Skiing Inspired Dog Names

Introduction

Moving downhill, freestyle, or cross-country, skiing has longtime been a favorite winter pastime of people for years. Furry friends love snow, too, and did you know they also hit the slopes? Some dogs are specially trained to work ski mountains to sniff out and detect danger and protect ski enthusiasts abound. These canine ski patrollers use their strong sense of smell to locate humans in the event of an avalanche. Not only can dogs find humans in an avalanche, but they can find them very fast – one dog can do the work of 150 trained human search party members! If you have fond memories of skiing, spending your winter months on the slopes, or are just impressed by the hard-working, quick-thinking ski patrolling avalanche canines, you may consider choosing a ski-inspired name for your dog.

Skiing Inspired Dogs Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Skiing Inspired Dog

Lucy

Alpine skiing, also known as downhill skiing, is not known for the faint of heart. It takes strength, discipline, endurance, and a lot of training to be an Olympic alpine skiing athlete, and typically requires a substantial amount of travel to various ski slopes for races. With that in mind, skier Lindsey Vonn doesn’t go anywhere without her furry companions, and that includes the slopes. Lindsey is an American alpine skier. She is one of two women to have won four World overall championships and was the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in downhill. In addition, she also won two Olympic bronze medals and two World Championship gold medals.

More than a cheer squad, her dog Lucy, is a true companion to Lindsey when she travels, sticking by her side through and through – even accompanying her to press events! Lucy is a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. The name Lucy means “light” and in this case is the perfect inspiration for skiing as a great reminder to stay light on the skis as you zoom through the powder. Lindsey’s dog Lucy began gaining popularity when she began appearing on Lindsey’s social media and traveling with Lindsey to skiing events.

Lucy’s not the only dog in Lindsey’s life as she has two other dogs that are a part of the Vonndog pack. Leo, a rescue dog, came into Vonn's life as she was recovering from a debilitating knee injury. Leo's knee was also suffering from a knee injury after having previously being hit by a car. That doesn’t stop Lindsey and Leo from having adventures together, as seen on their very own Vonndogs social media account, Leo enjoys snow adventures with Lindsey. Leo’s name means “Lion,” and in German, it’s the short form of Leon which means “brave people.” Skiers must have both the heart of a lion and be brave when they ski the alpine slopes like Lindsey does.

Bear rounds out Lindsey's Vonndog pack. Lindsey rescued Bear so that Leo would have a companion when Lindsey was traveling on the road and was unable to be with her dogs. The meaning behind the name Bear is taken from the animal bear, whose personality characteristics include being gruff and powerful, but bears are also known for being sensitive and intelligent. These characteristics, especially being powerful and intelligent, can be important when skiing as being strong and smart when braving the outdoor elements is always wise.

Skiing Inspired Dog Name Considerations

Ski-inspired names are appropriate for dogs of all shapes and sizes. When deciding on a ski-inspired name for your dog, you may feel inspired by famous skiers or slopes, but you know that skiing is your passion – wouldn’t it be great to find a ski name that fits your dog?

As a ski enthusiast, when trying to come up with the right name for your dog, consider the breed, personality, and size. Do you think your dog will love snow like you do? Perhaps you should consider an Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, Canadian Eskimo, and Samoyed as they would all make for great companions with skiing inspired names that might share your passion for winter weather and enjoy spending time outside in cold weather. These dog breeds might make excellent slope companions as their coats will help keep them warm in the winter elements.

While getting a white, fluffy dog may consistently remind you of the powder that you love to ski in, you may prefer a black or darker haired dog to make your furry friend easier to spot while spending time together in the snow or elsewhere. One thing is for sure, a skiing inspired dog name will remind you of your love for skiing.

Male Skiing Inspired Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Alpine Downhill as opposed to cross country.
1	Nordic Cross-country skiing
1	Aspen Popular Colorado ski destination
1	Ollie Jump or hop on skis that can be done on the flat
0	Berkshire Popular New England ski destination.
0	Beast Nickname was given to the slope in Killington, VT, the largest slope in the eastern U.S.
0	Planker Another name for a skier
0	Gnar Short for gnarly, meaning dangerous and cool
0	Ripper An impressive skier
0	Shredder An accomplished skier who shreds the slope
0	Chowder Already skied on snow
0	Hermann Hermann Maier, Austrian alpine skier and gold medalist
0	Truls Truls Karlsen, Norwegian alpine skier and World Cup finalist
0	Leon Namesake of Lindsey Vonn's rescue dogs and a member of Vonndogs
0	Vonn Lindsey Vonn, American alpine skier and three-time Olympic medalist
0	Bear Namesake of Lindsey Vonn's rescue dogs and a member of Vonndogs
0	Eagle Aerial with arms and legs spread apart
0	Bomber A skier or snowboarder flying down a slope in an uncontrolled manner
0	Mogul Bumps carved into the snow
0	Super G The fastest discipline in Alpine racing
0	Terrain A ski area separate from the downhill filled with jumps
0	Zigzag Skiing across a slope in a “z” pattern
0	Luge A sled for coasting or racing down a chute
0	Berm A snowbank used to provide stability on the outside of a turn
0	Funicular Cable railway that transports skiers up and down a steep slope
0	Cornice Hanging mass of snow at the edge of a peak
0	Whiteout Limited visibility due to snow and weather
0	Blue An easy run for beginner skiers
0	Piste French for downhill ski trail
-1	Crevasse Deep and sometimes hidden crack in a glacier

Female Skiing Inspired Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
1	Lucy The namesake of Lindsey Vonn's Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
1	Bunny An easy ski slope for beginners
0	Apres-ski Socializing at the ski lodge/chalet after skiing
0	Lindsey American World Cup alpine ski racer on the US Ski Team
0	Downhill Another name for alpine skiing
0	Julia As in Manusco, American World Cup alpine ski racer and Olympic gold medalist.
0	Bony Early or late season skiing when rocks or gravel hit skis through the snow
0	Sofia As in Goggia, Italian World Cup alpine ski racer
0	Monoski Ski with both boots attached to a single board
0	Powder A fresh snowfall for skiing
0	Tail The end of a ski
0	Traverse Skiing in a zig-zag pattern as opposed to straight down the slope
0	Slalom Race down a winding course marked by flags and poles
0	Stina Referring to Stina Nilsson of Sweden
0	Drifter A skier that travels or moves unintentionally off-trail
0	Gaper A skier who does not understand proper slope etiquette
0	Jib Riding skis across on a non-snow surface
0	Liftie Lift operator
0	Tram Aerial lift that transports skiers up the mountain
0	Schuss A straight downhill run on skis
0	Chutes Narrow sections of snow between two rock walls
0	Quiver Collection of ski types
0	Basket Round, flat disc located by ski-poles to prevent poles from sinking
0	Herringbone Named for the marks when a skier moves upward through the snow
0	Kicker Cheese-shaped wedge jump, allows a skier to gain height
0	Sport An activity involving physical exertion, such as skiing
0	Aerials Freestyle ski jumping involving flips
0	Edge Metal strip on the edge of the ski used for control and turning
0	Salopettes French for snow pants
0	Chatter Vibration of skis caused by traveling at high speeds down slopes