2015 Predictions for Popular Pet Names

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2015 Predictions for Popular Pet Names

January 28th, 2015 by Taylor Malowney

Naming your pet is no easy task – pet parents want something unique yet pronounceable, and most importantly, it has to fit your pet. While some popular pet names are classics, others reflect human trends in pop culture, politics or celebrities. 

Here are our picks for the most popular pet names of 2015:

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1. Leia

We’re huge Star Wars fans, and with the new saga coming out, other pet parents are bound to be too! Leia and Luke are the perfect names for a pair of rambunctious twin pups who will save the galaxy – after they take a nap.

2. Bella

It’s been forever since Twilight was around, yet the name Bella isn’t going away. After the past three years atop the list of names, we’re hoping the latest Star Wars craze will dethrone our favorite whiny vampire.

3. Lucy

Another safe bet on our list of popular pet names, as Lucy was the runner-up in 2014. Scarlett Johansson’s sci-fi thriller will make sure Lucy is still on the lips of every pet parent in 2015.

4. Marley

The only unisex name on our list, we can thank reggae-loving pet parents for this one. Bob Marley may be long gone, but his legacy remains in the names of thousands of chillaxing pets across the nation.

5. Ruby

With the rising popularity of Aussie actress and animal lover Ruby Rose on Orange is the New Black, we’re betting on this gem of a name. In 2014, Ruby was the 22nd most popular pet name – followed by Rosie. Coincidence? Yeah, probably.



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1. Louie

Comedian Louis C.K. is having a moment, and so is this lovably lazy-sounding name. One Direction star Louis Tomlinson may also be to blame for its rise; teen girls everywhere are gaga for the band – and puppies. Although there are many variations in spelling, the “-ie” is favored by most pet parents.

2. Olaf

Following 2014′s Frozen craze, we’re betting some pet parents out there – and their Disney-adoring kids – will dub their pups Olaf. The doofy, buck-toothed snowman is the perfect namespiration for snow-loving pups everywhere.
  

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3. Bear

Nature-themed names were a bonafide hit in 2014; this classic calls to mind a shaggy, lovable Newfoundland. Or if you’re a fan of irony, a tiny, ferocious Chihuahua.

4. Oscar

Awards season is coming up, and so is this classic pet name. Placing 25th on the list of 2014 most popular pet names, we’re betting it’ll rise up the ranks like Lupita Nyong’o's career.

5. Russell and/or Wilson

Maybe we’re a little biased (Go Hawks!), but we’re convinced the Seahawks will win the Super Bowl, catapulting the pet names Russell and/or Wilson into the top ten this year.

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Paw Scrapes Are Awful: Here’s How to Deal With Them

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Paw Scrapes Are Awful: Here’s How to Deal With Them

by Derek Korte

           Pet Parenting

Pets rely on their paws to stay active and healthy. The paw pads are generally up to the challenge, but accidents such as cuts, burns, scrapes and other abrasions are bound to happen. The risk is even higher for puppies, whose paws are especially tender.

dog paw,paw scrape,pet pawPet parents can follow these tips to treat paw ailments — and get their pet back on all fours in no time:

Determine the Severity

There are many hazards that can injury a pet’s paw. Rough surfaces such as gravel can slice through the paw padding, while hot concrete during the summer can cause burns. The natural environment, too, poses risks since sticks, bushes and burrs can cause cuts. In other cases, pets are their own worst enemies. Pets that lick or gnaw on their paws can cause cuts and cracking.

The first treatment step is to determine the severity of the injury. Head to the veterinarian for deep cuts or more serious injuries. If the wound is superficial, try these simple treatments:

Home Remedies 101

Step 1: Clean the wound. The Daily Puppy recommends that pet parents rinse the wound with cool water or a diluted saline solution. An Epsom salt soak is another option to soothe an animal’s pain. Be careful to not rub the wound.

For pets suffering from paw burns, Pedigree recommends that owners apply an ice pack to the burn, or run the affected paw under cool water.

Step 2: Once the paw is dry, apply an antibacterial ointment. Dr. Henry Cerny, a Nebraska-based veterinarian at the Yankee Hill Veterinary Hospital, recommends Vetericyn or Neosporin in a post on Cesar Millan’s blog.

Step 3: Bandage the paw with gauze or a pet bandage wrap. For added protection, cover the bandage with a loose sock or a pet bootie, though be sure not to cinch the cover too tightly as it could restrict blood circulation.

Clean the bandages daily, and monitor the wound closely. If it isn’t healing properly, or if the wound becomes infected, the next stop should be a vet for an expert opinion.

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