Quiz: what dog fits me best?

1. How much time can you spend on exercise daily?

Less than 30 minutes 30–60 minutes 1–2 hours More than 2 hours

2. How large is your living space?

Small apartment Medium-sized apartment House with a yard Large house or farm

3. Do you have experience with dogs?

No, I’m a beginner Yes, some experience Yes, solid experience Yes, a lot of experience

4. How active are you personally?

Pretty laid-back Moderately active Fairly active Very athletic

5. How important is a calm temperament to you?

Not important, I like activity Somewhat important Important Very important, I need quiet

6. How much time can you spend on grooming?

Very little Some time Regularly A lot of time

7. Do you enjoy training your dog?

No, I prefer a relaxed approach Occasionally Yes, I enjoy it Yes, intensively

8. Do you have children or plan to have them?

No, no children Maybe Yes, older children Yes, young children

9. How important is a small dog to you?

Not important Doesn’t matter Important Very important

10. How loud can your dog be?

Loud is okay Fairly quiet Preferably quiet Very quiet

11. How much companionship do you need?

I’m often alone Occasionally Lots of time with others Constant companionship

12. Are you willing to adopt a dog?

No, only puppies Maybe Yes, I’d love to Yes, I prefer it

13. How important is a playful dog to you?

Not important Somewhat important Important Very important

14. How do you feel about dog hair in your home?

It doesn’t bother me Somewhat bothersome Fairly annoying Very bothersome

15. How important is a protective instinct to you?

Not important Somewhat important Important Very important

What Dog Is Right for Me?