Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Naming a pet is a venerated family tradition. In case ...

The days of naming your pup Spot or Bandit might be over. Nowadays, pet owners are picking more human-like names for their furry friends, and the data shows. In 2024, life insurance company MetLife ...

Just as blue-eyed humans are relatively rare, blue-eyed dogs are very uncommon among the general population—in fact, they're even rarer. While some 8-10% of people in the world have blue eyes, only ...

When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has ...

Picking the perfect name for your new dog is a big decision—one that reflects personality, family culture, and sometimes even the latest pop culture craze. After all, it’s a name you’ll be calling out ...

Paloma: Spanish for “dove,” a universally-recognized symbol for peace. Makana: A unisex Hawaiian name meaning “gift.” ...

These are the top names this year for dogs, according to the American Kennel Club. These are the top names this year for dogs, according to the American Kennel Club. These are the top names this year ...

The American Kennel Club released its annual list of the most popular dog names, which continues the canines registered with the organization Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been ...

One thing that many pet parents don’t thinkin about when choosing a name is how it will age. A pet name that sounds perfect for a puppy may not be the best for them as they grow into an adult dog. The ...