Author(s): Joanne O'Sullivan

New Animals

Forget Fido Smart pups, and their owners, want something better. And with 74 million dogs living in America, there's a whole lot of people in need of a perfect name for their pooch. That's just what this fun reference delivers: hundreds of clever choices, with one that's just right for every dog and dog lover. The various monikers are organized into several sections: It's a Dog's World (place names, like Dallas and Paris, and foreign ones, too); The Barking Muse (names from the movie and stage stars, both canine and human); Geek Chic (Melvin, Ethel, Floyd), and much more. There's even a section for the traditionalist who prefers Rover and Spot, as well as sidebars to help you determine call-ability, doggie-name shelf life, advice on how what you name your dog can reflect on you, and plenty of irresistible photos. From Cujo to Cocoa to Gandolf and way beyond, these names are top dog