Introduction
New Zealand Heading Dog Names in Pop Culture
Dog was a Border Collie Sheepdog, the breed that the New Zealand Heading Dog was bred from. So both have a very similar appearance and characteristics. The New Zealand Heading dog has been the backbone of the farming industry in New Zealand, often responsible for huge flocks of sheep on expansive farms covering hundreds of acres. Devoted and loyal, these dogs round up the sheep and move them as required without scaring the flock into panic mode. The New Zealand Heading Dog is well respected in the farming community and they excel at dog shows. While Dog from Footrot Flats wasn't quite as accomplished (he often got side tracked trying to get rid of Wal's girlfriend or chasing his own) he still had some skills at bringing home the sheep. A movie was made of the cartoon, with Dave Dobbyn singing the theme songs. Not surprisingly, the movie was a hit and Dog and Wal have become New Zealand legends.
New Zealand Heading Dogs making a name for themselves can be found all over this vast and beautiful area. Prue and Storm herd sheep near Alexandra in the south island of New Zealand. They are just two members of this amazing breed that come from a long line of talented canines.
New Zealand Heading Dog Name Considerations
Male New Zealand Heading Dog Names
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Tahu
Of Arabic origin, this means one who is pure
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Prince
A high position within Royalty - to be revered
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Khan
A title given to a great leader or warrior
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Inca
Reflects a dog of a historic royal family or background
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Czar
A very powerful person or in this case, dog
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Cobber
Another name for friend or mate
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Caesar
After the great Roman dictator Julius Caesar
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Zinny
After the great All Blacks Rugby player Zinzan Brooks
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Skeeter
This cute name means swift, perfect for an active dog
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Radar
You will never get lost with this dog
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Quest
A dog on a mission
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Possum
The wily possum who has settled into NZ life so well
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Pirate
One who thinks outside the square
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Noble
A dog with grace and dignity - one to be trusted
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Nugget
As valuable as a nugget of gold
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Mace
A weapon to be wielded as needed
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Major
A person (or dog ) of high rank
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Karma
What you give out comes back to you
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Haka
A traditional Maori war cry or dance
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Heist
A dog who steals the show
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Hawk
One who misses nothing and sees all
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Ghost
A stealty dog who moves like liquid shadow
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Edge
A New Zealand Heading Dog always has the edge over the stock
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Dice
A lucky dog - don't compete against them - they will win
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Duke
Perfect for a respectable high ranking dog
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Dagg
A dog with a sense of humour and loves to have fun
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Butch
A rugged tough dog
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Anzac
New Zealanders and Australians who served and died in the wars
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Female New Zealand Heading Dog Names
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Dawn
A dog who is as beautiful as the dawn of day
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Yoshi
Japanese for good luck or respectable
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Xena
A warrior princess of amazing prowess
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Toppa
For a top dog who is good at all she does
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Tasha
Means born at Christmas time - very special
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Storm
Wild and unpredicable in nature
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Skye
Vast, expansive, and all encompassing
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Saffron
A valuable dye of an orange-yellow color
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Roxy
A female with a lot of style and attitude
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Noodle
Simple and cute, it's a sweet name
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Pandora
For a dog that surprises you every time
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Princess
A female who has royal blood - high ranking
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Precious
For a precious dog of course
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Pearl
Rare and sweet
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Panda
Black and white, furry, and as cute as anything
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Muffy
For a dog with a lot of hair or a 'muff' of hair
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Minx
A tad mischievous with a mind of their own
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Mintie
For moments like these, you need a mintie
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Jasmine
After the fragrant beautiful flower
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Jewel
A rare and precious jewel - of immense value
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Grace
Suits a dog with grace and style
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Gypsy
One who loves to roam and travel
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Floss
After the Roman goddess of flowers
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Echo
A sound that seems to come from many places
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Dusky
A name that suits a dark colored dog
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Della
A short form of Adela which means of nobility
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Button
A lively dog who keeps it all together
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Brandy
A spirit that gives a warm relaxing feeling
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Blossom
For a dog as pretty as the first flowers of spring
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Amber
A valuable rock or stone
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Kyber
Intense and focused
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Bruno
Means sheild or armor - to protect
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