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Naming an older dog? Okay, I have posted in two different places that we will be fostering an older dog real soon. He is coming tomorrow night. No one knows his name because he was a stray, and when I asked the girls at our vet's office they said they were calling him Geezer or Old Man. I don't think I want to do that and will probably give him a new name. I am thinking maybe Norman. Now, how do we do that? Is it the same as a puppy? Do we just use it ALL the time? Will he figure it out? I have never done this before. Tonight we are getting a blanket or towel with his scent so that we can introduce it to Sophie. Hopefully this will help her with the transition too. I would appreciate all the help I can get on this foster thing. Thanks for your help. |
You're doing a wonderful thing! I think you'll know the dog's true name once he's settled in your home. For instance, my Stewie is called Magoo more often than Stewie. I think Norman is a great name! Have a wonderful time, and I hope that everyone adjusts quickly for you.:thumbup: |
I would use the name just like with a puppy. I'm sure he'll get used to it. I wanted to add that's a real good idea to introduce the blanket to Sophie. When I got Bella I remember to bring a couple of her toys with her, but I never thought of showing anything of hers to Rocky so he would get used to her. |
I think you just do the same as with a puppy, keep calling him the new name. He will get used to it. I think your name choice is a good one, and I think you're doing a wonderful thing! Good luck and please do post pics! |
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Yep..just repeat the name over and over again and he will pick it up...I have rescued a few older dogs who didnt have names or names that didnt suit them and they picked up their new names very quickly...what kind of dog are you fostering..a yorkie?? Dawn |
Yes, we are fostering a male Yorkie about 12 years old. He is a sweetie with a REAL bad hair cut, hence, the name Norman! He has cataracts and three teeth, poor guy. He is heartworm negative, and his heart sounds good. We will be looking for a new home for him soon, and our vet will neuter him next week sometime if no one comes to claim him. :aimeeyork :) |
Wow 12 years old...lucky guy to have you to foster him!! Can you post some pictures of him when he comes to stay with you..Id love to see "norm" lol... Dawn |
No worries, I had many of my rescues come in without a name and soon learned to come to their new name. Sometimes when they got adopted out they had to learn a new name again but you know that old saying "call me anything you want but don't call me late to dinner" thing.:D |
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Best of luck with your foster...whatever you call him. He is one lucky dog. Be warned...we fostered our first about 1 month ago and she lasted about 2 days as a foster...before we adopted her!!!!!!!!!! Molly is a senior too and she is amazing. I wish you all the best. Lynn |
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Lucky Norman! That's a great name too. It's a wonderful thing you're doing. |
That's great!!! I bet you will love having 2!!! |
That is wonderful that you are fostering an older pup. Seniors are great companions and will surprise you because they even play like pups. Warmly, Deborah |
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