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:- I will be making a big decission on a name in 2 weeks for my new dog. I want to name it after the one that just passed away. Is it right for me to name the dog after my deceased dog? I will be getting the same breed dog and looks just like the deceased. would like some opinions asap.
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:- I will be making a big decission on a name in 2 weeks for my new dog. I want to name it after the one that just passed away. Is it right for me to name the dog after my deceased dog? I will be getting the same breed dog and looks just like the deceased. would like some opinions asap.
hmm. Well, thats a tough one. Personally I wouldn't do it, but then again I may get a dog that looked similar to my old pet. But, probably would name it something different..
pets passing is so sad.
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yes it is very hard especially in the winter. She was my snow buddy! she loved the snow. she would climb to the top of a high snowbank and slid down on her back or stomach. I even have VIDEOS of her doing this.. OH how I DO miss her!! Thank you for your response and will forward for more from others. RIP my girl. :(
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It is not wrong, it is just your personal preference. I think you might be disappointed if you give the new dog the same name, and she doesn't live up to the expectations you have for her. they all have different personalities, and while I'm sure you'll love the new one, she won't be the same. And if you give her the same name, you'll always be reminded of how different she really is.
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Thank you also.. I guess I have a lot of thinking to do. she passed away in 2010 and it still seems like yesterday. She was in a dog fight against a lot bigger dog. :(
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Well being a huge animal lover, kudos to you for opening up your heart to another animal, its hard sometimes after a loss like that. I would say maybe get the dog, have it a couple days, watch the personality, traits, and maybe try to find a name that suits the personality. I just think that giving the dog the same name, is "expecting" to much of the new dog before even getting it. Have fond memories of your past dog, but create new ones, including a new name, with this new puppy!! Good luck!!
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:- I will be making a big decission on a name in 2 weeks for my new dog. I want to name it after the one that just passed away. Is it right for me to name the dog after my deceased dog? I will be getting the same breed dog and looks just like the deceased. would like some opinions asap.
That's a tough one...I have thought many times about my beloved white cat I had to have put down several yrs. back and have always wanted to get another white long haired and have thought about naming it the same name...I have 3 other cats that I love dearly too...I think honestly we need to let go and remember we are taking in a new addition to our family, therefore, needing a new name as well...we never forget our previous pets but at the end of the day i think new addition...new name :)
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I is sweet how much you loved your dog that passed away, but I would name the dog jr or the name of the deceased dog plus jr or say the II. This way you will always have a unique story behind the new dog's name. I will do this for my pets.
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I think it will be hard on you and anyone who knew the first dog if you call it the same name. I had a dog that died when I was a teenager - he was a black lab named Sarge that we had for a very long time. When he died, we were going to wait a bit to get a new dog because we thought we needed time to grieve. My other dog however was so sad and lonely, that he spent hours every day laying on sarge's grave. We got a new dog rather quickly and named him on paper "Sarge's Shadow" since we thought we would always be comparing him to the first dog. He was a great dog too, and we had him for many years until he died of old age, but we never called him sarge. From the day he came home, we called him shadow. Both dogs were great pets who we had for many years. I think it would have been hard to call Shadow Sarge since they were so different from each other. It would have been sad to use the first dogs name and have a different dog come running. It didn't take any time at all to bond with Shadow and for him to steal our hearts, but he was a completely different dog with his own personality. He deserved his own name and his own relationship with us.
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It is your dog, so name him whatever you want to! Even if it is the same name. Maybe you could call him a slight variation, if you don't want people to think he is the same dog, but ultimately, you choose a name that you love and makes you happy and you will be great!
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personally just me I couldn't do its hard enough to lose a beloved pet I coudn't name another even something remotely close but thats just me
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I know very well how painful it is to lose a beloved pet. I don't think I would name a dog the same as one that passed away because in my little pea brain it would cause confusion when I had memories of the dog that had passed away. Personally, I think it is better to have a brand new beginning and always remember the other dog for his individuality, but I really think you should do exactly what makes you feel the best. Don't have any guilt or remorse, the pain of losing your friend is punishment enough. I know. Hugs to you.
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You have the right to name your dog what ever you want, but personally I wouldnt do that. I dont think it's unfair to that new dog or to yourself. You need to grieve to loss of the dog that passed and build a relationship with new dog. It might be difficult if you are reminded of the deceased dog everyday while calling the new dog by the old dog's name. Be fair to the new dog and give him/her a new name is my advice and good luck. :thumbsup: :wave:
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i think you can name your dog any name you like and it doesnt matter what others say about it. The only problem would be if you had young children and dont understand. So do what you want and name the dog the same name.
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I wouldn't give it the same name but if that's what you want go ahead.
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I think it should be your personal preference; no matter what people say. ;)
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Is there any way you could do a version of the prior pets name? My sister had a cat she named Pete (after her husband) then when she got a new cat that looked like her prior cat she named him "repeat" but it was spelled repete. Thought it was clever anyway. Do what you feel comfortable with.
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Name your dog anything you want but You can also add junior or the second just for fun. My husband came up with the weirdest name for our dog (youmugs) from a commercial for flea medicine. It took me a while to get used but i love it now. I get many reactions most confused from people when I tell them my dog's name.
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I wouldn't name a new member to the family the same as another recently lost. Each has it's own individuality and personality and that is even in a name. I had 3 cocker spaniels at one time. Sisters Thunder and Lightening and one year later came there brother (From the same mother) Storm. All 3 had were the same color had similar markings but were so different. I often see cocker's these days and can relate to them by comparing and saying ie: Oh look that one reminds me of my Lightening girl or ha...he's got an elvis lip like my Stormin Norman had. Your relationship with your new pup will take on it's own uniqueness as should it's name. Just my opinion.
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No its nothing wrong with naming ur dog da same name as ur dog who pass away if she is da same breed and looks like ur old dog.
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First off, So sorry to hear about your loss.. :'(
But if it was me, I wouldn't name it the same. I'd name it something different. May your dog rest in peace. And wish you all the best with name hunting and getting your new dog. :)
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It is all up to you. I lost a dog after 13 years and couldnt get myself to get another one. I probably would have named the next dog the same.
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I'm sorry to hear you lost your pet.....when my mom passed away some years back, there was a white lab that showed up at my house....it was a boy dog...he was so friendly with me and my children, but I didn't want him.....I was trying to find the owner or a way to get rid of him.....my cousin came by one day and asked me where I got the dog and I told her the story and asked her if she wanted him...and she told me the story about a movie called White Dog.....so I kept him and named him Alvin, my moms real name....she called herself Alma because she said she didn't know why my grannie named her a boys name....one night I let the dogs out, and about five minutes later I heard a gun shot so I went out to look for my dogs, Junie ran in the house past me and I started to call Alvin, he came limping in the yard...he was shot in the shoulder, I let him in the house, and said I will see if you my spirit dog......he made it...we moved a few months later....about 6 months after we moved.....he just up and left and I have never seen him again...I looked all over but could never find him.....now I'm crying........
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I forgot to answer you question about naming your dog....I think it's up to you....you know he can't replace the one lost...he's his own dog....keep him for a few days or weeks and see what name fits him....you may see him as a totally different name....good luck with your new pooch.....
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Would that be like naming two children the same name? A completly different name for the different personality makes more sense to me :wave:
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You can do what you want, but just remember, even if they are the same breed, even if they look the same, they will not be the same. Each animal has it's on personality. I have 6 dogs, 3 sets of the same breed, and one of my sets are from the same litter, but are not the same in wants/likes/personality. I would not name him/her the same name, if you want something close that's ok, but the same, no it's NOT the same dog. So sorry for your loss. :( :(
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:- I will be making a big decission on a name in 2 weeks for my new dog. I want to name it after the one that just passed away. Is it right for me to name the dog after my deceased dog? I will be getting the same breed dog and looks just like the deceased. would like some opinions asap.
what ever that name is just put Junior or the second after the name.
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new relationship ...new dog...new name ...keep your happy memories of the one pet and make happy new ones with the new pet every relationship is different
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I think if you want to name your dog after your other dog is ok. I got another Lab after the one I had for 15 years died and I named him duos (which mean two) but I still used to call him midnight because he looked so much like him and we had him for so long....still miss him :sad1:
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while reading all the comments about naming my new dog, all I did was cry :crybaby2: . I HONESTLY didnt think I would get so many caring people . I want to Thank you ALL so very much for the input. :notworthy: This is SUCH a big deal for me, Thank you all again! :notworthy:
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I lost my Shadow almost two years ago, life hasn't been as great since...she was my inspiration, my motivation for doing most of what I loved to do. Not being able to do anything to get her back totally sucks, she's missed so much.
I have thought about getting another dog...same breed (lab/pit mix). I've even looked on-line at photos of adoptable dogs that looked quite a bit like her but...they aren't the same, something is just "missing" or perhaps it's because they just aren't her.
If I ever do decide to get another dog, I would choose a variation on the name mainly because Shadow was the one that chose her name. I had three names for her that I couldn't decide on and "Shadow" was the only one she would really respond to so it became hers.
Animals all have different personalities & traits, they are all unique just like people. It would be unfair to expect a new dog to live up to expectations of a previous pet. Enjoy them as they are, for who they are and you'll both be happy whatever name you choose. Make every day a great play day with them because the time goes by way too fast.
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I wouldn't give the new dog the same name if it were me. I have never done that because the new dog can never replace the old one and doesn't deserve to be compared to it.
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Give it a different name. They are 2 different animals with different personalities.
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I am sorry for your loss of your beloved pet, but I see nothing wrong with you naming it after your old pet (just put II or Jr. in the back of it). At some point you will realize either they act just alike or they are different. I had a dog that my cousin and I found on the railroad tracks as puppies when I was growing up and named her Missy. She was my best friend. My Aunt Fannie's first husband, Sammie, decided he wanted my dog and I said no. He took my best friend and I saw her once more. Unfortunately, the man was a fool. He killed Missy because she was begging for some food. In naming your new dog after your old dog, it is your way of keeping your memories alive. :'( :(
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I am sorry about the death of your dog. I see no problem giving the new dog the same name as the first one, however you must expect the new dog to behave a little diffrent than the first one. Please do not be dissapointed with the new dog.
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Sorry hear about the lost of your dog. Personally, I wouldn't name the new dog the same name as the previous one. Dogs do have different personalities and may not live up to the expectations of the old dog. But ultimately, it's your choice and make sure you're happy with whatever you decide.
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If I were going to do that, I would probably name it officially and then use a nickname like Junior or Miss such and such. It is entirely up to you.
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How about using the same name and adding junior to it? Ex: Rosa Jr or whatever
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Sorry for your loss. It depends do you live with other people who were affected by the death of the other dog. If so how do they feel about you giving the dod the same name. I think you should give it a different name. Maybe a name that is similar.
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It's your dog, but I personally don't think it's a good idea to name it the same thing. Each new pet in your life should have a unique identity. How are you to distinguish between the memories of the old dog with the new if they are carbon copies of each other, down to the name...?
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i had a bird that i loved and when she died i got a new one the same named it the same but it was just not the same.
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:- I will be making a big decission on a name in 2 weeks for my new dog. I want to name it after the one that just passed away. Is it right for me to name the dog after my deceased dog? I will be getting the same breed dog and looks just like the deceased. would like some opinions asap.
I think the name is totally up to the owner and if that makes you happy - go for it!!! If you wanted to you could add something like Jr. or the 2nd to distinguish!!! Good luck with your new pal!!!!
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It seems that all animals have different personalities. You might expect your new pet to be like your past pet and that wouldn't be fair to you or your new dog. I would keep the memories of my good friend who has departed...then move on with my new friend with a new name.
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Hey, why not? It's a great tribute to your long-time deceased friend and a vote of confidence for your new arrival...
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ok everyone, I REALLY appreciate all the comments... i get my new dog saturday, march 9th... i am STILL undecided but i think i will feel guilty if i name the dog after the deceased one.... BUT on the other hand, i will feel guilty to name the new dog something else.. OH MY! I didnt know this was going to be so hard!! I wonder if I should wait longer before i take this dog home?? :'( :'( :'( :dontknow:
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I don't think that I would personally be able to give my new dog the same name as my old dog had. But, I might use the old dog's name as my new dog's middle name.
I've had a lot of pets through my life and none of them have had the same name even if they did remind me of another that I'd had during my life.