Introduction
It is an exciting time when a new dog or little puppy joins the family household. The first glance into their loving eyes is usually enough to seal the deal, and I am sure that is why dogs have such expressive eyes. But as you enjoy introducing your new pal to your home, the realisation that you need a name that is special and is fitting for this dog suddenly is brought home to you. Perhaps the name you originally thought of before you got the dog now seems inadequate? However, help is on hand as this list will help you choose an original and tailored name. Inspired by amazing Police Dogs, here are some names that are both gallant yet original. By choosing a name that is less common, when you call out for your dog you won't have a dozen other dogs heed the call as well.
Police Dog Names in Pop Culture
Dogs make such good canine actors - they are willing to be trained and act as goofy or mean as they are expected to do. To them it is all a game and seems to please their master. Turner and Hooch is the story of an obsessively well ordered police inspector Scott Turner, who is left with a dog on his hands - something he is not quite prepared for. Hooch's noisy and destructive nature is the complete opposite of Scott's neat, tidy and calm existence. But as the plot unravels, the pair work together to uncover a local murder situation and the two develop a real bond with each other. I won't say any more except that you need to watch the movie and it may make you cry a bit. But the ending is happy. Hooch is a cool name for a dog, although his real name was Beasley which is a great name as well. Police dogs are so well trained; they are devoted to their handlers, and fulfil a vital role in law enforcement. The partnership between dog and handler is very strong and deserves respect for the commitment they have and the risks they encounter as part of their job.
Another awesome movie is K-9, a story about an unlikely pair. At first reluctant to have a canine partner, Mike Dooley (played by Jim Belushi) requires help to fight a drug dealer who is trying to kill him. Jerry Lee (the canine star) has been trained to smell drugs, so teams up with Dooley to help solve the problem. Jerry Lee just isn't any old dog though, he has a mind of his own and only likes to work when the mood strikes. He is also quite disruptive and boisterous, so you can imagine the trials and tribulations going on here. The dog is a brilliant actor; Jerry Lee is played by a 3-year old German Shepherd from West Germany named Rando. This dog with a cool name had to learn commands in English, as well as how to act the part. It just goes to show how adaptable and intelligent dogs are.
Police Dog Name Considerations
Single or double syllable names are easy to say whereas longer names can become a mouthful. For a young active dog, you need to be able to say their name quickly before they disappear! Keep in mind that you will be calling your dog's name out in public, or saying it at your veterinarian's office, so choose wisely. A respectable name that honors the brave and courageous dogs of Police Forces world over is a wonderful choice.
Male Police Dog Inspired Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
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| 7 |
Caesar
A great name for a strong leader with outstanding personality
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| 7 |
Gator
Forbidding name - this dog won't let go easily - perfect for a police dog
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| 7 |
Bear
Big, bold and with a shaggy coat
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| 6 |
Blue
From the saying 'True Blue' meaning very reliable, committed and loyal
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| 6 |
Rookie
Someone who is new to the job
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| 6 |
Titan
The Titans wer members of the second generation of divine beings in Greek Mythology
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| 5 |
Badger
A wild animal but also a tendency to pester or hassle something until success is reached
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| 5 |
Phantom
You probably won't see him until he wants to be seen
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| 5 |
Rocky
A tough dog much like the terrain in some areas
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| 4 |
Goliath
It would suit an impressive large German Shepherd
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| 4 |
Ace
Good at everything or did the job right
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| 4 |
Diesel
A fuel that doesn't need any spark to get ignition
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| 3 |
Ricochet
Bounces off things
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| 2 |
Callahan
After the police character played by Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry, the movie
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| 2 |
Karpa
The name of an amazing military dog killed in the line of duty
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| 2 |
Malchick
Russian name for boy - it sounds so unique and strangely fitting
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| 2 |
Devil
Not to be ignored or messed with
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| 1 |
Holster
Where you put your gun when not in use
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| 1 |
Hawk
A bird of prey but in this case, someone who doesn't miss a trick
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| 1 |
Hunter
A dog that finds what he is looking for
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| 0 |
Enforcer
Perfect for a large guard dog or a dog of impressive stature
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| -1 |
Axel
It means the bringer of peace
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Moose
A large dog not to be messed with, like the animal the name comes from
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| -1 |
Mayhem
Can mean chaos, perfect for a busy dog
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| -1 |
Maurauder
To surprise and overcome
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Pharoah
Regal leader in ancient Egypt
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| -2 |
Bullet
Faster than a speeding Bullet, perfect for a dog who is fast on his feet
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| -3 |
Magnum
A type of large-bore cartridge gun, .44 Magnum which is popular on law enforcement movies
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| -3 |
Scout
Perfect for a dog who loves to find and follow a trail
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| -3 |
Prince
A leader of royal blood, good breeding
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Female Police Dog Inspired Names
| Votes | Name | Vote |
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| 9 |
Kahlua
A dark liquor often mixed with milk and ice
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| 9 |
Lady
A female who is refined and elegant
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| 7 |
Sierra
A mountain range, strong and solid
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| 6 |
Ghost
Very stealthy and elusive
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| 6 |
Raven
Perfect for a dog with a thick glossy dark coat
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| 6 |
Echo
Perfect for a dog who seems to be here, there and everywhere
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| 5 |
Elvira
A lovely word that means white, ideal for a snowy white dog
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| 5 |
Paloma
The meaning is dove; it's a beautiful name for a beautiful dog
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| 5 |
Sabina
A lovely Latin name meaning of the Sabine Tribe but is an awesome name for a dog of strength
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| 5 |
Venus
A short and sweet name for this interplanetary body
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Sabbath
Supposedly a day of rest, but an interesting name
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Duchess
A female of rank and position
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Amazon
A strong athletic woman warrior
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Sheba
Taken from the Queen of Sheba, a south Arabian speaking kingdom
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Storm
Stormy and forbidding skies, ideal name for an aloof large dog of dark color
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| 4 |
Taboo
It means forbidden
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| 3 |
Nikita
It means victory of the people in the Russian language
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| 3 |
Huntress
A female hunter
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| 3 |
Minka
Translated means resolute which is ideal for a police name inspired pooch
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Thunder
Stormy by nature, it would suit a dark colored German Shepherd
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Gypsy
A free spirit who travels wherever they please
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Nemesis
It means downfall or to take a person out of the picture, to remove or quell
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Diva
A star or someone with loads of confidence
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Deja Vu
Love this name, it means 'a feeling of having been there before or seen it all before'
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Pepper
A spicy condiment as well as being a fantastic name for a clever canine
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| 1 |
Nina
The name means strong
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| 0 |
Petra
A Greek name meaning stone
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Vixen
A female fox, very cunning and a survivor
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Yasmine
An Arabic name for the Jasmine, sweetly perfumed flower
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| -4 |
Garbo
After the famous Swedish film actress Greta Garbo from the 1920's
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Written by a Golden Labrador Retriever lover Jean Brewer
Published: 01/30/2018, edited: 04/24/2020
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