Which Dog Breed Is Your Heart Guardian?

Teresa McGlothlin

5 Min Quiz

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About This Quiz

We know you've heard of guardian angels and spirit animals, but do you know anything about your heart's canine guardian? Whether you realize it or not, you have an inner dog breed looking out for your well being. After you tell us how your heart works, we'll let you know which one it is!

Depending on the way you live your life, you might need a big dog, or you might need a small dog to do the job of guarding your heart. The way you live and the way you love are central to your being, and your heart's pooch is always there to scare away potential predators and to take you by the leash and lead you away from any harm. The answers you give us to your questions about your relationship dogs will tell the tale of the one that keeps you safe.

As you scroll through the questions, try to answer as instinctively as a puppy knowing how to find its food bowl. Every answer you give us will help us figure out the traits of the dog doing your real heart's work. Which dog looks out for you? You'll have to fetch the answers to find out!

How well would you do in obedience school?

They would kick me out.

I would ace it.
I might struggle a little.

I'm too well behaved for obedience school.

What do you have in common with a pug?

I have a little face.

I like to let people know I'm around.
People say I look grumpy.

I am kind of short.

Do you currently have a dog?

I have a few of them.

I have a cat.
I do have a dog.

I really want a dog.

What do dogs dream about most often?

Bones

Chasing things
Running free

Cuddles with their owners

How would you deal with an aggressive dog?

There's no such thing.

I would give it space.
I wouldn't go near it.

I would bribe it with a treat.

If you were a wolf, what place in the pack would you have?

Warrior

Alpha
Beta

Healer

How do you react when someone knocks on your door?

I get excited.

If I'm not expecting it, it angers me.
I usually hide.

It depends on the time of day.

Which trick does a new dog need to learn first?

Sit

Go potty
Roll over

Play dead

Out of these breeds, which is the cutest?

Great Dane

Boston terrier
Labrador retriever

Saluki

Which human food would you share with your dog?

Ice cream

Peanut butter
Steak

Carrots

What gift would you take to a dog's birthday party?

Why would I go to a dog's birthday party?

Chew toy
Gourmet dog food

A new dog bed

Do you think cat or dogs are smarter?

Cats are far smarter.

Both are smarter than my friends.
They are smart in different ways.

Dogs are a lot smarter than cats.

Why are dogs so great to have around?

They have feelings.

They are loyal.
They are great guardians.

Dog owners get more exercise.

Which name would you choose for a new dog?

Bowser

Sir Woofenstien
Barky Barkman

Paws McPoo

What is a dog thinking about when it has the zoomies?

Getting some exercise

Showing off
Annoying their owners

Getting up speed

If you were a dog, what would you find most irritating?

Loud noises

Small kids
Cats

Smaller dogs

What's the hardest thing about having a puppy?

They grow too fast.

They chew up my sneakers.
House training is a nightmare.

Not wanting another one

How do you feel when you see those sad animal commercials?

I change the channel.

I feel terrible about humanity.
I get out my checkbook.

I tend to look away until it's over.

Which of the wild dogs would you prefer to pet?

Dingo

Coyote
Hyena

Wolf

Would you rather adopt a male dog or a female dog?

One of each

Male
Female

No preference

Which of these cartoon dogs is funniest?

Santa's Little Helper

Brian Griffin
Scooby Doo

Goofy

If you had to try a dog food flavor, which one would it be?

Beef with gravy

Chicken and rice
Pork medley

Hamburger with avocado

Where do you think a dog should sleep?

My bed

Dog bed
Floor

Couch

Which small dog breed is most ferocious?

Toy poodle

Rat terrier
Pomeranian

Chihuahua

Did you have a dog when you were growing up?

I had many pets.

I did have a dog!
I had a dog and a cat.

I had a goldfish.

How many dogs is too many dogs?

There's no such thing.

More than one is too many.
Two dogs is enough.

Dogs need at least two siblings.

Would you rather work with dogs or with children?

Dogs

Adults
Children

Either one

Which of your senses is as strong as a dog's?

Hearing

Taste
Touch

Eyesight

Do you prefer little dogs or big dogs?

I like all the dogs.

I like smaller dogs.
Big dogs work for me.

I love the medium sized ones.

Which animal related job would you try?

Veterinarian

Zoo nutritionist
Marine biologist

Lion tamer

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