's Name

What's in your dog's name?
We have heard all different dog and pet names. In many times, people name their pets after their friend's name, favorite actor's name, and even after their own family names. Naming our dog or a pet is very personal and people give it with serious thoughts.

My dog got her name from my mother-in-law four years ago. As soon as she heard that we got a dog, she told us we should name her 'Pookie'. According to my mother-in-law, Pookie is from the Lion's name in the Kid's Cartoon series on PBS in 60s. It was very appropriate because my dog Shiba Innu looked just like a lion when she was a baby. Now, she looks more like a fox or a wolf as she is older.

Some people even go further to consult with others whether a cetain pet name is appropriate. I guess that we live in a time of politically correct society and they want to make sure that their pet name is not offensive to anyone.

Not long ago, a teacher named a teddy bear 'Mohammad' and she got fired. Her intention wasn't related to a racism or an insulting to particular religion but her life was in jeopardy. It was an isolated incident however.

I always thought that any name for your pet should be appropriate if the name was not intent to hurt or insult someone.

Let me ask you. What's in your dog or pet's name?