Beautiful nicknames for shepherd dogs

Shepherd dogs are strong and graceful animals, infinitely loyal to their owners. With a dog of this breed, no one can go unnoticed, attracting the curious and admiring glances of passers-by on walks. It is natural that the nickname of such a noble and beautiful pet should be suitable for him. What can be called a shepherd? How to choose a sonorous and original name for a dog of this breed? What nuances should be considered when choosing a nickname?

Dog handlers and experienced dog breeders recommend taking into account that a shepherd is a formidable, solid and very serious breed when choosing a suitable nickname. Such animals are not suitable names in a diminutive form. It is also undesirable to give them funny and funny nicknames, which will partly provoke a frivolous attitude to the dog from others.

Observations show that animals more easily and quickly remember one- and two-syllable nicknames. Cynologists recommend avoiding long and intricate names. In dogs, they cause difficulties with perception (recognition) and, as a result, memorization.

When purchasing a shepherd dog, the owner should take into account that in the future his pet may need a training course. Considering this, in choosing a nickname, one should avoid options that are consonant with a number of basic commands. So, in the process of upbringing and training, difficulties can arise if the animal bears the name Pound, consonant with the command "Fu!", Or Siddy, sounding similar to the command "Sit!"

Professional shepherd breeders remind that if the owner of the animal does not like the nickname spelled out in official documents (pedigree and passport), then he has every right to name the dog the way he wants. The fact that the animal will have a nickname that differs from the name in the pedigree and passport will not affect anything in the future, including - the opportunity to participate in exhibitions and competitions.

Do not call the dog by the name of the previous pet that ran away or died tragically. Many dog ​​breeders claim that this could negatively affect the fate of a new animal. Psychologists also do not recommend doing this, believing that whenever the owner calls on a new dog by the name of a dead or lost pet, he will only aggravate his feelings.

When choosing a suitable nickname for a puppy, it should be borne in mind that it should be:

• harmonious;
• the sex of the dog;
• appropriate breed.

Shepherd dogs are a whole group of dog breeds, originally intended for grazing and protecting livestock. The most popular representatives of this group are German, Caucasian, Scottish, Central Asian, South Russian and Shetland (sheltie) shepherds. Less common are Anatolian, Maremmo-Abruzzi, Hungarian, French, Belgian and Old English (bobtail) shepherd dogs. All these and other representatives of the group differ from each other both in terms of exterior and character. Focusing on the characteristics of the puppy breed, you can easily pick up a beautiful nickname for him.

Usually, shepherd puppies are bred as guards or companion dogs. In addition, in specialized areas they are usually used as guard and wanted dogs.

If the owner of the animal plans to choose a name for the pet that reflects the dog’s purpose as a formidable guard, then the following options can be recommended:

• for puppies-boys: Fighter, Guard, Fighter, Thunder, Warrior, Recruit, Knight, Ulan, Cossack, Asker, Chur, Antey, Glock, Walter, Cerberus, Zeus, Tyson;
• for puppies-girls: Faith, Guard, Hera, Thunderstorm, Antey, Beretta, Storm, Scylla.

If in the future it is planned to raise a good-natured companion from a puppy, a faithful companion, a devoted and reliable friend, then such nicknames may come up here:

• for boys: Faithful, Friend, Amigo, Ami, Sputnik, Phobos, Deimos, Friend, Feyful;
• for girls: Moon, Alpha, Friend, Lala, Callisto, Elara, Amalthea (Amalia), Leda, Rhea, Dion (Diana), Phoebe, Ariel, Friend.

Other possible options for nicknames that can be used depending on the purpose of acquiring the dog are Hunter (translated from English - “hunter”), Helper (“assistant”); Sentinel, Sherlock, Spy, Watson, Agatha, Christie, Dzhulbars, Lassie, Dick, Leo.

The breed of the animal and the country of its origin can suggest many interesting ideas for choosing a beautiful nickname. For example, if the breed of a pet was bred in Germany, the puppy can be called a traditional male or female German name.

The brightest representative of the group of shepherd dogs bred in Germany is the German shepherd. Suitable German names (male and female) - Hans, Sigmund, Jan, Greif, Helmut, Werner, Agna, Greta, Lyschen, Marlene, Heidi, Helga, Elsa.

Great Britain is the birthplace of such breeds as the English Shepherd, Bobtail (Old English Shepherd) and Sheltie (Shetland Sheepdog). The representatives of these European breeds are perfectly suited for classic English names: John, Michael, Harry, Arthur, Henry, Ronald, Stephen, Anthony, Jane, Bella, Miley, Ethel, Nancy, Wendy.

The birthplace of some types of shepherd dogs is the USSR. In particular, it was in the Soviet Union that such breeds as Central Asian, East European, Caucasian and South Russian Shepherds were bred. Puppies of these breeds can also be called noble names of foreign origin. However, many original options can be found among the Old Slavic and ancient Russian names. The most outstanding examples here are such names as: Yar, Zhdan, Boyan (Buyan), Dara, Lad, Lada, Lute, Mal, Malusha, Molchan, Cheslav, Yasna.

For Belgian shepherd dogs - Lakenua, Malinois, Tervuren and Groenendael - you can choose a beautiful German, as well as French or Dutch name. Among the harmonious French and Dutch names can be noted such as Anika, Antje, Gerda, Kobe, Margie, Sterr, Hild, Elk, Willem, Gird, Jell, Dani (Daniel); Andrew, Jeff, Casper, Lawrence, Petrus, Simen, Frode, Hild.

It is easy to choose an original nickname for a shepherd puppy, focusing on its exterior (physique, color), which depends on the breed. Representatives of the group of shepherd dogs radically differ among themselves in both composition and color, length and type of coat. So, for example, for Italian Maremma-Abruzzi shepherds, the standard allows only white color. However, for the Italian Bergamo shepherd white color is considered a vice (the standard color is allowed any gray shade).

Shepherd dogs, like other dogs of large and powerful breeds, are usually given majestic nicknames, emphasizing their power and nobility. The most common examples here are such options as: Tantalum, Titanium, Atlas, Grand, Samson, Jupiter, Kaiser, Caesar, Tycoon, Major, Olympus (Oli), Rambo, Hammer; Gretta, Hebe, Hera, Isis, Indira, Cleo, Grace, Jacqueline, Diana.

Depending on the color, you can choose a good and sonorous nickname from the list below:

• White (White), Salt (Solty), Snow, Ice (Iris), Perl (Perla) - for light-colored animals;
• Black (Blackie), Knight (Knight), Agate (Agatha), Noir, Bagheera - for dogs of black color;
• Wolf, Great (Gray), Ash (Ashley), Silver, Sylvester, Haze, Grieg (Grieg) - for gray and zonary shepherds;
• Send, Gold, Gemma, Ocher, Whiskey, Sunset, Fox (Foxy), Lime (Lyme), Sunrise, Citrus - for animals of sand, red, brown color.

Common variants of nicknames of dogs of large breeds can be found by referring to the themes of cinema, cartoons and literary works. The most famous names in this case will be such as Mukhtar, Rex, Marley, Lassie, Lucy, Maya, Max, Jack, Buck, Dick, Shorty; Won (Won Ton Ton) and Rin (Rin Tin Tin), Hooch, Balto, Naida, Trusty, Lady.

Other common dog names:

• for shepherd boys: Archie, Cupid, Altai, Ayson, Aston, Aster, Barney, Buchi, Blade, Dune, Boston, Bingo, Knave, Wells, West, Vinc, Gordon, Hardy, Jason, Diamond, Dusty, Jordan, Hindu, Conan, Conor, King, Klaus, Kelvin, Kazbek, Lars, Lexus, Light, Mason, Morgan, Matthew, Marshall, Nikas, Nightjel, Neumann, Nilson, Nord, Lord, Oscar, Odis, Ormon, Cartridge, Porsche, Prime, Plato, Rutger, Ralph, Rick, Wright, Raymond, Richard, Steve, Spike, Strike, Sting, Scythian, Tiger, Tyrone, Terry, Tungus, Urman, Uranus, Walt, Felix, Flash, Yakut;
• for shepherd girls: Alma, Alpha, Beta, Bundy, Vega, Vesta, Gerda, Hyde, Gina, Joya, Dan, Irma, Ilta, Ingrid, Crete, Carmen, Chiara, Lima, Linda, Petty, Prime, Palm, Page, Ronda, Racy, Reida, Raima, Stacy, Hannah, Pinta, Prada, Fendi, Tilda, Tessi, Tracy, Tyra, Uma, Fanny, Fabby, Hardy, Chloe, Honda, Hight, Zerra, Chita, Chelly, Chara, Sherry, Shanti, Shabby, Layla, Aisee, Amber, Erin, Yuma, Yuna, Ugra, Yucca, Jasper, Yara, Yard.

They are popular among modern owners of shepherd dogs and nicknames with a certain meaning. Most often, such names go back to foreign words, meaning certain character traits.As examples of nicknames with a value, one can cite such options as: Joyful (translated from English means “joyful”), Gladys (“pleased”), Bravey or Brive (from English brave - “brave”), Wilde and Savage (“ wild ”), Proud (“ proud ”), Smart (“ smart, smart ”), Frank (“ sincere ”), Kind or Kindy (“ kind ”), Charm or Charm (“ lovely ”).

The characteristic features of all shepherd dogs are excellent memory, easy-to-learn and quick wit. With the right approach and hard training, these smart dogs can be accustomed to a name in just a few days.

At the very beginning of the training process, you should contact the puppy by name as often as possible. Each time he responds to a nickname, the puppy should be encouraged by a treat. It is best to use slices of hard unsalted cheese, boiled chicken hearts or slices of boiled beef heart as a treat.

Dog handlers recommend at first calling a puppy by name as often as possible, even if this is not particularly necessary. In the process of accustoming to the nickname, you should strive to ensure that the animal begins to instantly respond to the call of the owner. The reaction should be immediate, even if the puppy is very passionate about something.

It is strongly discouraged to distort the nickname when referring to the puppy - for example, calling him Maxik instead of Max. The intonation of the voice when addressing the animal should be calm and even. It is not allowed to yell at the puppy, but you should not talk to him too quietly.

From the first days of training a puppy, its owner must make every effort to win over the animal. If the dog trusts its owner, the process of its education and training will become faster and more effective.

A few more options for shepherd nicknames are given below.