When you do an Internet search for the most popular dog names, the name Max usually tops the list. (What exceptional taste, people!) I’m not always sure how some sites do their research. However, in a recent search, I ran across an October 2008 post by Gary Bogue who maintains that according to the American Kennel Club, Max is now the third most popular name for a male dog.

What????? Don’t people know that “Max” means “the greatest” and “Bear” which now tops this list means “big, dumb and clumsy?” Ok, I think my mom says it really means “big, lovable and sometimes clumsy,” but my point is Maxes are smart, fun and full of life. So what would you rather have a big ole oafish Bear rug or a dog who lives Life to the MAX!!! Let me know what you think. Isn’t Max still the number one name for a dog? Or has it been usurped by some un-Bearable alternative?