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Spur

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A device used to urge a horse forward. (Modern)

What does Spur mean?

Modern: A device used to urge a horse forward.. Spur is an English word referring to a device worn on a rider's heel to urge a horse forward, symbolizing motivation and encouragement.

Is Spur a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.

Spur in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Spur in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Spur suit?

Modern
Wonderfully unusual

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Introducing Spur!

As we gather for breakfast, I can already tell Spur’s a planner. I mean, who else would sit with a spoon and a map, ready to spur us on to the biggest kibble buffet in town?

Like Spur? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

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