Shadow has been one of the most popular dog names since the word was invented. It is often used for dogs with black or grey coats, as they remind their owners of shadowy corners and shadowy figures lurking in the dark. This is not to say that Shadow is the name of a spooky dog though: most Shadows are sweet, happy-go-lucky dogs who just happen to be a certain color - and just happen to follow you around the house like your own body's shadow.

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