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Dog Breed Selector Quiz
Considering getting a dog, but can't decide on the breed? Here's some help making this important decision.
APPEARANCE
1. SIZE:
What size dog do you prefer?
Pocket: Under 5 lbs
Tiny: 5 to 12 lbs.
Miniature: 13 to 25 lbs.
Small: 26 to 39 lbs.
Medium: 40 to 59 lbs.
Large: 60 to 89 lbs.
Very large: 90 to 105 lbs.
Enormous: 105 lbs.
No preference
2. COAT:
Which of these coat characteristics do you prefer?
(Texture)
No pref.
Soft
Bristly
Silky
(Type)
No pref.
Straight
Wiry
Curly Corded
(Length)
No pref.
Short
Medium
Long Double coated
CARE & CONCERNS
3. GROOMING:
What are your grooming preferences?
Easy, low-maintenance
Neutral
High-maintenance
Strongly Prefer
Prefer
No pref.
Prefer
Strongly Prefer
4. SHEDDING:
Would you like a dog that does not shed or that sheds minimally?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
5. ALLERGIES:
Would you like a dog rated as more easily tolerated by allergy sufferers?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
6. ACTIVITY LEVEL:
What energy level is most appropriate for your lifestyle?
Calm demeanor
Neutral
Higher activity level
Strongly Prefer
Prefer
No pref.
Prefer
Strongly Prefer
CANNY CANINES
7. INTELLIGENCE:
"Intelligence does not necessarily equate to trainability," notes Dr. Stanley Coren, a professor of psychology at the University of British Columbia. "Often intelligent dogs can think of so many more challenges to authority or variations on response to a command." With this explanation in mind, would you prefer a dog breed that Dr. Coren would deem intelligent?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
8. TRAINABILITY:
Do you prefer a dog that's easy to train?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
COMPATIBILITY
9. PET TOLERANT:
Would you prefer a dog that tolerates other pets?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
10. STRANGER TOLERANT:
Would you prefer a dog that tolerates strangers?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
11. KID APPROPRIATE
Would you like a dog that is good with children?
No pref.
Yes, kids are 3 years and under
Yes, kids are 4 years and over
Exclude all dogs not appropriate for kids.
12. SOCIAL OR INDEPENDENT:
According to Dr. Stanley Coren, independent dogs are less likely to be despondent if left alone. Considering this description and the level of interaction you'll be able to provide, would you prefer a dog breed that is social and friendly, or one that is more independent?
Friendly
Neutral
Independent
Strongly Prefer
Prefer
No pref.
Prefer
Strongly Prefer
TEMPERAMENT
13. QUIET/WATCH DOG:
Would you prefer a dog breed that is noted as quiet, or one that is likely to be a good watchdog?
Quiet Dog
Neutral
Watch Dog Type
Strongly Prefer
Prefer
No pref.
Prefer
Strongly Prefer
14. GUARD DOG
Would you like a protective dog that is suited for security?
No pref.
Yes
Yes, strong pref.
15. BITERS:
Would you be concerned about owning a dog that may be aggressive?
No pref..
Avoid all dogs that are more likely to be aggressive.
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