Adorable Names for Kittens!

Does your kitten have a sparkling personality? Is your kitten the prettiest shade of orange or white?

Or is he or she registered? Overwhelmed by the endless possibilities?

Relax! It takes time to weigh the options. Keep reading for tips.

Choosing Names for Kittens

There is no right or wrong answer when picking a name for a kitten. Some people name their kittens by the color of their coat or eyes. Others name their kittens based upon their kittens’ behavior. A bashful kitten can be named Heidi. A bold, outgoing kitten may be named Hellion. A rescued kitten may be named Lucky.

Some individuals even name their kittens after former pets that have died. The choices are infinite. Look at whether or not your kitten likes its name. Kittens may not understand human verbal language, but they do know the spirit and intent of your words. Whatever name you choose, keep it positive and upbeat.

But, I Need Ideas for Kitten Names...

Glad you asked. Here are some ideas for where to find kitten names.

• Favorite books

  Female Kitten Names

  Male Kitten Names

  Unique Kitten Names

• Funny movies
• Great songs
• Vibrant colors
• Family suggestions
• Favorite vacation spot
• Name of your hometown
• Beloved television shows
• Your chosen sports team
• All-About-Cute-Kittens.com

Registered Kittens

If you adopted purebred kittens, then you may have little say in naming them. Purebred kittens have registered names with indicate the breed, the lineage, the appearance, and the cattery of origin. Registered names for kittens can be quite long.

To get around this, come up with a brief nickname or “call name” for your registered kitten. Use the “call name” for non-formal everyday use.

Naming Ceremony

Congratulations on finding the purr-fect kitten name. Have you thought about enlisting the help of friends or family to christen your kitten’s new name? It’s a great way to for others to welcome your new family member and get to know your kitten. It’s also a great way to socialize your kitten to unfamiliar faces.

Go ahead. Invite a few friends over. Show off your new kitten!

Answering the Call

Getting your kitten to come when called not only helps you, it helps your kitten. If your kitten is an outdoor cat, training them to come when called can save their life. Start your kitten off on the right paw early and teach them their name.

The first rule of teaching a kitten to come when called is to associate positive activities with the kitten’s name. Maybe your kitten gets a treat or time to play with its favorite toy. Whatever you do, make the association positive.

Second, don’t punish or give negative consequences when calling your kitten’s name. Your kitten can easily associate its name with unwanted.

Third, keep it simple. Keep your kitten’s name short and simple. Try to keep it to just one or two syllables. And also don’t repeat the name over and over when calling your kitten. It may just get confused, annoyed, and not respond to your call.

Remember…to have fun when picking names for kittens.

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