Adopting a dog and welcoming them to our home means taking on a great responsibility of which we ought to be fully aware. However, it's also a moment of excitement and happiness. There are plenty of things to get ready before our new dog arrives, and one of the most important ones is deciding what we're going to name them.
In order to choose the best name there are many aspects we can consider; one of them can be the dog's breed. In this AnimalWised article, we'll list over 100 of our favorite names for Schnauzer dogs.
Traits of Schnauzer dogs
In order to choose a good name that really fits your dog, you should consider the animal itself. Therefore, let's take a look at the most common traits of Schnauzer dogs:
- Size is very important, especially when choosing a name. There are three varieties of Schnauzer dogs: Miniature, Standard and Giant.
- “Schnauzer” means “mustache” in German. Of course, this is one of their most characteristic traits, and choosing an old man-or old lady name can be a good option.
- Schnauzers are brave, clever and proud.
- They were originally bred to hunt rats, and they are hard workers.
- Schnauzers are very loyal to their owners, but they can mistrust strangers.
Why is a dog's name important?
Choosing a dog's name is not a trivial process. The dog will come to us when we call it by its name. Therefore, a good name is the first step to begin our relationship with our pet and train them properly. Teaching a dog to recognize their name is the first thing to do, and this training must be reinforced positively, rewarding the dog as they learn.
To help your dog learn their name, it shouldn't be too long (beyond 3 syllables) or too short (just one), and it can't be a name that sounds like an command words (e.g., Spot / Stop), since your pet would obviously feel confused.
If your dog is still a puppy, it's very important to start their socialization as soon as possible so that they learn to relate to people and other pets. The more effort we make, the best results we'll eventually get.
Best names for female Schnauzer dogs
It's a very good idea to choose a name based on your Schnauzer's size or personality. You can also choose a German-sounding name, since Schnauzers are a German dog breed. Our favorite names include:
Names for miniature Schnauzers:
- Anette
- Bangle
- Cherry
- Cosette
- Edelweiss
- Fairy
- Flash
- Flöhchen
- Spark
- Tawny
Names for giant Schnauzers:
- Alaska
- Atlanta
- Big Barda
- Brienne
- Dogzilla
- Harley
- Hyppolita
- Magna
- Maxine
- Sargent
- Sparta
- Titania
- Theodora
Names according to personality:
- Artemis
- Cher
- Coquette
- Diva
- Gracie
- Huntress
- Lady
- Sif
Other female Schnauzer names:
- Bella
- Danna
- Fluffy
- Frida
- Gipsy
- Kira
- Lizzy
- Lucca
- Lulu
- Luna
- Mako
- Mia
- Nala
- Nena
- Neska
- Nikita
- Nina
- Pamela
- Pandora
- Pepper
- Ruby
- Sabrina
- Tallulah
- Tara
Best names for male Schnauzer dogs
Of course, just as with female dogs, you can use the appearance or personality of your male Schnauzer to choose a name. It's also a cool idea to use a gigantic-sounding name for a very small dog, and vice versa. Think about a tiny “Hannibal” or a very large “Furball”!
Names for miniature Schnauzers:
- Blitz
- Bratwurst
- Nano
- Prinz
- Rascal
- Schnapps
- Tiny
- Werther
Names for giant Schnauzers:
- Attilah
- Baloo
- Conan
- Fluffy
- King
- Lobo
- Maximus
- Spartacus
- Samson
- Thor
- Zeus
Names according to personality:
- Baby
- Diablo
- Felix
- Gore
- Lucky
- Meister
- Merry
Other names for male Schnauzers:
- Angus
- Axel
- Bismarck
- Bruno
- Chester
- Cooper
- Dorado
- Draco
- Eddie
- Jack
- Ludwig
- Max
- Otto
- Pippo
- Pongo
- Rocky
- Ruffo
- Scam
- Shion
- Simon
- Snoopy
- Stuart
- Usher
- Wally
- Wilson
Haven't decided yet?
If none of these names have convinced you, here are some other lists for great dog name ideas:
- Chinese dog names
- Mythological names for dogs
- Happy dog names
If you are adopting a miniature Schnauzer, take a look at our video on the best names for small dogs!
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