In This Issue
Cashing in on Britain’s love affair with pets
Greater Manchester pet shop ransacked by burglars
Darcy named PDSA Pet Survivor 2016 after 60ft fall
New formulations result in improved Animology range
Garden centre opens new pets and aquatic department
Pet pooch Jack wins nationwide photo competition
Pet food firm delivers Christmas gifts to homeless dogs
Warning of gar species for sale in England and Wales
New wild garden bird food brand 'Chirpy' launched
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Top dog names of 2016 revealed
Ex-Sainsbury’s Head of Business Development joins pet firm
Tiny pooch saved by PDSA charity vets is home in time for Christmas
Agria Pet Insurance appoints new Head of Direct Marketing
Evolution Aqua buys the Bermuda brand from Scotts
Grain free Alpha Spirit available from Pedigree Wholesale
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Top dog names of 2016 revealed
The list of top dog names of 2016 has been revealed, and it seems like the classic names are still the most popular.

It looks like owners are giving their dogs much more human names, while the site rover.com has noted many people this year have been inspired by popular culture in deciding the name of their new dog. According to the site, 53% of owners named their dogs after TV, film, or book characters or a celebrity.

One of the new additions to the list is 'Luna', meaning the Harry Potter-themed names are still popular, while it's also the name of the This Morning puppy.

On the boy's side, Max remains the most popular name for a second year in a row.

Powerful women also influenced pet names this year, with dog names inspired by well-known women climbing 13 per cent. Coco Chanel, Betty White and Eleanor Roosevelt all rose in the rankings this year.

Food names are still a favourite for pet owners, with junk food themes like Taffy and Twix increasing in popularity.

Check out the list below from rover.com...

Top 10 male dog names of 2016

  • Max
  • Charlie
  • Buddy
  • Cooper
  • Jack
  • Rocky
  • Bear
  • Duke
  • Toby
  • Tucker

Top 10 female dog names of 2016

  • Bella
  • Lucy
  • Daisy
  • Lola
  • Luna
  • Molly
  • Sadie
  • Sophie
  • Bailey
  • Maggie
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