355+ Spanish and Italian names for dogs and cats

Choosing a nickname for your favorite pet is an exciting experience. And, of course, I want the nickname to be pleasant, sweet-sounding and extraordinary. You can borrow a nice name from your European neighbors from Italy and Spain, who can boast of a beautiful language, where even the word “dwelling” sounds - from Spanish extravagant and suitable for a cat or dog - “Vivienda”. In addition, there are native Spanish and Italian dog breeds that are perfectly suited to exotic foreign nicknames. These include: Cane Corso, Italian Greyhound, Neapolitan Mastiff.

And this is a wonderful mischievous cat named Marquis:

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Top 100 popular nicknames

When choosing a name for a dog that comes from Italian or Spanish, you need to consider not only the translation and meaning, but also the pronunciation. The main thing is that it is convenient for the owner to call his pet, to loudly shout the pet’s nickname in the crowd, if necessary, to call his runaway pet. It is better to try repeating the nickname several times in a row to make sure that the name you choose is comfortable.

The names of cats and dogs are slightly different. Also different names are chosen for boys and girls. The nickname you choose will depend on whether the animal is purebred or not. But, in general, it all depends on the taste of the owner and his preferences. Among the most popular nicknames are the following:

• Aldo or Aldo – rich;
• Amigo - friend or boyfriend;
• Bella – beautiful;
• Bianca – snow-white;
• Bravo – good, obedient, successful;
• Bruno – chestnut, brown;
• Karina - dear;
• Dolce – sweet, tasty;
• Moon - month;
• Primo is the first;
• Talon – bead;
• Encanto – lovely;
• Martin – swallow;
• Flor - flower;
• Diabbie (a pet word for little devil);
• Lial – loyalty;
• Mascot is a pet.
• Vito is life.

Why not Belissimo?
These names are widely used not only in Italy and Spain, but also in other countries. Thanks to the pleasant sound, as well as the translation that is not understandable to everyone. The stars are no exception. Celebrities also prefer to choose exotic names for their pets:

• Brumis (fog) – Robert Kennedy;
• Ginger (ginger) - Mariah Carey's dog;
• Joffrey (waffles) - Sigmun Freud's dog;
• Dolce (sweet) is the name of one of Paris Hilton’s favorites.

Interesting! In 2005, according to the New York Times, the greatest discovery was the successful cloning of a dog. The hero of this experiment was the Afghan hound – Snappy, which means “sharp” in Spanish.

If we turn to the names that are most popular in Italy and Spain, they will be the same for cats and dogs. Here are the most favorite nicknames for boys:

• Lorenzo;
• Geseppe;
• Antonio;
• Tomasso;
• Federico;
• Enzo;
• Paulo;
• Pietro;
• Tino;
• Renzo;
• Romeo.

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The following selection will be of interest to girls' owners:

• Cleo;
• Rosita;
• Stephanie;
• Inga;
• Vivien;
• Martha;
• Camilla;
• Caprice;
• Ginevra;
• Sophia;
• Aria;
• Renata;
• Anita;
• Allegra.

The spitting image of Joseppe

Double and more complex nicknames for canine aristocrats

Purebred dogs often have a double name, which, in principle, is generally typical for aristocrats. The first part of a complex nickname may indicate that the animal belongs to a certain genus. The second part is the actual name of the dog, given to it by the owner.

A complex name is not always explained by origin. Sometimes a double nickname is a compromise that the owners came to when naming their pet: one liked the name Hugh, the second thought it was better - John, and in the end the pet was named John-Hugh. A double or even more complex name can have absolutely any origin.

Each owner is free to combine nicknames in his own way. The list of the most famous double and triple names includes the following combinations:

• Purple Heart. Literally translated as “purple heart.” This is the name of one of the most beautiful flowers in the world.
• Spice Girl. The name of the famous group means “nice girls.” Fans of the group, or, in particular, Britney Spears, often call their pets this way.
• Hakuna Matata. A foreign phrase that came into our speech from a children's cartoon. Translated as “no problems.” This nickname is given to dogs by children or teenagers who are fans of Timon and Pumbaa.
• Queen Elizabeth. Translated it means “Queen Elizabeth”. Intended for a girl.

Double names don't always have any meaning. Sometimes it’s just the first and last name of famous people after whom the animal was named. Often a double name is given to a pet in Russian. A hunting dog can be given the nickname Eagle Eye, a guard dog - Steel Dog, a Shar Pei - a folded miracle, a mischievous one - Chocolate Joy, a large one - Yarilo the Great, etc.

Nicknames from the Spanish dictionary

It is not necessary to refer to the list of popular nicknames. You can simply open a publicly available online translator, where even the most banal Russian words turn into exotic names for your pets. For example:

• Suerta – luck;
• Novia - girlfriend;
• Bosco – forest;
• Esperar – hope;
• Castilla - castle;
• Primavare – spring;
• Espacio - space;
• Rayna is the queen.

This selection is equally suitable for both cats and dogs.

Dog names inspired by Spanish football stars.

• Costa (Diego da Silva Costa)
• Iker (Iker Casillas Fernandez)
• Isco (Francisco Roman Alarcon Suarez)
• Jordi (Jordi Alba Ramos)
• Coque (Jorge Resurrección Merodio, who is known as Coque, because why not?)
• Luan (Andrés Iniesta Luan)
• Mata (Juan Manuel Mata Garcia)
• Messi (Lionel Andres Messi Cuccitini)
• Nacho (José Ignacio Fernandez Iglesias, better known as Nacho)
• Pep (Josep "Pep" Guardiola)
• Pepe (Jose Manuel "Pepe" Reina Paes)
• Pique or Bernabeu (Gerard Pique Bernabeu)
• Ramos (Sergio Ramos)
• Raul (Raul Gonzalez Blanco. also, how cool would it be to have a dog named Raul?)
• Santi (Santiago "Santi" Cazorla Gonzalez)
• Sanz (Fernando Jose Torres Sanz)
• Silva (David Silva)
• Villa (David Villa)
• Xabi (Xabier "Xabi" Alonso Olano)
• Javi or Creus (Xavier Hernandez Creus)
• Zarra (Pedro Telmo Zarraonandia Montoya)

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Geographic nicknames

Geographic names can be a real salvation for those who are looking for an original and unusual nickname for their pet. The names of settlements, rivers, mountains, plains and volcanoes in Spain and Italy are a great option. The following names, derived from Italian cities, are suitable for cats and dogs:

• Turin;
• Palermo;
• Bari;
• Catania;
• Parma;
• Foggia;
• Rimmini;
• Monza;
• Syracuse;
• Forli;
• Trento;
• Vicenza.

Among the Spanish cities there are also suitable names:

• Palm;
• Vigo;
• Victoria;
• Oviedo.

Other geographical names:

• Teide, Veleta, Espades, Roussel, Kid, Ranera, Cruzes, Viejo, Munia, Astazu, Aspe - the mountains of Spain;
• Turia, Esla, Aragon, Tagus, Embro - names of Spanish rivers;
• Tib, Arda, Anro, Reno, Brenta, Panaro - Italian rivers;
• Etna, Amiata, Mont Blanc are the names of the mountains of Italy.

You can also turn to more aggressive options, namely the names of volcanoes:

• Tennegria;
• Hierro;
• Cascat;
• Vesuvius.

Gender Neutral Spanish Dog Names.

• Amadis
• Ario
• Belem
• Belleza (Spanish for beauty!)
• Castel
• Keri
• Dani
• Desi
• Devi
• Eli
• Jaide
• Jules
• Lani
• Linden
• Mani
• Marion
• Ora
• Groove
• Rai
• sage
• sol
• Valentine

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Funny and cool nicknames

Animal owners are not without a sense of humor, which is why it is not uncommon to come across terribly funny animal nicknames. You can borrow from the Italians and Spaniards some of the funny surnames and words used in everyday life:

• Sesto (sixth);
• Ultimo (last);
• Decapo (new);
• Shenz (science);
• Shopero (strike);
• Pinot (pine);
• Quercha (oak);
• Chiapetta (butt).

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Names inspired by Spanish cities

• Almy (Short for Almeria)
• Avila
• Barsi (Short for Barcelona)
• Burgos
• Cadiz
• Kata or Loni (short for Catalonia)
• Cordoba
• La Coruña
• Espana (Obvious. Spanish for Spain!)
• GeeGee (Short for Gijon)
• Govi (Short for Segovia)
• Ibiza

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• Leon
• Log (Abbreviation for Logroño)
• Madrid (or Muddy for short)
• Malaga
• Marbella (Bella for short!)
• Merida
• Murcia
• Palmas
• Rhonda
• Toledo
• Valencia
• Valla (Short for Valladolid)
• Vee (Short for Seville)

• Vigo

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The most delicious nicknames

Pasta, pizza, salads with tangerines and other exotic dishes await tourists in Spain and Italy. But even here, in a wide range of exotic menus, you can find suitable names for your animals. Namely:

• Canolli;
• Boudinot;
• Prosecco;
• Pesto;
• Wine;
• Venti;
• Gelato;
• Panino (bun);
• Sillysio (cream);
• Caramella (candy);
• Biscotti (cookies);
• Rotolo (roll);
• Bacca (berry);
• Pimienta (pepper);
• Marmalade (jam);
• Plateau (dish);
• Tratar (treat);
• Postre (dessert).

Even Tiramisu and Espresso make fun names for pets.

Sweet Biscotti

Interestingly, Italians and Spaniards are very attentive to their pets. Both dogs and cats are very popular in these countries. Therefore, it will be very symbolic to name your little friend one of the “delicious” nicknames.

Spanish colors that make perfect dog names.

• Amarillo (yellow - for dogs with a sunny disposition!)
• Azul (suitable for puppies with fierce blue eyes)
• Blanco (for dogs with snowy manes)
• Gris (For gray dogs that could pass like wolves)
• Marron (for puppies with shiny brown manes)
• Oro (Because your dog wins the gold medal in love and friendship)
• Piminta (for your salt and pepper dogs)
• Platino (this means platinum and is so important that your Great Dane)
• Rojo (for puppies with fiery personalities!)
• Violente (It means purple and sounds awesome)

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Spanish and Italian characters

The names of celebrities, cultural and literary figures are often used when choosing nicknames for pets. History is replete with famous and beautiful names:

• Raffaello;
• Michelangelo;
• Antonio;
• Caesar;
• Claudius;
• Gallileo;
• Pavarotti;
• Versace.

Literature characters:

• Lorca and Don Quixote are the creations of the unsurpassed Lope de Vega;
• Pomponius or Flatus (Eduardo Mendoza);
• Pandora (Alberto Sánchez Pinyol);
• Dolores (Blanca Busquets);
• Antonia (Daria Bignardi).

Mussolini among cats:
Movie and cartoon characters:

• good witch (sorceress) - Beffana;
• tooth fairy – Topino;
• gnome - Merranguino;
• the lord of earthquakes - Orkolat;
• onion boy - Cipollino.

Also, one can hardly lose sight of the well-known Pinnochio, Harlequin and their poodle friend Artemon.

Spanish names for boys.

• AB or Abe (Short for Abraham)
• Adelmo
• Adrian
• Aimar
• Aitor
• Aleix
• Alejandro
• Alfonso
• Alonso
• Alvaro
• Andres
• angel
• Antonio
• Arnau
• Asier
• Biel
• Bruno
• Carlos
• Che
• Chico
• Cortez
• Christian
• Cruz
• Dario
• Diego
• Wardo (Short for Eduardo)
• Enrique
• Enzo
• Fabio (for puppies with long, gorgeous manes)
• Fernando
• Francis
• Gabriel
• Gael
• Gonzalo
• Guillermo
• Gustavo
• bully
• Hugo
• Ibai
• Iggy (Short for Ignacio)
• Ismael
• Izan
• Jaime
• January
• Javier
• Jesus
• Joan
• Jorge
• Jose
• Juan
• Julen
• Leo
• Luke
• Lucas
• Louis

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• Manuel
• Mark
• Marco
• Mario
• Marti
• Martin
• Mateo
• Mauro
• Miguel
• Milo
• Nikola
• zero
• Oscar
• Pablo
• Pau
• Pedro
• Floor
• Raphael
• Ryan
• Rodrigo
• Ruben
• Santiago
• Sol
• Sergio
• Thiago
• Unai
• Victor
• Widdy (Short for David)
• Iago
• Yusef

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Fashionable nicknames

Italy is the capital of world fashion. Fashionable houses are growing there like mushrooms after rain. And each of them is certainly called by the name of its creator. If the dog or cat is purebred, then why not turn to its stylish and popular European neighbors. In particular:

• Armani;
• Valentino;
• Gabbana;
• Dolce;
• Max Mara;
• Versace;
• Prada.

Choosing a name for a cat or dog is always exciting. It is necessary that the whole family likes the name and that it does not take a long time to learn pronunciation. When your imagination has completely dried up, you can turn to very obvious options, calling the cat simply “cat” - Gato, Gattino, and the dog simply “dog” - Cane, Cuciolo, Arena, Perrault. After all, shouldn’t we call the cat “Cat”?

Criteria for choosing names for dogs

The most important requirement for a dog's name is its length. It is difficult for an animal to remember a very long word, so ideally the pet's name should consist of 2-3 syllables. There are other criteria for choosing nicknames:

• You cannot call your dog words that sound like commands. Names such as Fars, Cindy, Pound, resemble the consonant orders “fu”, “sit”, “fas”.
• The animal's name must contain ringing sounds. A name made of dull and hissing sounds will be difficult for the dog to perceive.
• There is no need to rush into choosing a nickname. Perhaps, after a couple of days of communicating with your pet, the name that you liked at first will seem completely inappropriate.
• An aristocrat should choose an appropriate name. A purebred collie is unlikely to be suited to a nickname like “Ryzhik” or “Tuzik”. It is better for representatives of the British breed to choose English-language nicknames, while for German breeds it is better to choose names in German.
• Gender of the pet. Girls will not have the same names as boys.
• Before giving your puppy a nickname in an unfamiliar language, you need to know the meaning of the word in advance. Otherwise, there is a risk of getting into a galosh by calling the dog some kind of “pate”, “apple pie” or “stew”.

Bitch: character

There is an opinion that Spanish Mastiff females have a more submissive and gentle character. But experts believe that character largely depends on heredity and individual characteristics. There are always exceptions, bitches with a very difficult character, and there are males with an easy-going and submissive character. But still, there is a difference in the behavior of the sexes. There are advantages and disadvantages for female and male genders.

Advantages:

• Strong relationship with owner and home
• Emotionally sensitive perception
• Girls are smarter and smarter than boys
• Accepts training tasks well
• During walks, he runs less in the bushes
• Doesn't rush at strangers
• The breed is ideal for breeding, just one assessment from the exhibition is enough

Flaws:

• Sly
• Periodic menstruation

How to buy a Spanish Mastiff puppy

To buy a purebred Spanish mastiff, it is better to contact a professional nursery. Despite the fact that the breed is not very popular in Russia, they are found in Moscow and other large cities. A dog costs from 35 thousand rubles. If a puppy is offered cheaper, there is a risk that it will be a mixed breed or with hereditary pathologies. The price for show class puppies is 150-250 thousand rubles.

In the nursery, you need to ask the breeders to provide information about the parents, show all documents, veterinary certificates. Puppies for sale at the age of 3 months. Before choosing a baby, it is recommended to study the living conditions of the animals and observe their behavior. They should be active, curious, not cowardly, and easy to make contact with. A healthy puppy is well-fed and stands firmly on its feet. He has thick, smooth fur, clear skin and mucous membranes.

The photo shows what the puppies look like:

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Spanish Mastiffs are large dogs, kind and loyal. Such a dog can become a true friend and protector.

Maintenance and care

The Spanish Mastiff is unpretentious, and its maintenance usually does not cause any problems. The best place for such a dog to live is a private house with a large plot. You need to arrange a spacious enclosure with a warm booth. It is not worth putting him on a chain; the mastiff will never run away - he is strongly attached to the house. But he needs constant communication with a person.

With any method of keeping the dog, you must walk it twice a day. The Mastiff requires exercise, but should not be overworked. This dog is not suitable for long running or jumping. This is harmful to his musculoskeletal system and his heart. But walks should be active: ball games, competitions on dog grounds.

Hygiene procedures

These dogs require normal hygiene procedures. Only mastiffs do not like water; they need to be bathed no more than once every three months. To prevent an unpleasant odor, many breeders recommend wiping an adult pet’s fur with a towel dipped in a weak solution of apple cider vinegar. Particular attention should be paid to the folds of the skin, and then dry them well. You can also use dry shampoo.

The rest of the hygiene procedures are normal, the same as for other dogs:

• comb several times a week; this will require a massage brush and a rubber mitt;
• during molting, comb daily, use a wide-tooth comb, furminator, or slicker brush;
• tangles form on the limbs, behind the ears, on the neck; to remove them you need to use a tangle cutter or a special detangling spray;
• After walks, you need to wash your dog’s paws; in winter, also lubricate the pads with oil or healing cream;
• regularly examine and clean your pet’s eyes and ears; you will need a special veterinary lotion;
• claws are cut every month; to soften them, you can hold your pet’s paws in warm water before doing this;
• To avoid the formation of tartar, you need to brush your teeth a couple of times a week and give your dog chewable treats and hard toys more often.

Nutrition

The dog's diet must be balanced. It is important to control the quantity and quality of food until the pet matures. And mastiffs become adults only at 2-3 years. A small puppy is fed 5-6 times a day, by six months the number of feedings is reduced to 3. From a year on, the dog eats 2 times a day. The portion should not be very large - representatives of the breed are prone to volvulus. Such a dog requires about 1-1.5 kg of food per day.

You can feed your dog natural food or dry food, but you should not mix these types of food. Until your pet matures, it is recommended to give him calcium supplements.

When feeding industrial food, premium or super-premium food is suitable. They should be designed for large breed dogs. The composition must contain at least 40% meat products, vitamins and minerals. The following brands are suitable:

• Brit Premium;
• Brit Care;
• Flatazor;
• Acana;
• Royal Canin.

With a natural diet, the main part of the diet should be meat and offal. You can replace it with sea fish a couple of times a week. Supplement with cereals and vegetables. It is useful to give kefir, cottage cheese, seasonal fruits, and herbs. It is forbidden to feed the dog human food or fatty spicy dishes. You should not give baked goods, sweets, smoked meats, potatoes, bones, or mushrooms.

Health

The health of representatives of the breed is quite good, but they do not live long - on average 8-10 years. Like all large, powerful dogs, they often have problems with the musculoskeletal system: joint dysplasia, arthrosis, dislocations. Mastiffs are also prone to the following diseases:

• volvulus;
• cataract;
• eczema, dermatitis;
• allergy.

Description of the appearance of the Spanish Mastiff

Spanish Mastiffs are a Molossian breed of dog. These are the largest and most powerful dogs. The standard defines only the lower limit of height: for females from 72 cm, for males from 77 cm. The average weight is 70-80 kg. This dog can reach a height of up to 90 cm and a weight of up to 120 kg. Features of appearance include wide bones, developed muscles, thick skin that gathers in folds on the neck and chest.

Head

The head is large, proportional to the body. The skull is wide and looks square from above. The occipital protuberance is clearly defined. The muzzle is wide, of medium length, gradually tapering towards the nose. The forehead is flat, the stop is smooth.

The bridge of the nose is slightly arched, the nostrils are wide and large. Thick lips form jowls. The upper one greatly overlaps the lower one, and there is a free “pocket” in the corners. Like the nose, the lips are painted black. The jaws are wide and powerful.

The ears are medium in size and set wide apart. They have a triangular shape with rounded ends. They hang down and lie close to the cheeks. The eyes are small, slightly slanted. Must be dark. The eyelids are thick, black, the lower ones droop slightly. The look is calm and intelligent.

Frame

The neck is muscular, short, withers are well defined. Thick leather at the front forms a double dewlap. The body is powerful, rectangular, harmonious and balanced. The chest is deep, the stomach is moderately tucked. The back is long, the loin is wide, the croup is sloping.

The tail continues the line of the back. Thick at the base, tapering towards the tip. Usually hanging loosely or slightly raised and saber-shaped. Never rolls over on its back.

Limbs

The limbs are strong and muscular. The front ones are set parallel, the shoulders are long. Elbows point back, tightly pressed to the body. The hind legs are straight, the joints are well defined. The hips are wide and the hocks are sloping back. The paws are arched and large. Toes with hard pads are collected, dewclaws may be present. The movements are light, strong, the back remains straight. The mastiff runs at an elegant trot.

Coat and color

The coat is of medium length, thick and close to the body. Longer hair on chest, shoulders, tail. It is short on the muzzle and paws. There is a dense dense undercoat.

The colors of the Spanish Mastiff can vary. Monochromatic ones are more common: black, red, sand, gray, apricot. Brindle, wolf, fawn colors are allowed, as well as a combination of several colors, white spots or a stripe on the neck.

Disqualifying Faults

For a long time, Spanish mastiffs were bred paying attention only to working qualities and strength. Now the standard clearly defines what the breed characteristics should be. If they deviate from this, dogs are not allowed to participate in exhibitions or breeding. The most common defects are:

• incomplete dental formula or malocclusion;
• very long or wavy coat;
• strongly tucked belly;
• pointed muzzle;
• tail thrown over the back or curled into a ring;
• depigmented nose, lips, eyelids;
• sudden stop;
• long weak limbs.

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Laika beauties

Girls of this breed are capable of independence; they are reluctant to train. For this reason, intrusiveness and excessive pressure are unacceptable during training. It is necessary to gain trust in the dog by finding a common language with the pet. And for this you should choose a suitable and sonorous nickname for a female dog, Laika.

A good choice is Dina, Dana, Lada, Zara, Alin, Daira. Experienced dog breeders are guided by two principles when choosing a name:

• The nickname must contain the sounds and syllables that were contained in the nickname of the pet's parents.
• All representatives of the same brood are given different names, but starting with the same letter.

Activity and mobility are the main character traits of huskies, so the pets will not let their owners get bored. Such puppies are not suitable for lazy homebodies.

Since the husky belongs to the northern breeds of dogs, you can choose a name that contains a reference to cold weather, focusing on what best suits the dog’s character. Good options are Taiga, Blizzard, Snowstorm, Storm, Yugra, Winter, Yuma, Alaska, Umka, Yushka. In this case, you can put the emphasis in a different place.

Simple rules

Professional dog handlers recommend choosing a name for your pet not at random. And you shouldn’t stop at the first option that comes to mind. You should approach this issue wisely.

To do this, you should follow simple rules.

• The nickname should be short - no more than three syllables.
• There should be no voiceless consonants in the middle or beginning of the name - the sonorous version is appropriate.
• It is optimal to use growling and whistling sounds - s, z, sh, h, r. Dogs hear them better, and they get used to them faster.
• The nickname should please all members of the family.
• You shouldn’t shock people around you with a nickname, putting them in a difficult situation. It is necessary to observe standards of decency.
• Frivolous names for large breed female dogs simply do not suit them. By naming your pet Malva, you should not expect complete obedience.
• The nickname should not indicate a team or be consonant with it.

A correctly chosen name for a dog is the very first command that the animal must learn. Therefore, you should not give a nickname on the very day the pet was adopted. It is advisable to observe the behavior of the animal for several days, and perhaps the right name will be found.

Foreign with meaning

Foreign nicknames are especially popular in the canine world and not without reason. These are melodious, beautiful and sometimes very original names. They are easy to select, based on the country in which “your” breed was bred. In this article we will look at names with meanings of both European and Asian origin.

French

France is the birthplace of such breeds as Basset, Briard, Poodle, Dogue de Bordeaux, Pyrenees Shepherd, and, of course, the French Bulldog. Is your girl one of these glorious breeds? Or maybe you just love everything beautiful and sophisticated, so you want to choose an elegant, but not too pretentious name for your new girlfriend?

In this case, French names are what you need! They are suitable not only for representatives of breeds of French origin, but also for slender and graceful dogs with an aristocratic appearance, such as, for example, a Great Dane or a Doberman. Or small dogs with an elegant or even sophisticated appearance, such as a Maltese or Italian greyhound.

• Aurora - morning dawn,
• Belle is a beauty
• Vivien - lively
• Desiree - desired
• Claire - clear
• Lilian - lily
• Marguerite - daisy,
• Fleur is a flower,
• Fortune - luck,
• Eteri - airy.

Italian

Italy is a sunny, bright country, where life seems like a magical carnival. If your dog has a cheerful, cheerful disposition, then an Italian nickname will suit her perfectly. But among the Italian nicknames you can also find graceful and even majestic names. Such nicknames are primarily suitable for dogs of large, serious breeds.

• Antonella - invaluable,
• Bianca is white
• Lucretia is rich
• Columbine - dove
• Marceline - warrior
• Norina - honor, valor,
• Ornella - blooming ash,
• Paola is little
• Rosetta - rosette,
• Floriana is a flower.

German

There are a lot of German dog breeds. These include Spitz dogs, Great Danes, Doberman Pins, Dachshunds, Boxers, and, of course, German Shepherds. If your dog is a representative of the original German breed, you can choose a German name for it. They are a little less graceful than the French ones, but they sound hidden strength, power and confidence.

• Annelies - grace
• Gretchen is a little pearl
• Katherine is pure
• Leona is a lioness
• Lorelei - the whisper of a rock,
• Odile is rich
• Senta - prosperous,
• Sophie - wisdom
• Hedwig - warrior
• Elfrid is the strength of the elf.

English and American

Perhaps the most popular of all dog names. English or American names sound good; they are simple and at the same time beautiful. Among them you can choose both an elegant name and a simpler name. And, what is also important, English nicknames are suitable for dogs of almost all breeds.

• Annabelle - gracefully beautiful,
• Bonita is good
• Wendy is a friend
• Gladys - ruler
• Gemma is a gem
• Clarity - clarity
• Mabel is attractive
• Nancy - usefulness, grace,
• Roxy - dawn
• Stephanie is the crown.

Asian

Asia has long attracted and fascinated with its unique beauty and incomprehensible mystery. There is something mystical in everything that has to do with her. This also applies to Asian dog names, which, despite their unusual sound to our ears, are beautiful and melodic in their own way. True, they are not suitable for every dog, but primarily for representatives of oriental dog breeds.

Japanese with translation

Japanese names are very beautiful and sophisticated. They seem to be imbued with the very magic of the East. Such nicknames are suitable primarily for dogs of Japanese breeds, such as Akita Inu, Shiba Inu, Chin or Japanese Spitz. But if you wish, you can call any dog, even a shepherd, by any of these names.

• Akemi - bright beauty,
• June is obedient
• Yoshi is good
• Kin - golden
• Mizuki is a beautiful moon
• Ren - water lily,
• Suzu - call
• Fuji - wisteria,
• Hoshi is a star
• Shinju is a gem.

Korean

Korean names are unique and unusual to the ears of Europeans. But they, like all Asian names, have their own charm. Such names are suitable for representatives of oriental breeds, but some of them are suitable for any other dog. If you are interested in Korean pop music or the history of this country, then why not give your baby a Korean nickname?

• Bao - protection
• Van is a cloud,
• Jin-Ho - precious lake,
• Yong - brave
• Lin - spring
• Mei is a flower
• Nung - velvet
• Tuan - bright,
• Hong - rose
• Shin - trust.

Chinese

Chinese names are primarily suitable for dogs of Chinese breeds, such as the Pekingese, Chinese Crested Dog, Shar Pei and even the Pug, which, despite its European name for the breed, was still bred in China.

These names, which came from antiquity, remind us of the relationship between man, nature and the Universe. Most of these names are associated with natural phenomena or flora and fauna. Any of them will further emphasize the unusual, exotic appearance of your pet and set it apart from other dogs.

• Biyu - jasper,
• Jing - abundance
• Ksia - pink clouds,
• Lanfen - orchid scent
• Meiling - plum jade,
• Nuo - graceful,
• Rong - warlike,
• Song - pine,
• Shan - grace
• Yunru is charming.

General characteristics of the Spanish Mastiff breed

Spanish Mastiffs are among the largest working dogs. The breed is quite ancient, known for several thousand years. Previously, these dogs were used to herd and protect herds, help people hunt large animals, and protect their owners and home. Now they have become the best guards, watchmen and companions.

The peculiarity of the breed is the contradiction of character and appearance. It seems that this sullen huge dog is dangerous. But he is calm, friendly and playful. And despite his external clumsiness, he is very agile and fast.

Options	Characteristic
breed name	Spanish mastiff
group of breeds according to the ICF classification	Pinschers and Schnauzers, Molossians, Mountain and Swiss Cattle Dogs
a country	Spain
application	watchman, bodyguard, companion
character traits	friendly, sociable, loyal, brave, responsible
life expectancy	9-11 years
height	males from 77 cm, females from 72 cm
weight	70-120 kg
aggression	low
activity	average
intelligence	tall, but difficult to train
health	strong
care	complex, sheds heavily

pros

Spanish Mastiffs are smart, strong and beautiful dogs. They are calm, balanced, good-natured with people and pets. These dogs have many advantages that make them popular:

• tolerant, unobtrusive;
• loyal, strongly attached to family;
• obedient and affectionate;
• excellent watchmen and bodyguards;
• never be the first to show aggression;
• get along well with other pets;
• love children, can become a good nanny;
• brave, strong, efficient;
• unpretentious, tolerate any weather conditions well.

Minuses

Raising a dog of this breed is difficult. She needs a strong-willed, fair and self-confident owner with leadership qualities. Only with a responsible attitude to upbringing and proper socialization will this huge dog become obedient. With an inexperienced owner, a Spanish Mastiff can grow aggressive, which, given its size, can create many problems.

It should also be taken into account that representatives of the breed have several other disadvantages:

• grow up slowly;
• can be stubborn;
• need a lot of physical activity;
• require constant attention and care;
• shed heavily;
• Due to their large growth, they are not suitable for keeping in an apartment.

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