Dog Names Meaning Timid

Down through the annals of film-making history, you will find characters portrayed who are unusual and who do many unexpected things.  Some of those antics are scripted, while others are not.  Frequently, the individual personality and persona of the cast member playing the role can unintentionally create an atmosphere that is different from that which was scripted. Such is the case with our first pop culture spotlight today, Kevin.  Kevin, whose name means gentle, is an adorable Samoyed puppy that starred alongside Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds and Betty White in the hit romantic comedy, The Proposal.  The spunky and loving personality of Kevin the dog just naturally came out, script notwithstanding.  There were several scenes and incidents which occurred during the filming which, though not scripted, were allowed in the final product.  These fantastic scenes and episodes had quite an impact on the overall success of the movie, creating many endearing moments for viewers that perhaps weren't originally intended.  Frequently, Kevin's naturally playful and spunky antics "stole the scene" ... with a result not necessarily anticipated.  Anyone who interacts with a cuddly canine knows that things rarely go as planned, instincts and personality traits kicking in at the most inopportune of moments.

Our second pop culture spotlight today, is one in a similar situation, being multi-talented both on screen and off.  This spotlight is Jiff, the Pomeranian who starred in Katy Perry's popular music video for Dark Horse. While Jiff, whose name essentially means "shy," may be famous for his role in the music video, he may be far more so for his position in The Guinness Book of  World Records, honored as the "fastest dog on two paws."  If he could talk, this four-year-old, pint-sized, multi-talented adorable actor could boast of being officially the fastest dog on his back paws as well as the fastest dog on his front paws.  While he can also skateboard, do handstands, bow and shake hands, rearing up on his back legs, Jiff completed a 10-meter dash in 6.56 seconds as well as accomplishing a 7.76 run of 5-meters on his front paws! Additionally, this cute, cuddly canine (who looks like a stuffed toy) can also stamp his autograph!  We don't know about you, but we know humans who can't do half what this little guy has done.  What a marvelous aspect these naturally intelligent and talented canine companions can add to our lives!