What Spirit Animal Guards Your Heart?

By: Teresa McGlothlin

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

We think our hearts are so special that only our spirit animals should guard them. Of course, we are not talking about the heart that beats in your chest. Having a spirit animal in there would be only slightly uncomfortable. When we want to guess the spirit animal that guards your heart, we are talking about the pinnacle of your soul.

During this quiz, we will ask you a series of questions designed to get to know the kind of heart you have and the animals you love. After we get a good feel for the type of spirit you have, we'll be able to pair you with the spirit animal that looks out for your heart. Although you might think of yourself as being guarded by something cute, does your heart actually require the protection of something more fierce?

In order to correctly match you with the spirit animal that guards your heart, we are going to need your complete honesty. We cannot think of anything worse than being paired with the wrong spirit animal! Choose the response that represents you or your feelings best, and we'll let you know which animal makes sure your heart never truly gets broken!

How would you describe your heart with one word?

Nurturing

Tender
Loving

Bold

Which marine animal fascinates you?

Stingray

Otter
Sea lion

Jellyfish

Are you an extrovert?

I have my moments.

I'm more of an introvert.
I'm a total extrovert.

It depends who I'm with.

What's your attitude like?

Smart

Sassy
Humble

Open

Which dog breed do you like most?

I prefer cats.

Boxer
Boston terrier

Poodle

Do you get up early?

I'm an early bird.

I get up when I want.
I get up before noon.

It depends on the day of the week.

Are you a good swimmer?

I swim like a brick.

I'm a water baby.
I can swim when I must.

I never learned.

Are you generous?

I'm generous with my friends.

I'm very generous.
I'm generous with gifts.

I think I am.

Do you think with your heart or your head?

I try to use both.

I'm all heart.
It depends on the issue.

I think with my head.

What's your sense of humor like?

Dry

Witty
Goofy

Sarcastic

Which of the big cats do you fear most?

Jaguar

Cheetah
Tiger

Panther

Do you have any pets?

I have one.

I don't have any.
I have a couple.

I have too many to count.

How do you feel about black cats?

They are creepy.

They are adorable.
They are weird.

They are beautiful.

Which animal are you like in the morning?

Bluejay

Wolf
Labrador

Sloth

Are you fashionable?

I think I am.

I'm super casual.
It depends on the time of day.

I am a regular fashionista.

Which bear is the cutest?

Koala bear

Polar bear
Panda bear

Care bear

Do you remember your dreams?

I remember some of them.

I remember all of them.
I remember the scary ones.

I don't remember them.

How spiritual are you?

25%

75%
95%

50%

What would be your zoo job?

I would be an animal chef.

I would sell concessions.
I would be an animal trainer.

I wouldn't want to work at a zoo.

Do you have a playful side?

I'm pretty serious.

I have a huge playful side.
All work and no play equals boring.

I have my moments.

Which issue do you care most about?

Education

Environment
Immigration

Healthcare

Are you in good shape?

I'm in decent shape.

I decline to answer.
I'm in great shape.

I'm happy with my shape.

How would you rather celebrate your birthday?

I would like to see a concert.

I would like to stay home and sleep.
Huge parties work for me.

I would prefer to go to dinner with friends.

Which decade influences you the most?

'70s

'90s
'00s

'80s

Do you like going fishing?

I love to go fishing.

I like fishing.
I don't like fishing.

I've never been fishing.

Which critter freaks you out?

Human

Mouse
Snake

Scorpion

What do you like most about dolphins?

They communicate well.

I don't know much about them.
They are friendly.

They are graceful.

Which farm animal could be your kindred spirit?

Rooster

Donkey
Cow

Llama

Do you believe in soulmates?

I have met mine!

I won't rule it out.
I believe in friendship.

I don't think it's a thing.

What do your friends like about you?

I'm reliable.

I'm honest.
I'm encouraging.

I'm hilarious.

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