Choose the perfect name for your large breed dog from this list of 150 awesome big dog names, from adorable to intimidating, bookish to regal, and more.
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Choose the perfect name for your new puppy from this list of the most popular dog names, inspired by movies, mythology, music, Disney characters, and more.
Whether you're looking for cute names for your orange tabby cat or something inspired by your favorite movie, we have a stupendous selection purrfect for your one-of-a-kind kitty!
Considered lucky and definitely unique, calico cats deserve a name that reflects how special they are.
Border Terrier
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- breed group: terrier
- breed size: small (0-25 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, gold / yellow, cream, fawn
- patterns: blue and tan
- coat length/texture: short, wiry
- temperament: friendly, outgoing, playful
Border terriers are intelligent, energetic, and affectionate little dogs with big personalities and low grooming needs. They make great family pets and are easy to train. Learn more about living with border terriers.
- breed group: none
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: requires lots of grooming, loves water, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: red, cream, fawn, white, gray, brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle, sable
- coat length/texture: long, medium, short
- temperament: gentle, aloof
Caucasian shepherds are huge dogs known to be confident and watchful, but also loving, affectionate, and loyal family pets. Learn more about living with Caucasian shepherds.
Airedale Terrier
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- breed group: terrier
- breed size: large (61-100 lbs.)
- other traits: hypoallergenic, easy to train, easy to groom, high prey drive, loves water, apartment-friendly, cold weather tolerant, hot weather tolerant, good for first-time pet owners, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver
- patterns: black and tan
- coat length/texture: short, wiry
- temperament: gentle, friendly, outgoing, playful
Airedale terriers are highly intelligent and energetic dogs who make great family pets. They excel at agility and love to hike. Learn more about living with Airedale terriers.
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Boerboel (South African Mastiff)
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- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: loves water, hot weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
- colors: brown / chocolate / liver, red, cream
- patterns: bicolor, tricolor, brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: friendly, outgoing
Boerboels are intelligent and loyal dogs who love their families. Though they can weigh up to 200 pounds, they’re gentle giants. Learn more about living with boerboels.
Neapolitan Mastiff
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- breed group: working
- breed size: extra large (101 lbs. or more)
- other traits: easy to groom, highly territorial, apartment-friendly, strong loyalty tendencies
- colors: black, gray, red, brown / chocolate / liver, blue, fawn
- patterns: brindle
- coat length/texture: short
- temperament: gentle, willful
Huge and abundantly wrinkled, mighty Neapolitan mastiffs can be sweet, loyal companions requiring little exercise. Learn more about living with Neapolitan mastiffs.
