{"id":593,"date":"2023-08-14T20:40:47","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T20:40:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/flipsideviber.net\/?p=593"},"modified":"2023-08-15T00:52:19","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T00:52:19","slug":"how-to-name-your-cat-7-steps-to-consider-and-follow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/flipsideviber.net\/index.php\/2023\/08\/14\/how-to-name-your-cat-7-steps-to-consider-and-follow\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Name Your Cat \u2014 7 Steps to Consider and Follow"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s a big decision to own a cat, and naming your kitten is a challenge that most people don\u2019t even consider until they\u2019ve brought one home. If you\u2019ve just gotten a new cat and you\u2019re struggling to pick a name, don\u2019t worry. By the end of this article, you\u2019ll understand how to pick the purrfect<\/em> name for your feline companion.<\/p>\n

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The 7 Steps to Naming Your Cat<\/h2>\n

1.<\/span> Don\u2019t Rush into a Name<\/h3>\n

Cats learn words they recognize faster when associating a term, command, or name with something positive. For example, your cat will understand \u201ctreat\u201d when you provide them with one. When choosing a name, it\u2019s best not to rush into something you\u2019ll end up hating later.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re worried about taking too long to find a name for your furry friend, don\u2019t worry. You can experiment with what works for both of you and find the perfect name within a couple of weeks.<\/p>\n

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2.<\/span> Strive for Double Syllables<\/h3>\n

Double-syllable names separate other words that sound the same to your cat, which will cause less confusion and quicker response times. Although, if you choose a one-syllable name, you can always repeat the name when calling your fur baby. For example, a cat named Bo can be called Bo-Bo.<\/p>\n

Also, consider other names in your household. If your dog or kids\u2019 name is Willow or Gracie, you\u2019ll want to avoid names that rhyme or have the same consonants, like Shadow or Macie. Names that have double syllables make things easier for your cat to learn. Don\u2019t make things over complicated by using three or more syllable names.<\/p>\n

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3.<\/span> Use Names Ending With Vowels<\/h3>\n

Studies have proved that cats can differentiate between vowels<\/a>. Some vowels, such as A, E, and I, are simpler for your cat to interpret. When searching for a name, consider hard consonants such as B, D, K, and T. Hard vowels and consonants don\u2019t blend in with the rest of the English vocabulary and will help your cat comprehend that you\u2019re speaking to them.<\/p>\n

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