Quiz 32
Am I a Cat Person or a Dog Person?
Relating well to people is important, but so is relating to animals. Studies show that people who live with and care for pets tend to have higher levels of well-being than those who do not. Pet owners also tend to have a more positive attitude toward life.
But what kind of pet is right for you? There are over 68 million household dogs and over 73 million household cats in America, making these animals the most common of all pets. But even if you own both—or neither, as of yet—chances are you lean more toward being a “cat person” or a “dog person.” Take this quiz to find out about your pet preference, and what it says about you.
Take the Test
For each of the following statements, indicate the letter of the statement with which you agree:
1. I think affection should be given …
a. Unconditionally.
b. Conditionally (given in exchange for caring deeds).
c. No preference.
2. I consider myself …
a. Talkative/gregarious.
b. Quiet/introspective.
c. Don’t know.
3. When it comes to others’ opinions of me, I am …
a. Very concerned.
b. Not especially concerned.
c. What do you mean—others?
4. I consider myself …
a. A joiner.
b. Independent.
c. Don’t know.
5. On a cold winter evening I like to …
a. Take an invigorating walk.
b. Snuggle by the fire.
c. Shop online for Florida real estate.
6. When it comes to keeping a schedule, I …
a. Am very disciplined.
b. Opt for spontaneity.
c. Can’t decide.
7. I prefer pets who are …
a. Fun to groom.
b. Self-cleaning.
c. No opinion.
8. I think a cat’s purr sounds like …
a. An annoying motorboat engine.
b. A divine Om-like mantra.
c. I never heard one.
9. I think puppies …
a. Rock.
b. Smell.
c. I don’t think about puppies.
10. I find kittens …
a. Handy, if you like scratched furniture and shredded sweaters.
b. Precious.
c. I don’t want to find a kitten.
11. I think the reason advertisers put so many golden retrievers in ads is …
a. Golden retrievers are so warm and fuzzy.
b. Cats have too much self-esteem to allow themselves to be exploited by advertisers.
c. The advertisers could not afford supermodels.
12. I consider myself …
a. A very social creature.
b. Self-sufficient.
c. Somewhat antisocial.
13. In my opinion …
a. Cats are too dumb to learn tricks.
b. Cats are too clever to learn tricks.
c. I hate tricks.
14. Playing fetch is …
a. Fun!
b. Stupid.
c. What is this “fetch” you speak of?
15. I think ancient Egyptians worshipped cats because …
a. They were not evolved enough to worship dogs.
b. They were the most spiritual and intelligent civilization ever.
c. They did not have American Idol.
16. I think hairballs are …
a. Disgusting.
b. An occupational hazard.
c. What’s a hairball?
17. I prefer …
a. Pooper scoopers.
b. Litter boxes.
c. I use the bathroom myself.
18. A favorite meal of mine is …
a. Hamburgers.
b. Sushi.
c. Doritos.
19. My favorite style of dress is …
a. Comfortable and informal.
b. Elegant and fashionable.
c. Anything without pet hair on it.
20. I prefer to be awakened by …
a. Drool and heavy breathing.
b. Something standing on my chest and kneading it.
c. An alarm clock.
Scoring and Explanation
Tally your total number of “A” responses, “B” responses, and “C” responses:
• A majority of “A” responses indicates that you are a dog person. Your partiality for pooches means you want a pet who is emotionally demonstrative, and who is willing to let you exert some control over the relationship (or at least willing to let you think that you do). Chances are you also prefer human relationships where the same dynamics occur. You yourself are probably affectionate and outgoing. You do not care too much for surprises, preferring predictability and stability in your life. As for cats, you may find them—and, more importantly, those who prefer them to dogs—hard to fathom. You wonder what people see in pets who are aloof and “above it all.” You suspect cat-lovers themselves to be a bit effete, and perhaps not as trustworthy as your fellow dog-lovers.
• A majority of “B” responses indicates that you are a cat person. Your favoritism toward felines means you are a good match for a pet who is proud and independent—or at least capable of giving you the impression that they are. You don’t care as much for a dog’s gleeful greetings as you do for a cat’s wink and nod when you come in the door. Hey, you don’t need a “suck-up” pet to bolster your ego. You know your kitty really adores you—she just plays it cool. When all is said and done they want to curl up with you and purr your praises.
• A fairly even split of “A” and “B” responses indicates that you are both a dog-lover and a cat-lover. You are truly an equal opportunity pet person who finds lovable qualities in all things fuzzy and furry.
• A majority of “C” responses indicates that you should get a fish. Or, then again, maybe not.
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