16 november, 2010 21:30  
 
 

Vladimir Putin invites Russians to take part in choosing a name for his new dog

 
 
 

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin does not have a name for the new puppy that was given to him during a visit to Bulgaria. Russian citizens can help the prime minister choose a name for his Karakachan puppy. Each participant may submit a male name for the prime minister's new puppy to his website.

The prime minister's new pet has already gone through a brief quarantine and is completely healthy. The puppy is living in Putin's Novo-Ogaryovo residence.

The puppy has not been introduced to Putin's other dog, an 11-year-old black Labrador named Connie. "Of course, it is very important how they get along," a source in the prime minister's press service said.

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Anyone can name the prime minister’s new male puppy. Mr Putin received the puppy as a state gift while in Bulgaria. To submit a suggestion, click on Letters to the Prime Minister and select the latest column: Name the Prime Minister’s New Puppy, in the Section menu. You will be required to enter your personal information on the application at the bottom of the page.