What Age Dog Should You Adopt?

By: Teresa M.
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3 min
What Age Dog Should You Adopt?
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About This Quiz

When you head out to adopt a new furry member of the family, what age dog should you get? Will it be a senior pooch or a puppy? Find out which age dog would be best for you.
What do you like most about dogs?
Dogs are funny.
Dogs are intuitive.
Dogs are good companions.
Dogs are smart.
Which breed of dog do you like most?
Boston Terrier.
German Shepherd.
Pug.
Poodle.
How many pets do you currently have?
I don't have any pets.
I have a pet.
I have a couple of pets.
I have three or more pets.

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Would you volunteer at an animal shelter?
Yes, that's a great idea.
I volunteer to walk dogs sometimes.
I don't think I could take the heartbreak.
I volunteer somewhere else.
Which brand of dog food do you think is most nutritious?
Delish.
Iams.
Blue Buffalo.
Beneful.
What food would you give your dog as a treat?
An apple.
Corn.
Ice cream.
Chicken.

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What toy would you buy for you dog?
A chew toy.
A stuffed toy.
A rope toy.
A ball.
What trick would you like teach your dog?
Sit.
Stay.
Lie down.
Juggling.
Which name might you give to a new dog?
Baby.
Killer.
Donald.
Sophie.

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What kind of wild dog do you find most fascinating?
Coyote.
Wolf.
Fox.
Jackyl.
Have you ever adopted a pet?
No, this will be my first pet adoption.
I have adopted a pet in the past.
I have adopted several pets.
I have adopted all my pets.
What outdoor activity would you do with your dog?
Hiking.
Sunbathing.
Fetch.
Running.

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What do you think is most important in housebreaking a dog?
Consistency.
Firmness.
Routine.
Intuition.
Would you feed your dog wet food or dry food?
I would feed my dog wet food.
I would make special meals for my dog.
I would feed my dog dry food.
It depends what the dog likes.
What quality do you share with a dog?
Puppy dog eyes.
Loyalty.
Brains.
Love of food.

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Which cartoon dog do you like most?
Deputy Dawg from "Deputy Dawg."
Goofy from "The Mickey Mouse Club."
Brian Griffin from "Family Guy."
Santa's Little Helper from "The Simpsons."
Which dog movie made you cry?
"The Fox and the Hound."
"Milo and Otis."
"Homeward Bound."
"Old Yeller."
How would you deal with doggie separation anxiety?
I would crate train.
I would go far without my dog.
The dog would catch on.
I would get a dog sitter.

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What would you do with your dog while you went on a business trip?
I would leave the dog with my family.
The dog would go with me.
I would board the dog.
I would have a friend watch the dog.
Would you ever have a pet portrait painted of your dog?
I have pet portraits of past pets.
I think that's a great idea.
I would like to paint one myself.
No, I prefer photographs.
How much of an animal lover are you?
I love dogs.
I love all animals except snakes.
I love cats and dogs.
I love all animals big, small, and slithery.

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Which animal charity would you be most likely to support?
A local animal shelter.
ASPCA.
World Wildlife Fund.
The Humane Society.
What would you do with your dog while you slept?
My dog would be crated.
My dog would be in their own bed.
My dog would stand watch.
My dog would snuggle with me.
Which Animal Planet show do you like most?
"Too Cute."
"Pit Bulls and Parolees."
"River Monsters."
"Dogs 101."

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Which farm animal do you like most?
Cow.
Duck.
Horse.
Chicken.
What size dog would you prefer?
Small.
Medium.
Large.
I like all size dogs.
What size is your home?
I live in an apartment.
I live in a house.
I live in a duplex.
I live in a condominium.

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Which zoo attraction do you like most?
The Monkey House.
The Reptile House.
The Hippo Habitat.
The Aquarium.
Would you adopt a cat?
No, I prefer dogs.
I can't have cats where I live.
I already have a cat.
I have adopted several cats.
What kind of fur would you prefer your dog have?
A long flowing coat.
Short hair.
Curly hair.
I like all kinds of dog coats.

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