Does My Dog Know I Love Them?

Teresa McGlothlin

6 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

Let's do things a little differently during this quiz! It would be easy to ask you about your relationship with your dog. We're not sure if that would give us a true measure of your dog's love-o-meter, though. Instead, we've asked your dog to relay some questions they would like answered through us. Once you're done 'fessing up to your pooch, we'll let you know if they feel loved or not!

There comes a time in every relationship where the other person wants to know a few things. The relationship with your dog is no different! Dogs can bark, but they can't use words as well as you do. We've been given a rare opportunity to hear their side, and we want to see how you respond to the questions they've given us. You know you can't lie to your dog, so be as honest as you can.

When you've answered all the questions your dog gave us to ask, we'll tally them up and measure them against your dog's needs. Will they feel as loved as your dog makes you feel, or will you have some changing to do? Explain your life together to your pooch, and we'll let you know what they're thinking!

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It's time to sleep. What's the last thing you say to me?

"I love you."

"Get in your bed."
"Goodnight, my friend."

"Stop breathing on me."

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I lick myself! Why are you giving me a bath?

It's good for your coat.

You are smelling a little musty.
You are the one who rolled around in the mud.

LIcking doesn't do the job well enough, buddy.

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My birthday is next weekend. Have you planned my party yet?

I have a surprise party planned, but it's ruined now.

No, but I have purchased a few presents for you.
I didn't know you liked parties.

I have invited a few dog buddies over. Nothing big, though.

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You've finished eating, but you have a few scraps. Will you let me have them?

If it's dog-friendly, I will.

You know you are not allowed to have human food.
You will get in the trash and get it, so I might as well.

I give you a few bites of dinner every night.

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There's scary thunder outside. What are you going to do to comfort me?

Let me give you a hug.

Let's put your thundershirt on.
It's just a storm. You'll be OK. Stop being so silly.

If it helps, I will sing a song for you.

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Eww ... it's raining and I do not want to go potty. Do I really have to go?

We can wait a little longer.

Yes, you have to go.
We'll go, and I'll bring an umbrella.

I'll let you use a puppy pad this time. Only this time, though.

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The chihuahua at the dog park keeps bullying me. What are you going to do about it?

I'm going to have a talk with that chihuahua's owner.

Suck it up, buttercup. You have to learn how to get along.
We'll just find a new dog park.

Let's figure out a day when the mean, nasty chihuahua isn't there.

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I'm sorry I ate your cough drops, but I had a cough. Are you mad at me?

No, but I'm worried about you now.

I'm a little peeved, but I'm not mad.
You didn't have a cough. I'm only mad because you're exaggerating.

That's bad. That's very bad. No treat for you tonight.

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The neighbor's cat has been taunting me again, and I want to chase it. How do you stop me?

We are going to walk a different way for a few days.

I'm going to teach you that it's bad manners to chase a cat.
I'll have to hold the leash closer now that I know.

Let's try to get to know the cat.

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You do realize that when you are hugging that human, you are neglecting me, right?

You are getting just as many hugs.

I am not neglecting you. I'm sharing the love.
I didn't know you felt that way. I'll be more mindful.

When did you see me hugging a human?

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Why do you keep telling me to roll over? It's not my favorite trick.

I'm sorry. I thought it was your favorite.

You're so good at it!
I like knowing you understand me.

It's fun to show off your skills to people.

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Nope. I'm not going to the vet. How will you convince me to go?

I'll give you a treat or take you to the dog park later.

I guess I'll have to pick you up and put you in the car.
I have a special medicine for that.

You don't mind going to the vet.

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I get bored when you are at work. How do you think I fill my time?

You sleep a lot.

Judging by the mess, I think you chew away your sorrows.
You stare longingly at the clock and pace by the door.

You get the zoomies and wreck my rugs.

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Can I please go to doggie daycare? Pretty please?

You already go to daycare.

You already have enough dog friends.
We can't afford that right now.

That's not a bad idea.

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If I didn't approve of a new friend, would you listen to me?

Your opinion means the world.

I would urge you to give it time.
I would listen, but we would try to correct your behavior.

As a dog, you don't know much about human relationships. I'm afraid I would ignore you.

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I've always wondered. How did you choose my name?

I came up with it before I met you.

I named you after something I love.
You came with your name.

I named you with the name I thought suited you best.

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You know I don't like that kind of food. Are you going to make me eat it?

I wouldn't bring home food you didn't like.

Please eat it tonight, and I'll get the right kind tomorrow.
Let me spruce it up with some of my dinner for you.

I'm afraid you're stuck with it until it runs out.

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You promised me a brother or sister. When is that going to happen?

We've discussed this. You're an only child.

You don't like your brothers or sisters. We're not getting more.
We'll get one when you're older.

It will be soon, I promise.

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The small humans are smelly and gooey. Can you tell them to stop touching me?

You love kids! Stop being like that.

Sure. We'll get away from the kids.
I'll clean up the small humans for you.

OK, you can go in your crate for a while.

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I'm glad you brought me to work today, but this is boring! How will I ever stay entertained?

We'll go for some walks, don't worry.

You can go visit my coworkers.
I'm sorry. I'll take you back home.

You can eat this project for me so I can tell the boss my dog ate it.

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I'm sorry about the shredded toilet paper. It tried to attack me. How are you going to protect me from it in the future?

We are going to have a chat!

I promise to put the toilet paper out of your reach.
Honestly, I enjoy seeing you attack it.

I will try to remember to shut the bathroom door.

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I have to know. Do you really miss me when you're out?

Of course, I do!

I do, but good relationships need space.
I know I'll see you when I get home.

I miss you a little bit.

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Why are you cutting my toenails? That's just wrong!

The groomer is cutting your nails, not me.

You scratch me when you're excited.
They've grown too long.

You need to look your best.

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I love to bark when people knock on the door. Why do you tell me to stop?

It's not polite.

You know the person at the door.
It's a little obnoxious.

I think it's great that you bark. I never tell you to stop.

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I really like sticking my head out the car window. Why didn't you let me do it last time?

It was winter, you goofball.

There was too much traffic.
You hate being in the car!

I'm sorry. I didn't know you needed air. Next time!

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What's the problem? I was having fun being friends with that guy's leg before you stopped me.

You were embarrassing me.

The poor man was horrified!
You know that it's inappropriate.

You have a pillow for that at home.

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You snore when you sleep. Why do you keep poking me?

You snore really loud!

No one is poking you.
I don't poke you, I wake you up.

I roll you over and you know it.

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I'm having one of those dreams that make my feet move. What do you think I'm dreaming about?

Chasing the neighbor's cat

Peanut butter
Running free

The pool

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You're the one that brought home the squeaky toy. Have you seen it?

I haven't seen it in a long time.

You ate it!
It was too loud, but I got you another toy.

I thought you were afraid of it!

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I would like to have a doggy door. When are we getting one?

We live in the city. You can't have one.

We have one, but you don't use it.
You can use the front door like everyone else.

That's a great idea. I'll look into it.

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