Let me officially introduce -- Boomer
Wow. What an amazing response from everyone to our first ever contest here at the KC Dog Blog.
I'd kind of expected about 8-10 responses -- but I had 42 comments, a few email submissions, and many that had multiple name choices.
I liked so many of the names for our little guy -- especially the thought people put into the names. Names like Amos, Santo, Dante, Phoenix, Abe, Jericho, Beacon, Leo, Baruch -- all had great historical or linguistic significance.
Some more traditional names, Charlie, Lester, and Carter geared more toward his old spirit. Some were just plain fun, like Pigpen, Pachino, Deeogi, Boscoe, Shamrock, and Justice.
Some were based on color like mocha and cola. And many were tributes to where he's come from - Barrell, Okie, Barney, Landis, Kelly,Lucky, Chance, Prius and Sooner - that one was close!
At the end of the day, we went with Boomer. Boomer obviously has some Oklahoma significance: Boomer Sooner. It seems pretty masculine and because he's been so fearful, I like the idea of calling him "Boo" for short -- knowing he'll eventually grow into being a BOOMer!
So because of the large number of responses, I am going to offer TWO books as prizes. The first Chicken Soup for the Soul, Loving our Dogs books will go to Brian Cluxton, who came up with the name we chose. But because I liked the name so much, I am going to reward my second copy of the book to the "Tribute Name" of Landis -- which I just loved. Maybe another one of the OK dogs out there needs a name?
Thanks everyone for playing. The kind words will serve as inspiration on Boo's bad days (like the day my wife almost choose "Mr. Hankey" because of the poopy mess he made, and rolled in, in his cage two days ago).
Here is a pic of the "hankey" being washed off of him by my neice Hannah.
I'll continue to update you on Boomer's progress periodically.
Meanwhile, I hope the two of you enjoy your books -- it's filled with a lot of heartwarming stories of the impact dogs had on people's lives -- who knows, maybe Boomer's story will be one for the book someday.
Congratulations Boomer.
You`re already looking braver and spiffier.
Hope your Niece got a special treat for that job.
Those eyes don`t look so fearful anymore.
They have that "I think someone loves me" look.
Posted by: Anon | January 02, 2009 at 09:38 AM
ahh so cute!!
Posted by: blafband | January 02, 2009 at 01:49 PM
Great name! I knew a 'Boomer' once...he got his name b/c he used to jubilantly 'explode' into a yard/room/anywhere he went. "kaBOOM!" you knew Boomer was there! Very bubbly happy dog...which I know you're lil foster will blossom into once he knows real love.
Happy New Year Boomer...it will be your best ever!
Posted by: krislars | January 02, 2009 at 07:19 PM
I think Boomer suits him very well! I hope you will keep us posted on his progress!
I had a 'Boo' (for Boo Radley) not too many years ago. Sweetest dog that ever lived. He carried my kids thru a divorce and helped all of us thru many tough times. Me an' you an' a dog named Boo.....
Boo, Boomer -- both are fantastic names! I hope to read more about him soon!
Posted by: Becky | January 02, 2009 at 07:51 PM
A welcome home song for Boomer!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EHWujXubNM
Posted by: Donna | January 03, 2009 at 07:58 PM
I had my speakers on too loud and it scared Boo! He recovered quickly tho...
I also like Boo as in "Boyfriend".
Posted by: MichelleD | January 03, 2009 at 08:41 PM
Awesome! I'm honored you chose Boomer. Please let us know how he's doing periodically.
Posted by: Brian Cluxton | January 05, 2009 at 08:05 AM
I'm surprised you didn't call him Newkirk.
Newkirk, heel! Newkirk, Sit - Stay! Go to your room, Newkirk!
:>)
Posted by: Selma | January 05, 2009 at 11:48 AM