Dog Names Meaning Grumpy

All dogs have different temperaments and personalities. They are comparable to people in their uniqueness. However, they all share common behaviors. A dog is a pack animal. In the wild, as with wolves, a canine lives in a group. Expulsion from the group often means death for a pooch because hunting and defense become more difficult if not impossible. The necessity of living in a pack for survival means that dogs share certain key characteristics which help them establish their place within the group.

Some dogs are dominant and some are submissive. In a pack, only the alpha’s lead the pack of canines. There are also the alpha’s right-hand companions who step to the front line in battle. To fill such a position the canine must be dominated, self-assured, and even a bit grumpy. The submissives in the pack are the clowns who are happy-go-lucky characters.

The pack mentality of pooches is what makes them such a good pet. The humans within the animal's life become their pack members. However, no matter how much you try to alter a dog’s personality, it remains ingrained in their very genetics. The old metaphor, “An old dog rarely changes its spots,” shows how the animal's temperament is linked to their breeding, life experiences, and DNA. 

If your four-legged buddy is a bit on the grouchy side due to the creature's natural place in life or because of aging, you will still need to find a happy balance in life. Companionship and sharing a co-existence usually make even the grouchiest pooch mellow out and start to enjoy the small things that make life wonderful.

If your new puppy is a future grumpy character you should still give it a few days before you decide on a permanent handle. Often observing your furry friend for a day or two before you settle on a name will give you a chance to truly pick one that fits the animal's personality.