Spring Dog Names

Introduction

After the dark, gray, cold, stale days of winter, we crawl out to vibrant, green spring. At first, it feels like a dream, like we’ve woken in a fairy tale or Eden itself. Our eyes have to adjust: we notice the yellow daffodils lining the drive, the pink tulip-tree blooms in the distance, and the birdsong all around us. Everything is suddenly in motion with the springtime winds; indeed, everything seems to breathe and dance. It’s enough to make you realize you need a loving dog by your side, so if you find yourself with a new, energetic pup or even a shy, older rescue this March, April, or May, you’ll want a name that suits all that the adorable canine means to you.

Spring Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Dog with a Spring Name

Roselle

When we think of spring, we know that rose bushes begin sprouting new branches and leaves. We’ve pruned them back for winter, and during the months of March and April, they show signs of life again if we’ve taken care to protect them during the freezing temperatures. Perhaps the name Roselle makes a lot of us imagine a bright pink rosebud, but in this feature, you’ll see that “Roselle” is actually synonymous with “hero.”

When 9/11 occurred in the United States, it seemed that the world itself stopped somehow. For Michael Hingson, it was no different. He worked at his desk in the North Tower of the World Trade Center. He had a great job on the 78th floor, but his life was absolutely rattled on that dark day in September 2001 when he heard and felt a disturbingly loud boom.

He was one of thousands in the World Trade Center at the time. But Michael was somewhat different: as a blind man, he would depend on his guide dog, Roselle, to literally see him through the disaster. The yellow Lab remained calm and listened to her owner. Michael said, “Forward.” Roselle knew her role, and even in a crisis, she led Michael effortlessly and smoothly through all the smoke, noise, falling debris, and utter confusion.

Michael understood that Roselle would not leave his side. And she did not. Despite the flames and shouting, she stuck to her routine. Michael’s loyal teammate walked down nearly 1500 steps with him, giving sweet canine kisses to the first responders and firefighters who climbed past them in the stairwell. Eventually, Michael and Roselle reached freedom from the flames. They breathed glorious fresh air.

Michael actually wrote a book in Roselle’s memory about his and the guide dog’s journey through the World Trade Center. It’s entitled Thunder Dog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog & the Triumph of Trust at Ground Zero. Michael enjoys traveling around and sharing Roselle’s story. Kids and adults alike really connect with the ideas of love, loyalty, teamwork, patience, endurance, and heroism. All of these lessons certainly may be found in the nature and skills of Roselle.

Roselle and Michael appeared on Larry King, Regis & Kelly, and many other national stages. Sometimes it’s during our darkest hours that we see true love and friendship emerge. It’s when we least expect it that we are called on to be strong, to remain calm and steady, and to follow our instincts. Roselle passed away a decade after that dim, exhausting September day, but her story lives on today. She is a true hero.

Spring Dog Name Considerations

Springtime involves so much new life and wonder. On every corner, one meets with colorful blossoms and fresh green. Baby birds can be heard crying for food in their nest. People move outdoors for picnics, reunions, and cocktails. The sun is out, temperatures are on the rise, and blue skies abound. Why not name your dog after some of the lively, beautiful images of spring? The guide below will get you started, but so much inspiration for names may be garnered simply by taking your new pup for a walk outside. You’ll see, smell, hear, feel, and even taste so much about spring!

You might give your canine a title that centers on plants, which are absolutely everywhere during March, April, and May: try “Herb,” “Sprout,” “Bean,” Daisy,” “Lilac,” or “Camellia.” Birds are also a common sight, so “Bunting,” “Hawk,” “Dovie,” or “Ruby” could be what you’re after. A spring tag might also be “Brella,” short for umbrella, or “Camper” because many people enjoy the pastime of camping as the weather warms up. Basically, if your dog has a “spring” in their step or they simply love the outdoors when all of nature swings back into bloom, consider a spring-inspired dog name for your lovable furry guy or gal.

Male Spring Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
2	Sprout Plenty of fresh green sprouts can be seen
2	March March is the first month of spring
2	Bean Beans flourish in the warm springtime
1	Arbor In honor of Arbor Day
1	Patrick In honor of St. Patrick’s Day
1	Bubbles Spring is the perfect time to begin blowing bubbles outdoors
1	Splash Spring is a time for splashing in puddles
0	Herb Herbs are growing in the garden and in pots on the porch
0	Mardi In honor of Mardi Gras
0	Mango It’s time to add mangos to your fruity drinks and dishes
0	Hawk Hawks begin hunting in the spring when life fills the meadows
0	Wade Many people wade creeks in spring
0	Oscar In honor of all the recently named Oscar films
-1	Hummer After the spring arrival of hummingbirds
-1	Flicker After the “common flicker” woodpecker
-2	Jalapeno Jalapenos begin sprouting in the springtime
-2	Barrow Short for “wheelbarrow”
-2	Kite During windy March, it’s the perfect time to fly a kite
-3	Mulch We use mulch as we plant new flowers and produce
-3	Shed We pull out yard tools from the shed out back
-3	Pawpaw After those yellow-green fruits native to Canada and the U.S.
-3	Kingfisher Kingfishers do a lot of springtime hunting on ponds and lakes
-3	Oriole Orioles are birds bearing orange that can be seen in spring
-3	Heron The Great Blue Heron enjoys springtime fishing
-3	Reviver Everything is renewed and revived in spring
-3	Camper Camping is an enjoyable springtime activity
-3	Pitcher Baseball begins in the spring
-3	Catcher Another baseball reference
-3	Bunting After the “Indigo bunting” finch
-4	Fence Perhaps it’s time to paint the old wooden fence again

Female Spring Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
5	Daisy Daisies cover hillsides and meadows during spring
4	Sage Sage is a fresh herb that grows in spring
4	Honey Bees collect pollen for honey in the spring months
3	Bloom Blooms begin to appear everywhere in the springtime
3	Lilac Lilacs can be seen during April and May
3	Rosemary Rosemary is a fresh herb that grows in spring
3	Flora Many flowers bloom in the spring
3	Polly A play on the word “pollen”
3	April April is the second month of spring
3	May May is the last month of spring
2	Birdie Many new birds hatch from their eggs
2	Pepper Black peppercorn grows during the springtime
2	Camellia Camellias bloom in early, cool spring
2	Martini Friends sip martinis on outdoor patios during springtime
2	Ruby After the “ruby-throated hummingbird” of spring
0	Gardenia Gardenia bushes begin blooming in late springtime
0	Lemon Lemons are bright and sunny like springtime
0	Peaches Peaches begin growing during the springtime
0	Cauli Short for “cauliflower”
0	Julep After the springtime cocktail “mint julep”
-1	Robin Robins are out in force hunting for worms after spring rains
-1	Brella Short for “umbrella”
-1	Dovie After the “mourning dove” of spring
-2	Butterfly Butterflies begin emerging from their cocoons in March
-2	Picnic Many families go on picnics as the spring weather warms up
-2	Patty In honor of St. Patrick’s Day
-2	Parasol Ladies carry parasols in spring to shade them from the sun
-3	Ladybug Ladybugs are a common symbol of bright spring
-3	Mama In honor of Mother’s Day
-5	Patio Family and friends gather on patios during the warmer days