Some of you know we've been without a dog for a very long time (it was over 5 years ago that our beloved Tonka went to the Bridge). I realize that 99% of people couldn't imagine waiting that long to get another dog, but there are many reasons for this, and I'd need a separate thread to explain them!
Yesterday we visited a dog at our local shelter. Since I'm a volunteer, they let us bring her home for a few hours today to see how she did before making a final decision. She did very well meeting our neighbor's dog, two neighbors' 4- and 5-year old children, and several adults -- very calm, taking treats gently (always sitting first), and walking fairly well on the leash. Although I still have reservations about having a dog again, we made it an official adoption this evening!
So, we want a new name (her name now is Tig - but it doesn't suit her). She's about a year old, a pitbull mix, kind of a greyish/taupe color with white on her chest and paws. We'd like a name that's 1 or 2 syllables, kind of sweet, female sounding, something that might bring a smile (she's got a pink collar -- we want her to look cute and friendly to help dispel some prejudice). We've been trying to think of words that relate to things like cooking, food, gardening, music references, book or movie characters (although common people names aren't my favorite). Foreign languages are fine, something fun and unusual would be a bonus. I like long vowel sounds, but DH doesn't care, as long as it rolls off the tongue relatively easily.
I'd love some suggestions -- our list is too short, and we haven't found one we both love. Some are: Echo, Kiwi, Eve, Ruby, Nora, and Pearl. I know a photo would be helpful, but being the idiot I am, I haven't figured out how to post one yet. If anyone has any ideas, they'd be most welcome!