Portuguese Sheepdog Names

Introduction

The lively and smart Portuguese Sheepdog is very much loyal to the shepherd and herd if they are used for a working dog. From Portugal, and known as the Cão da Serra de Aires, this dog gives companionship, love, and protection to their family. Their ability to watch over livestock is cunning and their notification to the family of any predator or intruder is excellent. The breed is proud of the work they do.

Swift and agile, the Portuguese Sheepdog is of medium size. They have wavy-like hair that is quite dense and can have a longer mustache, beard, and eyebrows. The breed comes in a variety of colors. In native Portugal, they often refer to the Cão da Serra de Aires as “monkey dog” due to their monkey-like appearance in the face.

Portuguese Sheepdog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Portuguese Sheepdog

Hiccup

The Portuguese Sheepdog, Hiccup, was featured in The Bucks Village Journal, an online magazine covering South Bucks, Buckinghamshire, England. This Portuguese Sheepdog, named Hiccup, is the dog in the spotlight within the article, published in August 2015, about the breed.

Hiccup was the winner of the photo competition, and in the United Kingdom, is one of only 30 Portuguese Sheepdogs. Hiccup was bred in Portugal to primarily drive and guard flocks of sheep. It was a great experience for the photographer to meet and take images of Hiccup, and the fact that Hiccup won put this dog, and breed, in the spotlight. Not only are Portuguese Sheepdogs smart, swift, and loyal, they are also quite stunning in appearance.

In the August 5, 2011 issue of All Pet News, a Portuguese Sheepdog was featured as a devoted and lively herding dog. The title of the article reads Five Rare and Unique Dog Breeds with a subtitle of Hear of any of Them?

Medium sized and extremely intelligent, the Cao da Serra de Aires bonds very quickly to its owner. The breed is a rarer breed in other parts of the world, and the article showcases the breed and puts it in the spotlight for dog lovers to consider as their next breed of choice.

The All Pet News is also featured on social media and covers many different topics about pets, such as breed information, training, behavior, health, care, and many tips for pet owners. They have a fascinating blog section featuring articles about many different aspects of pet care.

Also, in the September 2017 issue of Bairrada, a Portuguese online magazine, an article was published about the number of dogs registered at the International Canine Exhibition. This exhibition takes place in Aveiro, and one of the few rare dog breeds mentioned is the Portuguese Sheepdog. It mentions that the Portuguese Sheepdog will be featured in one of the monographic expeditions of this famous dog competition. This article also put this rare dog in the spotlight, as many dog lovers around the world may not be quite familiar with the breed.

Portuguese Sheepdog Name Considerations

Naming your stunning Portuguese Sheepdog can be easy! You may choose to give them a name of Portuguese origin or you may prefer to name them according to their herding and protecting ability. Names like Leader or Packer are actual synonyms for herder, and names like Aasim and Edmon have a meaning of guardian.

You may also choose to gift your new dog a Portuguese name. There are many Portuguese names, as these names are popular all over the world. You may choose a common name, like Irene, for your girl, or a more elaborate native name, like Inacio, for a boy.

Remember you don't have to name your dog right away. You may wish to spend a few days with your new companion and get to know their personality while studying different possible names. If you have a hard time deciding between two ideal names, you can also give them a middle name as well! You can even choose to give them a first name with a meaning of "guardian" or "herder" and the middle name of Portuguese descent. Luckily, the choices are almost endless, and no matter what you choose, it will be perfect for your new family member!

Male Portuguese Sheepdog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Alvy Meaning guardian of all
0	Audie English name meaning noble strength
0	Edek Meaning owner of many spears
0	Garen French meaning guardian
0	Havard Meaning high guardian
0	Kenward Meaning who one who bravely guards
0	Jashik Meaning protector, guardian, defender
0	Kavalan Meaning protector, herder, guardian
0	Ranger Meaning guardian of the forest
0	Willermus Meaning determined guardian
0	Taayin Meaning guardian and protector
0	Millard Meaning guardian of the mill
0	Adalberto Portuguese meaning bright, intelligent, aristocratic
0	Davi Of Portuguese origin, meaning adored
0	Diogo Portuguese meaning doctrine
0	Erico Meaning King forever in Portuguese
0	Faustino Portuguese meaning fortunate
0	Estevao Of Portuguese origin, meaning man with the crown
0	Galip Portuguese meaning winner
0	Tadeo Portuguese meaning gift given by God
0	Tanvir Tanvir means powerful and courageous body in Portuguese
0	Olek Portuguese for defender of man
0	Ollie Of Portuguese origin, Ollie means olive
0	Onur Portuguese for honor
0	Quillan Portuguese for from the woods
0	Quinn Of Portuguese origin meaning wise
0	Quyan Portuguese meaning powerful
0	Levoy Meaning meadow of the sheep
0	Farley Meaning from the sheep's meadow
0	Rafferty Meaning of ewe, female sheep, lamb

Female Portuguese Sheepdog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
0	Annaya Meaning a gracious, protective guardian
0	Alexa Meaning guardian of mankind
0	Nyaja Meaning a guardian angel
0	Odelette Meaning the guardian of the mankind
0	Pala Meaning like a guardian
0	Rayla Meaning well-advised protector
0	Sandrine Meaning guardian of mankind
0	Eda Meaning a guardian angel who is wealthy
0	Aasfa Meaning the sole guardian or protector
0	Harisah Meaning protector and guardian
0	Ailinn Portuguese for bright, shining
0	Clemintina Portuguese for merciful and gentle
0	Elisa Portuguese for God is perfection
0	Jandira Of Portuguese origin, meaning a goddess
0	Jovita Meaning dedicated to love in Portuguese
0	Leanor Portuguese for bright one
0	Leticia Of Portuguese origin meaning happiness
0	Naara Portuguese for girl or maiden
0	Terra Of Portuguese origin for land, hill
0	Vanda Portuguese for falling like rain
0	Abril Portuguese for April
0	Gabi Of Portuguese origin meaning God's able-bodied one
0	Jacey Portuguese meaning beautiful
0	Belen Of Portuguese origin, Belen means Bethlehem
0	Lanna Portuguese meaning good-looking
0	Earnestine Portuguese for earnest
0	Damita Of Portuguese origin meaning little noble
0	Nann Nann means grace in Portuguese
0	Wandy In Portuguese, Wandy means wanderer
0	Winny Portuguese for peaceful friend