Choosing a name, be it for a dog or child, can be difficult especially when you know you'll be shouting it out across busy parks or other public spaces.
You want a name to reflect your pooch's personality without being too generic or too long. Some seek inspiration from TV shows or books while others choose 'human' names or ask friends and family for advice.
One dog owner regrets asking her parents for their thoughts after her dad decided on a less than ideal name for her miniature dachshund, also known as a sausage dog. She took to Reddit to share her exasperation at his out there pick for her new pup.
