Introduction
Arkansas Dog Names in Pop Culture
A Basset Hound named Moose owns his own Facebook page (with the assistance of his owner, Jess). His page has over 2,500 "likes," with the same amount of followers. Moose has a luxurious life now. However, his owner, who describes herself as a "weird artist chick" adopted Moose from Hounds Haven Basset Rescue located in Des Moines, Iowa. While little is known about Moose's life before Jess adopted him, we do know that Jess often includes him in her artistry, which she and Moose share via his Facebook page. Moose will soon be the subject of a children's book, aptly titled Moose the Dog. Moose also has a Basset Hound brother named Floyd, a senior Basset whom Jess fostered, then later adopted. Moose and Floyd enjoy spending time together, playing in the snow, and dressing up on occasion. Jess uses Moose's popularity on Facebook to help raise money for the Hounds Haven rescue.
Another dog whose name ("Moose") does not quite fit him is the Jack Russell Terrier who played Martin Crane's dog Eddie on the television series Frasier. Moose also played the part of Old Skip in the film My Dog Skip. It is likely that Moose earned his name on the day he was born. He was the last puppy born, but he was also the largest. Moose was always a mischievous pup - he refused to be housebroken, constantly dug and chewed on improper items, climbed trees and barked incessantly. Moose's original owner sent him to trainer Mathilde DeCagny, and Moose's life as a star was set in stone. While he might have been too rambunctious for his original pet parent, after six months, Moose won the role of Eddie (Frasier). He held this role for several years. Moose was also the subject of several magazine covers and a book.
Arkansas Dog Name Considerations
Arkansas natives and visitors alike partake in the unique attractions that The Natural State has to offer. The Ouachita Mountains located in western Arkansas is home to a rich quartz deposit. Much of the eastern portion of Arkansas is bordered by the Mississippi River. In addition, the Arkansas River feeds into the Mighty Mississippi. The state has a rich Native American history as well.
Many Southern states have some oddly-named towns, but Arkansas wins this distinction easily. With names such as Smackover, Hog Eye, Romance, and Greasy Corner, the state of Arkansas provides anyone wishing to give their pup an Arkansas-inspired name the ability to do so with originality.
Like other Southern states, Arkansas natives enjoy the outdoors, particularly fishing and hunting. Hound dogs and Labrador Retrievers will find an Arkansas-inspired name particularly fitting.
Male Arkansas Dog Names
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Clint
Former president Bill Clinton was born in Hope, Arkansas
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Cash
Country music legend Johnny Cash hails from Arkansas
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Marshall
A small town in Searcy County; this name fits a service dog
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Moose
Moose is the nickname of Jim Brown, a songwriter from Arkansas
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Lincoln
A small town in Arkansas; this name is fitting of a regal dog
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Campbell
Country music's Glen Campbell was an Arkansas native
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Garland
A small town in Miller County; this name is fitting of a hunting dog
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Lefty
Country artist Lefty Frizzell called Arkansas home
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Buck
The actor who played Buck Rogers was an Arkansas native
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Beaver
This small town is located in Carroll County; this name fits a Labrador Retriever
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Al
Soul singer Al Green is an Arkansas native
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Judge
Actor and comedian Judge Reinhold has a home in Little Rock
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Baxter
A county in Arkansas; this name befits a small terrier
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Conway
Country music legend Conway Twitty was raised in Arkansas; Conway is also an Arkansas county
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Bronco Billy
This was the nickname of Arkansas native Max Aronson, a Western film favorite
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Marmaduke
This is a small town in Arkansas; this name is befitting of a Great Dane
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Floyd
Jazz pianist Floyd Cramer was born in Arkansas
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Cecil
This name is great for a hound dog; it is also a small town in Arkansas
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Bigelow
This small Arkansas town is located in Perry County
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Bogan
The fictional county of Bogan is featured in the movie White Lightning
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Lee
Evanescence lead singer Amy Lee is a native of Little Rock
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Jasper
Refers to a small town in Arkansas; this name is perfect for a Beagle
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Nichols
Country artist Joe Nichols hails from Arkansas
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Prescott
A small town in Arkansas; this name is perfect for a small, active dog
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Billy Bob
Actor and director Billy Bob Thornton hails from Hot Springs
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Tonti
Tonti was the first European settlement in the territory that would become Arkansas
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Quigley
The Quigley House is an unusual tourist attraction in Arkansas
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Grisham
Author John Grisham has a home in Jonesboro, Arkansas
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Eureka
Eureka Springs is a popular tourist attraction in Arkansas; this name is appropriate for a scent dog
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Mallard
Duck hunting is quite popular throughout Arkansas
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Female Arkansas Dog Names
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Dixie
A traditional name for Southern dogs; this name is fitting of a hunting dog
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Maya
Iconic author Maya Angelou began life in Stamps, Arkansas
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Sadie
This name is appropriate for a small lap dog or a hunting companion
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Fancy
This traditional Southern dog name might be appropriate for a Yorkie, Maltese, or Poodle
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Lady
This traditional Southern dog name is appropriate for any dignified pup
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Belle
This name, meaning "beautiful," is appropriate for any dog breed
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Daisy
Daisy Bates was a member of the Little Rock Nine, the first black students to attend an integrated high school
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Sooie
"Sooie Pig" is the infamous "war cry" of Arkansas Razorback fans
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Blossom
The apple blossom is the state flower of Arkansas
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Magnolia
Magnolia is a small town in Arkansas
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Mena
A small town in Arkansas; this name is fitting of an elegant dog
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Twila
Gospel singer Twila Paris hails from Arkansas
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Fredonia
A county in Arkansas; this name is fitting of any rare breed of dog
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Parkin
Parkin is the name of an Indian mound; a state park with the same name exists
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Miss Piggy
This name is a nod to the Arkansas Razorback mascot; Miss Piggy might be appropriate for a Pug
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Helen
Publishing guru Helen Gurley Brown was born in Little Rock, Arkansas
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Charlaine
Author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels (True Blood), Charlaine Harris is a native of Magnolia, Arkansas
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Notena
Notena is an abandoned plantation that was situated near the Mississippi River
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Petit Jean
Petit Jean is the name of a state park in Arkansas
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Desha
A county in Arkansas; this name is appropriate for a Cocker Spaniel or a Schnauzer
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Gail
Gail Davis, the actress who portrayed Annie Oakley, hails from Arkansas
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Ouachita
Ouachita is both a river and a county in Arkansas
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Marcella
A town in Lee County; this name is appropriate for a scent hound
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Hattie
This name is a nod to Hattiesville, a town in Conway County
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Ida
This name is a nod to Mount Ida, a small town in Arkansas
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Elaine
A small town in Arkansas; this name is fitting of a hunting companion
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Alleene
A small town in Little Rock County; Alleene is a great name for a Beagle
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Pocahontas
A small town in Arkansas; this name is fitting of an outdoor companion
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Adona
A small town in Perry County; this name is fitting of a terrier
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Almyra
A county in Arkansas; this song is appropriate for a hunting companion
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