Cat Names: Use these Tips to Help You Find the Perfect One!

Felix, Pickles or Milo?

Searching for cat names is a fun activity , but with so many names to choose from , it can also be a challenge! The most important thing to remember is to choose a name that you like and that also works for your cat’s look andcharacter. With this in mind, here are10 cat naming tips to help inspire you and keep you on the right track :

1) Determine your cat’s sex. This may sound like a very obvious tip but many cat owners have suddenly realized, sometimes years after the fact, that their ‘Jack’ is actually a ‘Jill’!

2) Short cat names are often best. One or two syllable names are easiest to call out and for your cat to understand. If you really want a lengthy name like Mr. Bigglesworth, make sure it can be shortened for everyday use, and that you like the shortened version.

3) Stay away from cat names that sound like commands. Believe it or not, cats can be trained! If you want to teach your cat tricks or commands, don’t choose names such as “Fletch”, which sounds very much like “Fetch”.

4) Don’t pick a cat name that you will be shy to call out in public. I named one of my first childhood pets, a calico cat, “Chocolate Fart Bum”. It was immediately changed to “Chocky” when my mother took her for her first trip to the vet!

5) Let your imagination run wild. You could choose humorous cat names, cute cat names, famous cat names, cat names related to your hobbies…whatever it is that appeals to you!

6) Look to your cat’s appearance for inspiration. It may take you a while to learn your new cat’s true personality,and as your cat matures, its behavior may change. Your cat’s appearance, meanwhile, is much more likely to stay the same. For instance, Oreo is a great name for a black and white cat.

7) Look to your cat’s breed for inspiration. For instance, you could pick a Thai name if you’re looking for Siamese cat names, a Scottish name if you’re looking for names for your Scottish Fold or a Persian name for your Persian cat.

Use pet naming books and websites for ideas. These resources will suggest countless ideas ranging from the most popular to more unique cat names.

9)Consult your cat to see how it responds. Come up with a shortlist of names that you like and then try calling them out to your cat. Its response just might help you pick the perfect one!

10) Be respectful – it’s not a good idea to choose a name that demeans your cat.

By using these cat naming suggestions, chances are you won’t go wrong. And if you do go wrong…don’t worry, you won’t be the first person in history to change their cat’s name. I should know!

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