Giant Book of Dog Names (Original) (Original)

Brief Description: "THE GIANT BOOK OF DOG NAMES is a compendium of over 5,000 dog names and their meanings--an exhaustive canine version of the many, exceedingly popular "baby name" books and second to none among dog books today in its scope and content. Featured are approximately 100 informative, thumbnail biographies of famous dogs in categories such as "dogs owned by presidents and politicians, "dogs owned by rulers and royalty," "famous dogs in literature and poetry," "dogs in myth and legend," and more. This provides interesting insight into how notable dog owners selected the names of their canine companions and elevates THE GIANT BOOK OF DOG NAMES beyond the realm of resource book by making it a good, informative read, as well"--Marc Notes: THE GIANT BOOK OF DOG NAMES is a compendium of over 5,000 dog names and their meanings--an exhaustive canine version of the many, exceedingly popular baby name books and second to none among dog books today in its scope and content. Featured are approximately 100 informative, thumbnail biographies of famous dogs in categories such as dogs owned by presidents and politicians, dogs owned by rulers and royalty, famous dogs in literature and poetry, dogs in myth and legend, and more. This provides interesting insight into how notable dog owners selected the names of their canine companions and elevates THE GIANT BOOK OF DOG NAMES beyond the realm of resource book by making it a good, informative read, as well--; Provided by publisher. Publisher Marketing: THE BOOK THAT TAKES YOU BEYOND REX AND FIDO! Everywhere you turn, you'll find another baby name book. But do you really want to call your dog Emma or Ethan? If you're a dog lover, you know that naming your dog should be truly meaningful and memorable. With over 5,000 names to choose from, only this book makes it easy to find a distinctive name for the unique dog who will share your life and home. Just some of the special features of The Giant Book of Dog Names include: Listings from Aaron to Mocha to Zulu Breed-specific names, such as Chic for a Poodle or Tundra for a Husky Suggestions for dogs of every color, from Banana to Crystal to Raven Names for rescue dogs, such as Lava and Freeway The fascinating meanings of names drawn from cultures that range from African to Vietnamese as well as European Also look for stories featuring history's forgotten dogs, such as: Judy, the English Pointer who was the only canine POW of the Japanese Suening, whose royal owner had him sign official decrees with a paw print YOU'RE PICKING A ONE-OF-A-KIND DOG. CHOOSE A ONE-OF-A-KIND NAME.

Contributor Bio:  Morrow, Laurie Bogart Laurie Bogart Morrow is the author of "Cold Noses & Warm Hearts", a compilation of short dog stories by famous writers. Morrow has consulted for The American Kennel Club, The Iams Company, Bayer (animal healthcare division), Purina, and others. She lives in a rambling vintage farmhouse in the bucolic rural village of Freedom, New Hampshire with her family--and a canine family of four dogs."