Fido

Classic canine moniker

Fido is a stereotypical name for a dog, from the Latin word meaning "I am faithful." The name has become so generic that it stands in for any dog: Every Fido in the neighborhood started barking.

It's more often referenced as a placeholder than actually given to pets.

canine

dog

Domesticated barking mammal

puppyJuvenile canine
houndHunting dog breed
poochInformal term for canine

mutt · canine · pup · doggo · pupper · tail-wagger · fetch · bark · wag · sniff

archetype

Rover

Common canine name

RexLatin for king
BuddyFriendly proper name
MaxMasculine given name

Bella · Duke · Charlie · Lucy · Benji · Pluto · generic · placeholder · typical · everyman

companionship

friend

Non-kin mutual bond

buddyInformal term for companion
palClose trusted companion
sidekickSubordinate adventure partner

companion · partner · confidant · playmate · shadow · familiar · man's best friend · comrade · mate · chum

loyalty

faithful

Consistently loyal and true

devotedLoyally and lovingly attached
steadfastFirmly loyal, unshakeable
trustworthyWorthy of confidence

reliable · true · dedicated · constant · dependable · unwavering · allegiance · devotion · obedient · dutiful

Fido

dog

Rover

friend

faithful

Fido

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Family