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What Kind of Dog Do You Have?

Take this quiz and find out what kind of personality your canine companion has.

David B. 3/24/2020

Just like we all know people with completely opposite personalities, there are also quite a number of different personalities when it comes to dogs. Knowing which personality your dog has will help you understand your pet on a deeper level, and will also help you to ward off potential behavioral problems before they ever arise. To find out what personality your dog has, simply answer the ten questions below:

Which word best describes your dog?

Dominant

Independent

Excitable

Sensitive

Cooperative

How does your dog react to strangers?

He absolutely loves them!

They don't really bother him.

He doesn't usually react well.

What other animal does your dog tend to act like?

How easy is it to train your dog?

Pretty easy.

Quite an effort.

Practically impossible.

Does your dog sometimes become aggressive when stressed?

YES

Does your dog prefer to be outdoors or at home?

Outdoors.

At home.

My dog seems to like them both equally.

How does your dog usually react when you discipline him?

My dog reacts appropriately.

My dog reacts aggressively.

My dog reacts fearfully.

How does your dog act around a cat?

With curiosity.

With aggression.

With indifference.

I don't know.

Does your dog mind being left alone?

My dog can't stand being alone.

My dog doesn't usually mind being alone.

My dog loves to spend time alone.

Do you think your dog has the temperament to be a rescue dog?

YES

The Confident Dog

Your dog is a natural-born pack leader, who's always more than able to take control of a situation. Your dog can also display domineering behavior, and has a self-assuredness that always shows in its body language. Your dog generally feels secure in its surroundings, but sometimes harsh training techniques may end up causing a display of aggression. If you know of any dog owners, be sure to share this quiz with them, so that they can find out more about their own pets as well.

The Independent Dog

Your dog seems to be the independent type, and as a result will only form strong bonds with those people it deems to be confident leaders. Independent dogs need to be given space, and tend to be perfectly happy being away from people for a while. Never force this type of dog to do something that distresses them, since you may end up losing their trust. If you know of any dog owners, be sure to share this quiz with them, so that they can find out more about their own pets as well.

The Happy Dog

Dogs like yours are always happy to greet people they meet, whether they know them or not. They can often end up becoming overly-excited, especially when in the company of noisy kids, but sometimes get a little frightened around larger dogs. Dogs like yours typically make a wonderful addition to any kind of family! If you know of any dog owners, be sure to share this quiz with them, so that they can find out more about their own pets as well.

The Timid Dog

Dogs like yours typically need an owner who is calm, patient and consistent, and who is sensitive to their needs. Timid dogs don't usually like sudden or loud noises, and can find many new experiences to be rather uncomfortable. It's essential to give your dog plenty of opportunities to succeed in order to boost its confidence. Daily exercise will also help keep your dog's mind stimulated and reduce its insecurities. If you know of any dog owners, be sure to share this quiz with them, so that they can find out more about their own pets as well.

The Adaptable Dog

A dog like yours is usually eager to please, and is one of the easiest types of dogs to train. Adaptable dogs are generally perfectly happy to follow their owner's commands, and tend to get along with other family pets too. Gentle, cooperative, and affectionate, these dogs are easy to control and make the ideal family pet. Their adaptable personality also makes them the perfect candidates for therapy dogs. If you know of any dog owners, be sure to share this quiz with them, so that they can find out more about their own pets as well.