How much do you really know about your dog?

When was the last time you listened to your dog talk about their problems over a six pack? Can't remember? Well, you may not know your dog all that well. Don't go out and buy a security camera to watch your dog all day. We'll save you the money. Answer these questions to find out how well you know your dog.

• What kind of dog do you have?

  • A Labrador

  • A Golden Retriever

  • He's a mix, something like mostly Labradoodle with some Husky in there.

  • He's a mutt. What mix? I have no idea.

• Do you know what your dog prefers to eat?

  • Yes! It's a class of dog food my dog likes.

  • My dog likes bickies.

  • My dog likes shoes.

  • Yes! A special dog food brand I happen to get as a treat.

• When it's time to take your dog for a walk, how do you let him or her know?

  • I say "who wants walkies?"

  • I say "who wants walkies?"

  • I point at the dog door and resume reading the paper.

  • I say "put on your boots!"

• When your dog wants to go for a walk, how does he or she let you know?

  • He usually barks, heads to the front door, and paws at it.

  • She usually just comes into whatever room I'm in, stands in the doorway, and looks me in the eye for a while.

  • He scratches up the front door.

  • He just goes on a pee pad.

• Is there a certain toy that your dog absolutely adores?

  • She has a favorite class of toy: Kong toys.

  • Balls, I think.

  • Yes! A stuffed Simba he snuggles with in his dog bed.

  • I wouldn't know, since I don't buy toys for my dog. My dog is a toy for me!

• Can you command your dog to sit and it does so?

  • Only sometimes

  • No, but then I assume she was once abused.

  • Yes, unless someone else is contradicting me.

  • Yes, every time

• Does your dog obey you to drop what is in its mouth?

  • Not usually, because I've played too much tug of war with him.

  • She never does, and I think it is because of her breeding.

  • Usually. He's a good boy!

  • Yes. She's a good dog!

• Does your dog obey you when you shake hands or paws?

  • No

  • It's the one trick he can do.

  • Most of the time, yes

  • Yes, and without any encouragement

• Does your dog get along well with other dogs?

  • Never

  • Not most of the time

  • Usually

  • Yes

• How do you know whether your dog is happy or not?

  • She wags her whole body and licks me.

  • He makes a happy bark.

  • He bounces around in a circle, then runs up to me to lick me, then repeats.

  • She wags her tail.

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