Nigel dog name - meaning, origin, personality and popularity

Nigel is a strong and classic name for a dog. It exudes sophistication and charm, perfect for a loyal and dignified canine companion.

Popularity of the name

• #1189 most popular dog name
• Most popular gender: Male
• Most popular breed: mix

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About dogs named Nigel

The following are 14 profiles of dogs named Nigel from our database of 38 dogs with the name Nigel.

• “I’m a big boy who wishes he was a smaller boy. My favorite thing to do is play tug with my doggy brother.“

  — Courtney Z.

• “Hi, my name is Nigel. I am an Australian Cattle dog and I am very nervous, cautious and anxious. I need a lot of time to warm up to strangers and stranger's dogs. BUT! My favorite thing to do is play fetch and go swimming!“

  — Cassie L.

• “Very playful and fun loving pup! Loves playing with all dogs wants to chase, be chased, and wrestle. Never met a dog he doesn't love! Barks while playing. Can be excited reactive on leash when seeing other dogs or people. Knows basic commands and listens moderately well.“

  — Luke W.

• “I am a goofy love bug of a rescue! I’m weirdly protective of my mom, but I’m also a big baby. I used to love to run and play at dog parks as an older puppy, until the vet told me I have hip problems and shouldn’t run with other dogs. Also I MUST bark at ALL Amazon trucks, even though mom says they’re ok. Peanut butter jar day is the best day !!“

  — Caryn B.

• “Im Nigel and my mom says I’m the best boy ever! I’m older now (9years old) I still like to run and play with my sister but not all the time. Usually you can find me laying around the snoozing and a few times a day I like to challenge my sister to some wrestling and rough play in the yard. I like other dogs as long as they aren’t rude to me. I love to go on walks, speed walking is my favorite even though my mom always tell me to slow down.“

  — Melissa u.

• “I’m a happy boy. I have an abundance of energy that I need to burn off. I love to smell the world and put everything in my mouth. My Mom says I’m a pretty good boy for a puppy but sometimes, I’m a little rambunctious imp“

  — Michelle O.

• “I'm an old guy who gets a little cranky with all the young chaps at the dog park and these days I'm not in as good of shape I'm prone to hurting myself wrestling or playing with the younger guys. I do long for a nice off leash stretch, though.“

  — Jennifer J.

• “Nigel is the sweetest boy. He loves playing with other dogs, or really any other animals. He is friendly to everyone, and everything he meets literally wouldn't hurt a fly lol. I am just looking for some friends with dogs for him to play with because I feel that he needs friends.“

  — chad b.

• “Nigel is a big loveable bear. Black Lab / Great Pyrenees mix. He prefers to patrol and sniff than chase balls.“

  — Collette C.

• “Hi, I’m Nigel! I am an 10 year old brindle Boston terrier chihuahua mix. I have a little (big) brother named Hugo who is 5 years old. I love to nap and eat.“

  — Jane O.

• “I’m a handsome white husky lab mix and I love to meet people, explore, and observe. I’m a rescue and am still learning how to handle seeing other dogs around my house and out and about.“

  — Matt M.

• “I’m a Decker Hunting Terrier and I’m full of it! I’m willful and full of energy, and much like a shark, I can’t stop moving. Also, I’m hyper focused on treats and squirrels.“

  — Terrence B.

• “Hi, my name is Nigel! I am a chihuahua-pug mix. I love running around outside, and chasing after birds and squirrels. I am a big fan of my squeaky tennis ball, and cuddles with my big sister. I love chewing on bones, and going for walks outside.“

  — Abbie S.

• “I am a beautiful and friendly Husky mix, and I'm 2 and a half years old. My previous owner abandoned me on the streets, and my new dad adopted me from Clay County Animal Control right before Christmas; I am almost fully trained, but my dad wants me to get my PhD in good boy science! I'm a friendly pup!“

  — Mauricio J.

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