Papua New Guinea Dog Names

Introduction

Officially known as the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea is an Oceania country that includes the eastern half of the island of New Guinea as well as its offshore islands in Melanesia. It is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean north of Australia. Considered one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world (852 known languages in the country), Papua New Guinea is also one of the most rural, with only 18 percent of its population of over seven million living in urban centers. It is believed that the country has many groups of uncontacted people as well as undiscovered species of plants and animals in its interior. There is plenty to discover within Papua New Guinea, include a myriad of name possibilities for your new canine buddy.

Papua New Guinea Dog Names In Pop Culture

Featured Famous Papua New Guinea Dog

Montana and Biango

A well-known dog breed in Papua New Guinea is one that can only be found (and rarely) in that area. The breed is known as the New Guinea Singing Dog, as well as the New Guinea Highland Dog and it has originated in Papua New Guinea, having a fossil record that goes back six thousand years. The dogs are known for their distinctive and melodious howl. The dogs are not seen often and are not recommended as pets.

The New Guinea Singing Dog is considered a predatory, wild canine. A dog of the breed uses its voice as a way to communicate with other “singers”. The dogs are typically cute, small to medium (an average weight of 18 to 30 pounds) in size and very active and alert. They are seen in the following colors: black, black and tan, sable and red, with a dense, rough coat. The cheekbones of the breed are usually wide and they have a narrow muzzle and pear-shaped ears. The average lifespan for a dog of the breed is 16 to 19 years old. The dogs have adapted well to hunting in steep areas with a lot of vegetation and their joints and spine are more flexible than those of your average dog. In fact, the New Guinea Singing Dog can climb and jump as a cat does.

As the New Guinea Singing Dog is elusive in the wild, not much is known about their habits. It is believed that they most likely don’t live in packs and researchers believe that they likely hunt alone and defend their territory as mated pairs. In small groups there appears to be social rules and a dominant dog. It has been observed at the zoo that female Singing Dogs are more confident and assertive in unfamiliar situations. Dogs of the breed can be found at the zoo. Sir Edward Hallstrom, who at the time was president of the Taronga Zoo in Australia, gave the San Diego Zoo its first singing dog in 1957. A male arrived the following year and since then there have been 30 puppies born there. A small pack of Singing Dogs can be seen at the San Diego Zoo currently, and there are two Singing Dog “ambassadors”; Montana, at the Zoo and Biango at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Both ambassadors meet guests up close during presentations and even appear on television.

Papua New Guinea Dog Name Considerations

Don’t despair if you can’t seem to settle on a name for your pooch. This can be a challenge decision for many people. After all, you are likely looking for a name that suits your new friend and is something that you don’t mind saying over and over. If you don’t know where to start or are looking for new ideas, it can be helpful to consider places or things that are important to you. This can help you find a name that is a fit for your new pal while also allowing for positive feelings each time you call your dog.

Once you have decided on a place or something that is important to you, take some time to fully “explore” it. For example, let’s say you have always had an interest in Papua New Guinea. While you may not be able to hop on a plane for a quick visit, you can easily explore the country online. See what you find, from its rural and urban areas, food, and people. Make a list of potential names for your pooch. Once you have completed your exploring, you can try out the names on your buddy and see what is a good fit. With a large amount of cultural diversity and beautiful landscape, Papua New Guinea will offer plenty of inspiration when it comes to a name for your pal.

Male Papua New Guinea Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Adumo A town in the Highlands Region of Papua New Guinea
0	Alekano Also called Gahuku, Alekano is a Papua New Guinea language spoke in the northern district of Goroka
0	Bismarck For the Bismarck Sea, located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean within the nation of Papua New Guinea
0	Alotau A town in the southeast of Papua New Guinea
0	Moresby For Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea’s capital and largest city
0	Angoram A town in the northwestern part of Papua New Guinea
0	Buin A town on Bougainville Island, in eastern Papua New Guinea
0	Bulolo A town in the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Daru The capital of the Western Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Ialibu A town in the Southern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Kabwum A district of the Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Kuk For Kuk Early Agricultural Site
0	Kandrian Located in West New Britain Province
0	Huon For the Huon Peninsula, located on the island
0	Karkar An oval-shaped volcanic island in the Bismarck Sea
0	Kokopo The capital of East New Britain
0	Lido A large village on the northwestern coast of Papua New Guinea
0	Murray For Lake Murray, the largest lake in Papua New Guinea
0	Maprik Maprik District is a district of East Sepik Province
0	Hagen For Mount Hagen, the third largest city in Papua New Guinea
0	Kaukau Baked sweet potato
0	Sago Substance from a sago palm used as the starch for making bread and pudding
0	Sio A town on the north coast of the Huan Peninsula
0	Dei A district in the Western Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Mumu Pork roasted in a traditional earth oven and served with sweet potatoes, rice and vegetables
0	Bramble For Bramble Haven, an atoll in the Deperre Islands
0	Will For Will Genia, a rugby player born in Papua New Guinea
0	Steven For Steven Kari, a weightlifter from Papua New Guinea
0	Owen For the Owen Stanley Range, a southeastern part of a mountain chain, in Papua New Guinea
0	Andrew For Andrew McIntosh, a popular cricket player in Papua New Guinea

Female Papua New Guinea Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Ambunti A town in East Sepik Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Blanche For Blanche Bay, Kokopo, located on Rabual and considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Papua New Guinea
0	Atara For the Atara River, located on southeastern Bougainville Island
0	Girua For the Girua River
0	Benabena A stretch of valley in Papua New Guinea
0	Bereina A town in the Central Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Panasia For Panasia Island, an island beach that is part of the Louisiade archipelago
0	Jaba For the Jaba River, a river in Bougainville that empties into Empress Augusta Bay
0	Augusta For Empress Augusta Bay, located on the western side of the island of Bougainville
0	Kim For Kimbe, located on the island of New Britain; considered a first-rate dive resort
0	Bosavi For Mount Bosavi, a mountain in the Southern Highlands province of Papua New Guinea
0	Bogia A district located in the northwest Madang Province in Papua New Guinea
0	Boridi A village in the Owen Stanley Range in Papua New Guinea
0	Buka For an island located in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville in eastern Papua New Guinea
0	Amelia For the Amelia Earhart Memorial in Papua New Guinea
0	Buna A village located in Oro Province in Papua New Guinea
0	Efogi A town in the Central Province of Papua New Guinea
0	Gasmata A village located on the southern coast of New Britain in Papua New Guinea
0	Gona A coastal village in Oro Province
0	Kelanoa A town on the north coast of Huon Peninsula in Papua New Guinea
0	Kieta A port town on the eastern coast of Bougainville, an island in Papua New Guinea
0	Kikori For the Kikori River, located in southern Papua New Guinea on the island of New Guinea
0	Krisa A village in Sandaun Province
0	Mendi The provincial capital of the Southern Highlands Province
0	Popondetta The capital of Oro Province
0	Salamaua A small town on the northeastern coastline of Papua New Guinea
0	Sangara A settlement in southeastern Papua New Guinea
0	Tari The capital of the Tari-Pori District in the Hela Province
0	Tufi For the Tufi Wharf in Madang
0	Sentani Lake Sentani, an open lake at the northeast extremity of the Jayapura Regency