Getting a puppy? Congratulations! But note—it’s best to stay away from one-syllable names, which can sound like a command. For example, “Sid,” “Joe” and “Ray” (or “Jay”) can sound like “sit,” “no” and “stay.” Names like these may confuse a dog, especially when you begin to train your pet to obey commands. For some unique pet-name suggestions, click here… or if you want to know the meaning of your pet’s name, visit Amy Lyden’s informative Web site at www.BowWow.com.au.
