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What's in a name?

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Feel like you saw 10 Simbas and six Daisys this week? You probably did.

Feel like you saw 10 Simbas and six Daisys this week? You probably did. And you weren't imagining the five patients in a row named Max—it was the most popular dog and cat name in 2005, for the third year in a row, according to data from Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. Remember this list when new pet owners ask for suggestions. And if you'd like to see more variety, avoid these recommendations:

(For tips on remembering pets' names, see "The Name Game".)

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