Popular dog names and cat names in today's society are usually human names because of the unique place pets have in our lives.

Today's popular dog names and names for cats are mostly based on the fact that people today see their pets as flesh and blood beings rather than just animals.  For many people pets are family members.  Stats say that more than 50% of people name their pets, human names.  The popular male and female dog names you choose for your pet friends will most likely come from family members, friends, stars or sports heroes. The popular dog name that was given in the past such as Fido, Rex or Duke are not the most popular dog name for male dogs in today's society, nor are Cuddles, Dolly and Fluffy popular female dogs' names today. 

On the top 20 list of names for dogs compiled by a pet id tag distributor only six names were other than human and they included names such as Shadow: most likely based on color; Harley: probably for the owner's passion and Buddy: probably for the comradeship expected of the pet.  The female puppy names that were given also ranked close to human names with seven of the top 20 female dogs given a human female name.  Included in the female list of names for dogs that weren't human names were Lady, Pepper and Shadow for obvious reasons.  Cat names seem to show the opposite of dog names.

Female cat names are more likely to be cute names that seem to emphasize how the owner feels about the cat or characteristics the cat may have.  Cat names such as Boots, Oreo and Patch are possibly a reference to color or markings; while names such as Sassy, Precious and Lucky which are all in the top 10 most popular cat names seem to refer to how the cat affects the owner.  It appears there are many more unique cat names than unusual dog names.  This could be because dogs are called to come more often than cats and owners want names of dogs that will not make people uncomfortable and have negative reactions toward their dog.  However, there will be owners who name their dogs names such as Spike or Brutus with the intent to intimidate.

Whatever dog name or cat name you choose says as much about you as it does about your pet.  The dog or cat name you give to your pet shows how you view your relationship with it.  Giving your pet dog or cat a name that shows a positive image particularly if it is a search & rescue dog, a therapy pet, a tracking dog, a show cat or dog or any other reason it appears in public, is imperative to its well being. 

Tips on choosing cool dog names or good cat names:

• Avoid names that sound like the standard pet training commands.  It is, for example, difficult for dogs to understand the difference between similar sounds such as no and Bo or sit and Kit.
• Two-syllable dog names are often recommended because they are different from the one-syllable command words such as sit, stay, heel, no.  Make it easy for the pet to recognize its name.  Also, choose a dog name that you won't feel embarrassed to use when you call the dog.
• Perhaps you wish a long distinguished name for the records; however, be aware of how it will be shortened, as it might not be the name you ultimately want for your pet.  I had a dog once named Sandringham, obviously shortened to Sandy which matched its color.
• The heritage of the pet can help conger up a good name.  The breed can recommend foreign names and be effective.
• Kitten names and puppy names can be selected after observing the pet for a few days.  Its personality, appearance and habits might promote a good idea for a pet name.

Have fun choosing a cool dog name or a unique cat name.  This is part of the joy and pleasure you will derive from being a conscientious pet owner.

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