What Type of Dog Are You?

By: Raj Chander
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
What Type of Dog Are You?
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About This Quiz

It's remarkable how similar dogs and people can be sometimes. Just like people are shy, outgoing, energetic, physically strong and have dozens of other attributes, dogs share the same multitude of characteristics.

But canines don't have the genetic sophistication that people do. They are smaller, with less complex brains and bodies than people. So where do their personalities come from? Many scientists believe these traits are determined mainly by where the dog was bred and what they were bred for. After dogs evolved from wolves, humans formed relationships with them in places all over the world. The purpose of breeding dogs changed from place to place. In Tibet people bred the Lhasa Apso dogs to guard homes and monasteries, making today's version more prone to bark at strangers. The Beagle and most types of hound were developed to hunt hare and other small game. Today, most Beagles have powerful noses and tracking abilities.

All of these breeding characteristics add up to a unique combination of traits that make a dog's personality. The rest of a dog's personality is molded by its upbringing. But what you're really wondering is, which dog personality is most like mine? Just answer the personality questions in this quiz and we'll reveal your canine personality type!

Question 1
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People and dogs both have social tendencies. How large is your circle of friends?
About average
Larger than average — I'm popular!
Pretty big; I'm a friendly person.
It's small, but I'm tight with the few friends I have.

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Question 2
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Which of these recreational activities is your favorite?
Strength training
Shopping
Hiking
Watching Netflix

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Question 3
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How much time do you like to spend outside each day?
As much as possible; I love the outdoors!
Probably a bit more than average
As little as possible; I don't want to mess up my hair.
It's fine in small doses, but I prefer the couch.

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Question 4
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Do you have a gym membership that you use often?
Um ... let me get back to you ...
No, I'd rather be active outside than in a gym.
Yes, I'm there a few times a week at least.
Yes, but I don't use it quite as much as I should.

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Question 5
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If a friend of yours wasn't feeling good, how would you cheer them up?
Giving them a big hug
Letting them borrow some clothes
Inviting them on a hike
Asking them to watch a movie

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Question 6
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Where do you see yourself meeting your romantic partner?
A group fitness class
A dating app — I don't go out much.
Hiking or doing something active
A trendy clothing boutique

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Question 7
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Which of these is the strongest part of your body?
Jaw
Legs
Arms
Tongue

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Question 8
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It receives mixed reactions among people, but most dogs love it. Are you into hunting?
Yup, I go as often as possible!
No, Camo can be cute, though.
I like to watch people hunt ...
It's something I do occasionally, but I'm not rabid about it.

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Question 9
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Which of these common dinnertime meals is your favorite?
Filet mignon
Chicken salad
Turkey wrap
Pizza

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Question 10
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Who's your favorite musical artist to listen to on a relaxing type of day?
The Chainsmokers
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Pink Floyd
The Mountain Goats

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Question 11
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What physical feature do you get the most compliments about?
My cuddliness
My hugs
My outfits
My smile

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Question 12
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How well do you get along with people you're meeting for the first time?
I pretty much embrace and accept anyone.
I enjoy meeting new people if they can keep up with me.
It takes me a while to accept someone.
I'm a bit suspicious of strangers.

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Question 13
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You're heading to a family cookout. What's the first thing you're putting on your plate?
As much as possible of whatever is closest to me
Salad
Potato salad
Burger

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Question 14
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Which of these situations is the most upsetting?
An unknown person in my home
Not getting recognized for my style
Being stuck in the house
Being forced to do something I don't like

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Question 15
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Which of these is closest to your current job?
Tour guide
Marketing specialist
Security officer
Surf-shop manager

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Question 16
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Dogs can mature a lot as they age. What's changed most about you since you were a kid?
I'm not as worried about other people.
I've grown more willing to try new things.
My fashion taste has gotten better.
I've gotten stronger physically.

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Question 17
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If you were going to wear a fur coat, what color would it be?
Black
White
Dark green
Brown

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Question 18
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Dogs make great actors. What's your favorite movie featuring a prominent canine?
"The Secret Life of Pets"
"K-9"
"Air Bud"
"101 Dalmations"

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Question 19 NEW
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Which foreign country would you most want to live in?
Amsterdam
Sweden
Germany
France

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Question 20
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Do you have a problem with relaxing at home, not really doing anything?
Only after I'd been working or exercising
Every once in a while, it's fine.
Yes, that would be horrible!
Sounds like a great day!

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Which of these is your favorite television show?
"Cops"
"Keeping Up With the Kardashians"
"Man vs. Wild"
"Black Mirror"

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Question 22
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If you could have any public-service job, what would you be doing?
Kindergarten teacher
National Park tour guide
Fashion professor
Police officer

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Question 23
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Both people and dogs don't always get their way. How do you respond in the face of conflict?
I just leave the situation.
I try to work to defuse it.
I insult the other person.
I get prepared for physical altercations.

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Question 24
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Which of these accessories are you most likely to wear?
Utility belt
Scarf
Headband
Keychain

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Question 25
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When you're toward the end of your life, what do you want to be remembered for?
Being a good protector and loyal friend
Having great taste
Exploring a lot of the world
Enjoying my life

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Question 26
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Which of these are you most likely to buy as an indulgence?
A comfortable new hoodie
A new pair of sneakers
A new jacket
Gym gloves

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Question 27
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Dogs have played many different sports over the year. What's your favorite sport to play?
Frisbee
Bowling
Boxing
Tennis

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Question 28
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What's the one common social tradition that gets on your nerves?
Not being allowed to defend myself forcefully
Having to ignore people when they have poor taste
Sitting around and watching TV for hours
People working out all the time

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Question 29
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How would your closest friend describe you?
Chill
Spontaneous
Tasteful
Strong

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Question 30
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What kind of a relationship do you have with your immediate family?
We're very close and talk often.
It's a pretty average relationship.
We like to do things together instead of just talking.
I see them a lot, but we don't say much.

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