County announces best dog names and breeds
June 16—TRAVERSE CITY — Once a year, the Grand Traverse County Treasurer’s Office announces the top dog names and breeds based on dog license sales data.
In 2023, a total of 4,672 dog licenses were sold locally, primarily through veterinary practices. Licenses are also available at the Government Center in downtown Traverse City. Area kennels purchased a small percentage of this total number.
The “Top 10” dog names in 2023 were (in order of popularity): Luna, Bella, Lucy, Daisy, Charlie, Cooper, Max, Buddy, Sadie and Maggie.
Six of these names – Luna, Bella, Lucy, Daisy, Charlie and Max – also made the list of the most popular dog names in the country, according to a May 2024 report from US News & World Report.
It should be noted that dog names have also played a role in American history. President Harry Truman once said, “If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog.” » In response, President Clinton named his White House chocolate-colored Labrador retriever “Buddy.”
The most popular dog breeds in the county in 2023 were: Labrador, golden retriever, German shepherd, pitbull, goldendoodle, poodle, Australian shepherd, chihuahua, dachshund and shih-tzu.
“It’s one of the most fun things we do,” said Patti Leasure, who works in the treasurer’s office. “It’s interesting how people name their dogs, which can be quite unusual.
“From time to time, dog owners come here with their (pets) on a leash to pay for a license. We love seeing them!”
County Treasurer Sarah Gum has a dog named “Oliver.” When Gum was sworn in as the new treasurer in late January, a member of the three-member selection panel asked her if she had a dog and whether it was properly licensed.
After an outburst of laughter in the courtroom, Gum replied, “Yes, we have a dog and he is officially licensed by the county.”
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
A state law enacted in 1919 states: “It shall be unlawful for any person to possess a dog 6 months of age or older unless the dog is licensed.” » County dog licenses provide vital ownership information and verify that the dog is currently vaccinated against rabies.
Dog owners who fail to comply with the licensing requirement may be convicted of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $10 to $100 or imprisonment of up to three months, or both, pursuant to state law MCL 287.286. And that’s no reason to wag your tail.
Cats are not required to be licensed in Grand Traverse County, a disparity that has raised many eyebrows — and perhaps whiskers — over the years. However, “we strongly recommend that cats be vaccinated against the rabies virus and other common illnesses,” according to the county’s website.
WHERE THE MONEY GOES
In 2023, the county raised $121,711 from dog license sales. Virtually all of that money goes to supporting the county’s animal control program, Leasure said.
Current licensing fees depend on the age and spay/neuter status of the dog, as well as the length of the license. A current rabies certificate for each dog is required at the time of authorization.
County officials updated dog license fees in January 2017.
The fee for puppies 8 months or younger is $8, regardless of spay/neuter status. For a one-year license without a puppy, the fee is $30 for unsterilized animals and $15 if spayed or neutered. A three-year license costs $60 for unsterilized animals and $30 for those that have been spayed or neutered.
A sterilization certificate is required to benefit from the reduction.
ADOPTION NAME
Naomi Pobuda is the communications and marketing manager at the Cherryland Humane Society. She said dogs brought from the community sometimes arrive at the facility without a name or record.
“We use our creative energies to come up with dog names that seem to fit each animal,” Pobuda said. “Of course, people who adopt our dogs often want to use a new name, which is completely acceptable.”
The humane society’s mission is to “provide a safe haven for animals in our care as we strive to find them responsible, loving, permanent homes while promoting animal welfare.” When a dog is adopted, the organization ensures that it is vaccinated and sterilized so that it can obtain the required dog license and applicable discount.
The humane society is located at 1750 Ahlberg Rd. in Garfield Township, off Hammond Road.
To learn more about adopting a dog, including the application process and photos of available animals, visit https://cherrylandhumane.org/. Volunteers and donations are always welcome, Pobuda said.
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