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Target

TAR-get2 syllables
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A goal or objective to be achieved. (Modern)

What does Target mean?

Modern: A goal or objective to be achieved.. The word 'target' refers to an aim or goal that one strives to achieve, often used in various contexts such as sports or business.

Is Target a good dog name?

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

Target in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Target 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 Target suit?

Modern
Human name

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

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

What the Playgroup Will Assume About Target

When Target walked into the daycare, the other dogs whispered, "Great, someone here who actually knows how to fetch the ball and stay on schedule!"

Like Target? Let the Matchmaker do the rest

Eight personalised picks that fit your dog's character — each with a reason it fits.

Naming a new puppy?

A great name is step one. Our force-free puppy training builds confidence and recall — that new name gets a workout.