Welcome to Why Not Spot.

We’ve all heard them before: Fido, Lassie, Buddy, Sport and countless others. Many undoubtedly are from the still developing imaginations of four-year olds who are too excited by the licking and giggling to give too much consideration as to how a name, just like it’s human counterpart, must stay with a dog for life. Unlike humans, however, we are much more likely to have fun with our pet’s names than, say our offspring. After all, who would ever name their child Hershey just because he might have brown hair? But, with our pets, it is open season on descriptive names.

Some people take the naming of their pet very seriously. Content they will never be with a simple Champ.  Contempt would be visible in their eyes if you called their beautiful, proud boxer Champ. No, his name is Ali. Now that’s a name ……. And that’s a story. That’s exactly what this website is devoted to saluting. We invite folks who believe their pets are a member of the family and worthy of a name that is meaningful to share their stories. Don’t forget to include a photo.

Featured Story

"Muffin" - Muffin
Muffin was one of Cuddles kittens, she only had two. Muffin was the darling of everyone, including myself. My dog, Marshall adored her, and Variety was smitten by her. She could do no wrong in my boy's eyes. Her mother was the only one her didn't cater to her. Muffin was a very loving, outgoing cat. She had several health problems in her later years, but she always kept her friendly personality. Muffin lived to be 19 years old, and is sorely missed. All three of my cats, and my dog were well loved, lived good lives, and are still missed to this day.
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