[DoxieDaddy]

Hi all - I'm new here and would like some advice. I'd like to hear opinions on changing a dog's name - 2 1/2 yrs old, rescued dachshund, not abused, surrendered by loving family, original name known. Does it matter one way or the other? Seriously?

[suebgone]

not a problem. think of all the shelter dogs with unknown names, they learn a new one.

I would suggest using his old & new name together for a week - & change your emphisis from old to new after a couple days.

[nattiej1976]

I personally think that changing a rescues name is a nice thing to do.......It creates the new identity with the new family. I have changed animals names before and had friends who have changed animal names before, without any problem, all the dog/cat cares about is that when that word is said it means some love, attention and fun, they learn new names pretty quickly.

[wishbone]

Calling him with his new name and rewarding will help.
He was able to recognize his new name faster and his loving owner.

[christine705]

I rescued a 15 month old dog who was named Lady, she was really sick and in bad shape when I got her so I decided to change her name to give her a new start, but I kept it kind of close so she wouldn't be to confused, now her name is Lily.

[Polishbear78]

I would try to keep the name unless you absolutely hate it but thats because i always like to do things the easy way.

[Lyka_01]

I think changing the name of your pet is not bad...
For his new beginning its better...
I think you have a good reason by doing that and that's for better...