Choosing a nickname for a dog, the owners pay attention to a variety of factors. This may be, for example, the habits of the puppy, his appearance or addiction. Dachshund is one of the most popular breeds. These animals are small, but very self-sufficient and proud. Therefore, the nickname should be selected as carefully as possible. There are many suitable dog names for puppies of this breed. Further in the article, we will deal with what nicknames are best for dachshund boys and how to choose them correctly.
Best names
The Dachshund breed belongs to the group of minks. It was specially developed in order to drive small wild animals. It is this factor that should be guided in the first place, choosing nicknames. For the dachshund breed (or rather, for its representatives), as for the unusually curious, lively and active, hunting names are very suitable.
The main features of such dog names are sonority, brevity and simplicity. After all, the success of any hunt depends on the speed of the dog’s reaction to the orders and the call of the owner. There are a variety of short and capacious nicknames for dog boys. Dachshunds (Russian names for such puppies are chosen, by the way, very often) - the breed is small. And therefore, its representatives are usually called, for example:
- Fox;
- A dodger;
- Trickster;
- A fool;
- Lucky.
Of course, it is not necessary to give your nimble pet exactly the Russian hunting nickname. You can come up with a foreign original name from this series. Very good, for example, such hunting nicknames for dachshund boys like Buzzy, Antonio, Colt, Rich or Ashley are suitable.
How to choose a name, focusing on the appearance of the dog
A hunting nickname can suit a dachshund very well. But such dog names are usually liked only by men. If the dog belongs to a woman or a girl, it’s better for him to choose a name, focusing on its exterior.
Finding a good name for a dachshund in appearance will be completely uncomplicated. After all, the physique of puppies of this breed is very unusual. Just great for dachshunds of boys, for example, playful names like Hotdog, Dolgovyaz or Shorty are suitable. You can also think about choosing a puppy and a foreign nickname, indicating his small sprout. For example, such dogs are often called Lengsi (long) or Page (shorty).
Short-footed, of course, is not the only characteristic feature of this breed. Often names for such dogs are chosen, focusing on coat color. Very good nicknames for a brown dachshund boy, for example, are Brown, Porter (dark beer), Tan, Peanuts or Amber. The black puppy can be given the beautiful name Black.
Today, many dog breeders contain taxes of not only traditional colors. There are representatives of this breed white, spotty and even striped. These dogs are perfect names Domino or Ditto. The pockmark in this case is also a very suitable nickname for a dachshund boy. Black-red classic color, however, is found in dogs of this breed, of course, most often. For such a doggie, a nickname like Tan is perfect.
Choose a name, focusing on the character
All dachshunds without exception are purposeful animals, bold and even a little stubborn. Therefore, such names as the Brave, Bandit, Tort, etc. are very well suited for them. You can give a dachshund boy and some kind of sports nickname. It is worth considering, for example, to name your pet Poker, Spartak or Boxer.
Individual character traits are also what people often pay attention to when choosing nicknames for a dachshund breed. A boy can be called, for example, Trickster or Fint. Names like Nimble (nimble), Quick (quick) or Cunning (quirky) are also good for these dogs.
What other nicknames are
Any dog is not only a hunting companion or a tireless watchman. He is also a true friend, and in most cases, even a member of the family. If the puppy is kept in an apartment, and not on a suburban area, you can think about choosing for him and some kind of homely “warm” name. For example, Minion, Small, Schnyr or Dundik are very good nicknames for dog-boys. Dachshunds are cute animals, such names with their appearance are in good harmony. You can even pick up an unusual modern nickname for a dog of this breed, for example, Google, iPhone or Chip.
The most common names
Many owners of dachshund boys prefer not to bother with a nickname for their pet and just give him one of the most popular. Such a decision can also be quite successful. The most common dachshund names are Jerry, Black, Fart, Tim, Zeus, Poof, Dale, and Max. But choosing a popular nickname for a dog, it should be borne in mind that when walking on it other people's pets of this breed may start to respond.
How to come up with a name yourself: the basic rule
All the nicknames presented above for dachshunds fit just fine. However, perhaps the owners of such dogs, focusing on the recommendations in the article, will want to come up with their pet and some other, very original name. When choosing a nickname for a male dog, in this case one very important factor should be taken into account.
Dachshunds, like all animals, are very susceptible to sound vibrations. Therefore, the chosen name must necessarily be harmonious and pleasing to the ear. Experienced zoopsychologists believe that the nickname given to the puppy will inevitably affect its character in the future. Therefore, in the event that the owners want to see an obedient good dog in the house, it is worth giving her, for example, the name Minion or Small. The dachshund boy, named, say, the Earl or Lord, will subsequently behave accordingly - proudly and rather imposingly. And the point here, rather, is not in the puppy itself, but in the subconscious attitude of its owners to it.
Useful Tips
The nickname for the dachshund boy should be selected with a fairly sharp and clear sound. In the future, this will help, including in raising a pet. It was noticed by zoopsychologists that dogs react best to sounds such as “sh,” “h,” “s,” and “k.” Also, nicknames ending in vowels are very suitable for dogs. For example, such as Valko, Berry, etc. Giving dachshunds names starting with a vowel is possible, but undesirable. It is noticed that dogs respond to such nicknames less willingly.
The name chosen for the dachshund boy should not contain more than two syllables. Of course, a long official dog can be given a long official nickname. But in this case, you should still think about choosing a name that can be minimized for use at home.
Experienced dog handlers are extremely advised not to give dogs names, including dachshund boys, human names. Indeed, in this case, you can even get into an awkward situation. If the owner of a puppy, bearing, for example, the name Kolya and Vasya, hails him on the street, one of the passers-by may respond to the call.
You should also not choose nicknames for dachshund boys, similar to any team. It can also lead to misunderstanding. The fact is that dogs are not too good at distinguishing similar sounds. And therefore, they can respond to the name as a team. An example is the nickname Seth, similar to the word "no."
It is extremely undesirable to give the new puppy the same name as the one who had previously lived in the family, but died or disappeared pet. Such a nickname, by definition, carries a negative charge. It is better to come up with a dog's own unique name. If the fee was taken from acquaintances or relatives and she already has a nickname, you should not change it in any case. After all, the dog will already experience stress, getting used to new conditions. Changing the nickname will make her even more nervous.
When thinking up a name for your pet, it is worth considering that in the future it will be pronounced in public places. Perhaps some intimate nickname important for this particular family will sound good at home, but in conditions of, for example, a veterinary clinic, it may turn out to be completely inappropriate.
What are the names of champions
Some owners of dachshund boys give them the nicknames of the best representatives of the breed. It can also be considered a very good solution. It is worth considering, for example, to name your favorite:
- Boomerang. This name is borne by the dachshund, who won the world champion title at an exhibition held in April 2004 in Brazil.
- Baskerville. This nickname belongs to the dachshund that became the champion of Russia in 2003.
- Factorial . That was the name of the dog who earned the title of world champion in 1995.
Also “champion” are the names of the dachshunds Don Giovanni, Venator, Paradox, Amaretto, Amfitrion.
Instead of a conclusion
Nowadays, the dachshund is, of course, not a hunting dog, but at most a decorative dog. However, despite the small size of the representatives of this breed, giving them frivolous or stupid names, of course, is not worth it. You need to choose the harmonious, memorable and interesting nicknames for dogs of boys of small breeds. The dachshund is an animal unusually cute, active and faithful. Therefore, her name should be beautiful, accurate and surrounded exclusively by a positive aura.