Which Breed Does Your Dog Really Think They Are?

By: Teresa M.

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About This Quiz

From the largest breed to the smallest one, every dog has a personality bigger than their bark! Let's find out if your dog's inner breed matches their actual breed!

What does your dog do when the mailman arrives?

My dog jumps up and down and barks.
My dog alerts everyone in the house.
My dog lifts an ear and rolls over to go to sleep.
My dog inspects every piece of mail.

How large is your dog?

40-60 pounds
75-100 pounds
10-20 pounds
More than 100 pounds

Which trick does your dog do best?

Sit
Attack
Wait
Roll over

How would you describe your dog's temperament?

Hyper
Attentive
Dopey
Goofy

Do you ever dress your dog up in little sweaters?

My dog will not allow me to dress it up.
I dress my dog up for Halloween.
I dress my dog up for Christmas.
My dog wears a sweater every day.

How protective is your dog?

Fairly protective
Super protective
Protective
Not very protective

What does your dog do when you throw a stick?

My dog gets excited and fetches the stick.
My dog looks at me like, "Are you gonna get that?"
My dog runs and sits by the stick.
My dog literally rolls its eyes at me.

What trick would you like to teach your dog?

It would be great if my dog would learn to make coffee.
I would like my dog to fetch me a beer.
I would like to teach my dog this amazing trick called going to the bathroom outside.
I want to teach my dog to jump through hoops.

Which treat does your dog like best?

Apples
Bones
Rawhides
Peanut butter chewy toys

If your dog could call you at work, what would it say?

"Come home! I'm bored."
"I do believe there's a criminal in the neighborhood."
"Sorry, but someone destroyed the trash can."
"I need brushing."

Which cartoon dog is your dog most like?

Brian Griffin from "Family Guy"
Snoopy from "Peanuts"
Santa's Little Helper from "The Simpsons"
Odie from "Garfield"

Is there anyone your dog does not like?

My dog doesn't like my neighbors kids.
My dog doesn't like people in uniform.
My dog loves most everyone.
My dog only likes me.

Where did you get your dog?

I adopted from an animal shelter.
I found my dog as a stray.
I got my dog from a breeder.
My dog was a gift.

What do you think your dog does while you are out?

My dog plays with things it knows are off limits.
My dog keeps watch over the house.
My dog sleeps.
My dog freaks out and drives the neighbors crazy until I come home.

How stubborn is your dog?

My dog is very stubborn.
My dogs is stubborn sometimes, but not very often.
My dog is not all that stubborn.
My dog should teach classes in being stubborn.

If your dog was a mascot for something, what would it be?

My dog would be a good dog food mascot.
My dog would be a great police mascot.
My dog would be a great sports team mascot.
My dog could be a doggie cosmetics company mascot.

Does your dog ever get angry with you?

My dog gets angry when I give it a bath.
My dog never gets angry with me.
My dog gets sulky, but not angry.
My dog gets angry when I go to work.

How long have you had your dog?

1-2 years
3-4 years
Less than a year
Longer than 5 years

What would your dog love to chase?

Cars
Criminals
Bicycles
Children

How does your dog behave when you are eating?

My dog stares me down.
My dog guards the door so no one comes near the food.
My dog give me the side eye.
My dog is very naughty when I'm trying to eat.

If a movie were made about your dog, what would it be called?

"Energy Dog and the Bone"
"Safety Dog Takes on the Neighborhood"
"Big Dog Small World"
"I Am Fabulous"

Do you and your dog have similar personalities?

My dog has far more energy than I do.
My dog and I are both fairly laid back.
My dog and I are both kind of silly.
My dog and I are both very appearance oriented.

Which word do you think your dog would use to describe you?

Kind
intelligent
Fun
Selfish

Would you like to take your dog to work with you?

I wouldn't, but my dog would love it.
My dog goes with me sometimes.
I believe that space is a healthy thing.
No, I wouldn't get anything done.

If your dog were human, what occupation would it have?

Circus performer
Police officer
Basketball player
Actor/actress

Where is your favorite place to take your dog?

My dog loves the dog park.
My dog loves visiting my family.
My dog loves going jogging with me.
I love taking my dog to the groomer.

Do you think your dog is happy?

My dog is mostly happy.
My dog is so stoic, I would never know.
My dog is very happy.
My dog has some happiness issues.

What kind of hat would best suit your dog?

Cowboy hat
Fireman's hat
Dunce cap
Tiara

What is your dog's least favorite thing to do?

Take a bath
Go to the vet
Go to the groomer
Be left at home alone

Is your dog your best friend?

My dog is truly my best friend.
My spouse is my best friend, but my dog is my second best friend.
My dog is always there for me.
My dog is its own best friend.

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