Names in some cultures and historically come from actions that are observed for example ,the North American Red Indian used names like Passing Cloud , Running Deer, Running dog, Similar ways are used to choose names in the middle east another example is the names given to salukis and arabian horses the names all Have particular meanings or relate to particular activities, John Peels hounds also had related names such as Hark to Towler because of its continous holler when in pursuit, So more then likely some one said look at that running dog.