Dogs have long had a place on working ranches and farms. They can help herd cattle, protect poultry flocks, and offer companionship to their owners. Even if your “ranch” is more suburban than country you can still use a Western theme when coming up with a name for your pup.
There’s a lot to romanticize about the Wild West. It was a hard life but also filled with community, grit, and determination. The seven names on this list will have you hooting and hollering yeehaw in no time.
Willie
This moniker pays homage to the great country music star Willie Nelson. He was born on April 29, 1933 in Abbott, Texas, and has been an icon for as long as anyone can remember. Dogs with this name will have great taste in music.
McGraw
This name also celebrates country music. Tim McGraw hails from Delhi, Louisiana, and is one of the most successful country musicians of all time. Dogs with this moniker might also be low key Swifties as Taylor is a big fan of Tim.
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Maverick
The word maverick has many different meanings. In this case we are opting for “an unbranded calf or yearling” to stick with our Western theme. It also means someone who is independent and tough which are also qualities of a good cowboy. Dogs with this moniker will have strong, unique personalities. Bonus points if you are a Top Gun fan.
Carolina
This name literally means song of joy. It also graces two Southern states. Dogs bring so much love and happiness to their owners’ lives that it is the perfect name for jolly pooches.
Dolly
Dolly Parton is an American treasure. She is talented, generous, and blond. There is no better person to be the namesake of your beloved dog.
Savannah
The name Savannah comes from the extinct Arawakan Taíno language and literally means open plain. It is also the oldest city in Georgia. Pups with this moniker will love wide open spaces just, like The Chicks sing about.
Trixie
This moniker means “bringer of joy” and is Latin in origin. It is a fun name with a sense of lightness to it. Dogs with this name are sure to be the life of the dog park.
