And the Verdict Is...
Thank you for all the excellent name suggestions for the dog. It was a difficult process, but in the end, Peter came up with something that suits her, has meaning to us, and is practical.
The new dog reminds us a lot of Kodiak, both in size and some aspects of personality and appearance. They both share the same laid-back nature, the soulful eyes, floppy ears, and a general ability to elicit empathetic responses from people. It's nearly a sadness, but not quite.
In honour of Kodiak, Peter went in search of bear-related names. The pickings were slim, but he read about the myth involving Callisto, a nymph who was a companion of the goddess Artemis. Because of some hanky-panky involving Zeus and an unplanned pregnancy, Callisto got turned into a bear, and then, eventually sent up into the heavens in the bear-form of Ursa Major.
So her name is Callisto, or Callie for short. She seems to like it.
posted by -Ann @ 1:47 p.m.
8 Comments:
that's a beautiful name--unique, easy to shout when you need to (two syllables--always good), and meaningful.
let's hope she doesn't have illicit relations or turn into a bear, but remains a gorgeous dog for you and friend to toby.
mildred, perhaps, has not yet been born....
That's just perfect, Ann. I've got a big grin on my face.
That will teach me to get behind on my blog reading! She really is beautiful. Sounds like a winner of a name. I am hoping our next dog fits the name Zipper. Or Corduroy. I like unusual dog names.
Perfect name, I think. P
oor Laurie, can't stop thinking about Mildred. I think someone else needs to get a new dogs soon so that we can all name her Mildred. ;-)
Aww, congrats on the RND! And she's beautiful! Can't wait for the stories...
Oh, that is a good name, indeed.
Laurie - I think you need to save Mildred for your next dog. Who will hopefully be some sort of Old English Sheepdog cross.
Kaycie - Thanks. Me too. :)
PC - I like Zipper. I was pushing for Twister, since she sleeps all twisted up, but Peter thought that sounded too weird.
Babaloo - Laurie's next dog has to be the famous Mildred. :)
Vicki - Thanks. The stories are a-comin'. You all will be sick of hearing about her in a few weeks.
Noelle - Thanks. I'm really happy with it. Good on Peter for this one.
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