we had a cat named Cheech when I was like 2 years old. I barely remember him, but we had him.

Yep: http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showt...94#post9259594

We almost went the Jake and Elwood, you can have those. :)

I'd let the kids pick the dogs name, especially if they are going to be involved in his care and feeding. Gives them a "vested interest".

Name your dog "Stay".

"Come here, STAY. Come here STAY!"

(not mine....a Steven Wright bit)