Yes, your name. Dog’s can and do recognize your name over time. Even pet names like “Mamma” or “Daddy” can be recognized as means to identify you. When my name is spoken in front of my dogs, they recognize it.

Can dogs understand your name?

Dogs are able to learn different words through the process of deductive reasoning and positive reinforcement. … Dogs will also learn their name through classical conditioning. This means that they learn to respond to their name when it is said, not that they actually know their own name is Fido.

What do dogs call their owners?

According to a survey conducted by Kelton Research last year, 54 percent of those with dogs in the family opt for “pet parent” over “pet owner,” and that “58 percent of American dog owners are comfortable calling themselves nicknames such as ‘Mommy’ or ‘Daddy’ when referencing their dogs.”