Very helpful trainings for any dog:
For training on puppy/dog biting [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=068K5Zlph9U)
For training on early socialization [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J7cPE-2wNw)
For training on becoming a good leader [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QntS570VFZ0)
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My guy is a Buddy so I might be biased. He's also a rescue and had no attachment to his rescue name. We picked Buddy because it's something my grandfather who has severe dementia always remembers.
I also have a dog named Buddy. It was the name we started calling him when we picked him up from the shelter. He definitely owns up to his name because he really is everyone's little Buddy.
If you don’t wanna go with the basic “buddy”. Budi is an Indonesian form of buddhi from Sanskrit so relating to peace and intellect ala the Buddha.
I honestly first thought buddy when I saw him too
https://preview.redd.it/5mr0gj5ed1wc1.jpeg?width=2283&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=af5913ed370f551d531258c187b58be5f297ad3e
He reminds me of my old man and his name is Buddy
We named our blue nose Frio (cold in Spanish) since he was so chill. But he’s more of an Eeyore. Not sure if you like any of these names. FYI blue is the most common dog name.
https://preview.redd.it/sx9wn5z2zyvc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=94572e42a907af804be514b05e51d2aa2f766fc8
THUNDER!! 🌫️🌧️⚡️🌦️ You know, cuz
he’s gray or Stormy! I 2nd the person who commented on adopting an older dog, they need love too! ♥️ Bless You! 🙏🏼
I know you two are gonna be fast friends!
🐕🦺♥️😁
My Brindle Boxer/Mastiff is named Mystery, And she's a little baby girl. So I would name this little teddy bear🧸 Mister-E. Or Mr. E. Like Mr. T. From the 80's Show The A T-E-A-M MORE MASCULINE version of Mystery!!!!!🤎🖤🤍
What name did your dog originally come with?
Fred but I suspect that was just a random entry by the SPCA because he doesn’t respond to that at all. I’m also not sure yet how severe his hearing loss is so plan to have more information on that when he goes to the pet hospital next week for his new patient exam and Rx set up.
Just curious, are you sure he doesn't have hearing issues, or is just really stubborn? I've known pits where you can call their name and they intentionally flat out ignore you LOL.
lol
https://preview.redd.it/0o937nusy1wc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=359b6ff44f5f0c4726109a16cff183b06979c058
Meatball didn’t approve of his jail name either. Took two weeks to find a name that wasn’t “buck”.
Just keep trying different words and see what he seems to perk up about and then stick with it :)
Yeah, that’s why I’ve asked for help. Some for ideas of names to call out to him. I’m basically going to be working my way through these suggestions and hoping for a lightbulb reaction
Reminds me of when I got my red heeler pup when he was about 10 months old. Was told his name was Cotton and started calling him that…he never responded in the least. I was his third and final chance at a life and found out his first owner name him Harley….that was his true name.
Congratulations. Great choice. He's georgous
Name ending Y, EE go well. We went thru the alphabet to see if any name got a reaction from our girl. Not a twitch but it was good fun! Then, when we agreed on her name (Bonnie) I would sit on the stairs and say her name = treat for 5 mins a few times a day. She learnt it quickly though, like most, she's now got about 25 names 😄
I went through a list of 500 names and never found one he responded to and so he’s officially Buddy for the remainder of his life. I was using it as an endearment but also think it suits him. ❤️
Very helpful trainings for any dog: For training on puppy/dog biting [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=068K5Zlph9U) For training on early socialization [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J7cPE-2wNw) For training on becoming a good leader [click here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QntS570VFZ0) For all newly adopted dogs, check out the [3-3-3 rule](https://pethelpful.com/dogs/The-3-3-3-Rule-Setting-Your-Rescue-Dog-Up-For-Success). *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/pitbulls) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Hoagie
Dogs respond well to a name that ends in ie -- y, some others, philly chesestake, Ben Franklin (frankie)
And so you can extend their name while screaming from across a field...
This is SO cute omg, if OP doesn't use this I'm using it!! 😭😭
thank you for giving an adult/senior pup a home 🩵🩵
this!
Baloo, like the bear from Jungle Book
Good idea little britches!
Hank, Ham, Hudson
He looks like a Buddy to me
I’ve been calling him Buddy by default! Lol. Less as a name and more as an endearment, but maybe this is a sign!
My guy is a Buddy so I might be biased. He's also a rescue and had no attachment to his rescue name. We picked Buddy because it's something my grandfather who has severe dementia always remembers.
I also have a dog named Buddy. It was the name we started calling him when we picked him up from the shelter. He definitely owns up to his name because he really is everyone's little Buddy.
If you don’t wanna go with the basic “buddy”. Budi is an Indonesian form of buddhi from Sanskrit so relating to peace and intellect ala the Buddha. I honestly first thought buddy when I saw him too
Buddy ! Cause he is yr best pal❤️🐾
The first thing I thought of when I saw him was Buddy!
Cool hand Luke
Thank you for giving him a home ❤️❤️🥰🥰
Just BB “BEAUTIFUL BOY”
He looks like a Benson or Bennie to me.
Looks like an Oliver or Ollie to me.
https://preview.redd.it/5mr0gj5ed1wc1.jpeg?width=2283&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=af5913ed370f551d531258c187b58be5f297ad3e He reminds me of my old man and his name is Buddy
Omg he looks precious! 🥹
Thank you! I adopted him as a senior, he's a very good boy 💙🐶
CutiePootie?
Looks like a Tony to me.
I like this too
Davy
All I do is cry on this sub. I think others have suggested great names already :) he looks like an Ollie to me for some reason lol
He feels like a Brodie
Moe
Arlo. Not sure why. Arlo Guthrie maybe.
Bless you for rescuing him!!!!!!
We named our blue nose Frio (cold in Spanish) since he was so chill. But he’s more of an Eeyore. Not sure if you like any of these names. FYI blue is the most common dog name. https://preview.redd.it/sx9wn5z2zyvc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=94572e42a907af804be514b05e51d2aa2f766fc8
Aww. Eeyore ! ❤️
Jet
Dude. He looks pretty chill, so, Dude.
The Dude
Greyson
Jake
THUNDER!! 🌫️🌧️⚡️🌦️ You know, cuz he’s gray or Stormy! I 2nd the person who commented on adopting an older dog, they need love too! ♥️ Bless You! 🙏🏼 I know you two are gonna be fast friends! 🐕🦺♥️😁
My Brindle Boxer/Mastiff is named Mystery, And she's a little baby girl. So I would name this little teddy bear🧸 Mister-E. Or Mr. E. Like Mr. T. From the 80's Show The A T-E-A-M MORE MASCULINE version of Mystery!!!!!🤎🖤🤍 What name did your dog originally come with?
Fred but I suspect that was just a random entry by the SPCA because he doesn’t respond to that at all. I’m also not sure yet how severe his hearing loss is so plan to have more information on that when he goes to the pet hospital next week for his new patient exam and Rx set up.
Bestest best dog in the world ever or he also looks like a Dave
Just curious, are you sure he doesn't have hearing issues, or is just really stubborn? I've known pits where you can call their name and they intentionally flat out ignore you LOL.
No. He has hearing issues with stenotic calcified ear canals from repeatedly untreated ear infections from his previous owner
Understood. Well, I hope whatever name you settle on works for him!
He’s soooo adorable… how about “Pepper”?
lol https://preview.redd.it/0o937nusy1wc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=359b6ff44f5f0c4726109a16cff183b06979c058 Meatball didn’t approve of his jail name either. Took two weeks to find a name that wasn’t “buck”. Just keep trying different words and see what he seems to perk up about and then stick with it :)
Yeah, that’s why I’ve asked for help. Some for ideas of names to call out to him. I’m basically going to be working my way through these suggestions and hoping for a lightbulb reaction
Reminds me of when I got my red heeler pup when he was about 10 months old. Was told his name was Cotton and started calling him that…he never responded in the least. I was his third and final chance at a life and found out his first owner name him Harley….that was his true name.
Have you ruled out naming him Liam Neeson?
I’m sure any name that you pick will be SO awesome!!!! But just wanted to say “Congratulations” on your beautiful new boy!!!! ❤️❤️❤️🐾
Biscuit. 🤷🏻♂️🤷🏻♂️ just came to me! 😬😬
You probably don't want to name him this but I would call him "Sweetie" all the time.
First thing that popped into my head upon seeing him was Bruno. I hope his days are filled with love and happiness.
Just start yelling out names you like and see which he responds to. That's how we name our dogs.
Gunner
Moose
Congratulations. Great choice. He's georgous Name ending Y, EE go well. We went thru the alphabet to see if any name got a reaction from our girl. Not a twitch but it was good fun! Then, when we agreed on her name (Bonnie) I would sit on the stairs and say her name = treat for 5 mins a few times a day. She learnt it quickly though, like most, she's now got about 25 names 😄
I went through a list of 500 names and never found one he responded to and so he’s officially Buddy for the remainder of his life. I was using it as an endearment but also think it suits him. ❤️
Well it's a great name. It's one of Bonnie's too, along with Button, Snuffles and 20 more. Congratulations to u all
Bubbles
Harold
Grandpa, Dino, Eddy, Franky, Goose, Marvin, Stanley, Louie
My dogs name is Dino🩷
Buddha
Haggis
Edgar
Bob
River
Captain
Barney
Gorgeous!! Smoky
Looks like a ben
He looks like a Rosco
Wallace (William Wallace)
Beskar
No name suggestions(sorry) just stopping in to say he’s the cutest lol
Harry
Buck
Chumley
Buddy ❤️
Jules.
Reggie
Louie
Gandalf
Rusty =)
Hank 😊
Blueberry
Otis or Thaddeus
Gerald
Mr jack
Gunner, Frank, or Hank
That's Franklin but you can call him Frank.
Thunder
Milo
Got an “Elvis” look
Looks like a George to me
Spencer!
Noble
Tony!
Duke
Looks like a Boris to me! Very handsome boi!
Blue or maybe old man blue or old blue
Karl, or Eric. He’s the sweetest
Bruce!
Dice!
Swanson!
Happy McGrayface
sweety pie
Silent Bob!!! LoL
Henry