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Auckland SPCA - Dog Personality Types
- Constant Companion
- • I am a “petting junkie”,
I was born to cuddle.
- • You can take me anywhere with
you, but I’ll be unhappy if I must go for long periods without
your company.
- • I am snuggly and affectionate,
but you’ll need to be able to tolerate lots of nudging and
demands for attention.
- • If ignored, I may bark at you
or paw at you.
- • Please don’t choose me
if you need a dog who can stay outside alone for many hours each
day.
- Couch Potato
- • I need some exercise, but will
be happy to spend much of my day napping in a sunny spot.
- • If you like to come home after
a hard day at work and “veg-out” in front of the TV,
then I’m the dog for you.
- • Please don’t choose me if
you want a jogging buddy or a dog who runs and gets stuff.
- Senior Citizen
- • I may be getting on in years,
but I still enjoy my daily walks – with plenty of napping
in between of course!
- • These are my ‘golden years’
and I’m looking forward to spending them relaxing with you.
- • If you’ve got my favourite
treat I’m sure you’ll be able to teach this old dog
some new tricks.
- • Please don’t choose me if
you’re after a high energy companion.
- Socialite
- • I love everybody and live to be
loved and admired by as many people as possible.
- • If you have a house with lots
of visitors, I’d love to be your “welcome waggin’”.
- • I can help you make new friends,
but please don’t choose me if you already have lots of friends
who don’t like dogs!
- Wallflower
- • I’m kind of shy and will
need someone with patience to help me learn to be more outgoing.
- • If you have a noisy, active household,
I probably won’t feel very safe there.
- • I will be loyal and affectionate
with you, but may never be really friendly with new people.
- • Please don’t choose me if
you want a dog who loves everyone.
- Independent Soul
- • I would love to be your buddy,
but please don’t expect any mushy stuff.
- • Obedience training is a must for
me, but I have my own agenda, so pleasing you is not at the top
of my list.
- • I’m happy spending time
alone and I have lots of personality, but I also have my dignity,
so don’t choose me if you’re the lovey-dovey type.
- Adventurer
- • I would like to see the world
– running, biking, roller-blading – I’m ready
to go!
- • A sturdy fence is a must, but
you’ll have to keep me busy as well – otherwise that
fence will just be a challenge for me to find a way over.
- • I’d love to share your active
life, but if you’d rather spend time in places that I’m
not allowed to go, please don’t choose me.
- All-Rounder
- • I’m one of those dogs that
just loves to do everything – running, playing, or just
hanging out with you, my new best mate.
- • Eager to please, I’m sure
to be ‘Top Dog’ at obedience training – in your
eyes anyway.
- • I’ll become a member of
the family, so please don’t choose me if you don’t
have the time to treat me as one.
- Energizer Bunny
- • Play with me, play with me, play
with me! I never get tired!
- • If you like frisbees, balls, sticks
or other fun toys, then I’m the dog for you.
- • I would LOVE to do obedience and
learn tricks – I’ll try my hardest to please you.
- • If you like to sit on the couch
and watch TV, please don’t choose me.
- Challenger
- • I am loyal and loving.
- • I have a tendency to want to take
charge; obedience training is important for me, so I can learn
to let you be my leader.
- • I’d be happiest as part
of your family – I’m not suited as an outside only
dog.
- • Don’t choose me if you’re
the lenient type – I’ll walk all over you.
- Puppy
- • I am still a baby – cuddly
and cute – but like any baby, I need lots of time and attention.
- • I can’t stay home alone
for more than a few hours (at least not for a few more months).
- • I will probably chew up something
you really love and pee or poop somewhere I shouldn’t –
until you teach me not to.
- • Please don’t choose me unless
you have plenty of time to teach me to be a good dog.
- Court Jester
- • I love to tumble and play, and
enjoy being the centre of attention.
- • Always keen to joke around, I
may need some encouragement taking my obedience training seriously.
- • Tricks are my middle name –
spend time teaching me and I’ll be happy to put on a show.
- • If you’re after a fun-filled
time, then I’m the dog for you.
- Little Rascal
- • I’m a cheeky dog who’s
keen to push the boundaries where I can.
- • Clever and devious, I can pick
up both good & bad habits quickly.
- • Although I can be a bit naughty
at times, it’s just my way of saying ‘I love you’
- • If you’ve got a good sense
of humour and keen for an adventure, then I’m the dog for
you.
- Gentle Giant
- • Don’t let my size deceive
you, I wouldn’t hurt a fly.
- • Although I’m big and strong,
train me well and I’ll obey your every word.
- • Like a bull in a china shop I
may accidentally knock you over, so make sure you’ve got
steady feet.
- • Please don’t choose me if
you’re after a delicate dog to suit your delicate lifestyle.
- Busy Body
- • Where is it?? What is it?? Can
I help you with it??
- • If you are the type of person
with a busy lifestyle and would like a friend to join you on your
thrilling chase, then pick me!! Pick me!! Pick me!!
- • If you are after a quiet laid
back type of friend, it might pay to pop next door as I’d
be too much for you.
We wish you and your chosen companion
animal friend a lifetime of joy
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