dogtime quiz

[Itsapyr]

I just took the what breed of dog is good for me quiz...
http://dogtime.com/matchup/start

It must be right because it told me a pyr, pyr/anatoilan mix, berner, GSMD and for some reason threw in an English springer spaniel LOL

[ALDOGMOM]

I'm sending Birdie to you on Tuesday....LOL..

My top five are Akita, Mal, BMD, Anatolian, and Black Russian Terrier...

This was even more interesting to me - pretty much on target...Well, except the sane part..

Key features you should look for in a dog.

Friendly enough: You don't need to be everyone's friend so your dog doesn't need to be either. Look for reasonably friendly dogs.

Top dog: You're good at setting boundaries, which means you'd do well with dogs who need consistent, gentle guidance. No cream puff for you -- unless you want one.

You're a tad impatient: So you might want to get an easygoing dog who'll go with your flow. Look for easygoing, or "low-sensitivity" dogs.

Busy but sane: If that describes your home life, you'd pair up well with most dogs, though a highly sensitive one may be unhappy if life gets so busy it becomes crazy.

[Swissy Mom]

You and I got the same top 5, Kim.

[sam.i.am]

That's odd, I got the exact same choices as Kim, but for very different reasons (and I don't agree with most of the choices as I do not like reserved dogs even if I am not boisterous):

Akita
Alaskan Malamute
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier

Calm zone: A highly sensitive dog who finds noise and chaos particularly stressful would do well at your place -- as would a more resilient dog.

Buddies: You probably want a low-key happy-go-lucky dog who's comfortable with your own relaxed style. Look for dogs that are good for novice owners.

On the shy side: Since you don't love meeting new people you may be more comfortable with a dog who's reserved, or discriminating, than one who greets everyone in his path. Look for "discriminating" dogs that are highly affectionate with families.

[ALDOGMOM]

That is really odd...
I like all of these breeds - but if I was going to go purchase a purebred dog - none of these would be on my list...LOL..

[Lora]

Hey!

I just used DogTime.com’s MatchUp tool to help me figure out which dog breeds I’d be most compatible with.

Check out my top results:

Akita
Alaskan Malamute
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier
According to DogTime, I should consider the following when adopting:

Verging on boisterous: Since life at home occasionally runs loud, even wild, you'd do best with a mostly calm dog who can tolerate a little frenzy. Look for resilient, or "low-sensitivity," dogs.

Friendly enough: You don't need to be everyone's friend so your dog doesn't need to be either. Look for reasonably friendly dogs.

Top dog: You're good at setting boundaries, which means you'd do well with dogs who need consistent, gentle guidance. No cream puff for you -- unless you want one.

Good with older kids: Since your children are old enough to be taught to behave around dogs, it's not as important you find a really easygoing dog. Look for kid-friendly dogs.

Cafe-friendly: Since you'd like to hang out and sip beverages with dog by your side, you'll want one who's reasonably calm. Look for low-key dogs.

I wouldn't choose any of those breeds. Saints are #16 on my list.

[Lora]

How funny that we all have about the same needs for dog ownership and personality types lol

[ALDOGMOM]

Birds of a feather....I guess that explains why we are all here....LOL..

[AkNeoLover]

This is what I got...Don't know if I agree with them all...

Alaskan Malamute
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier
Boxer

According to DogTime, I should consider the following when adopting:

Benevolent leader: You're good at setting boundaries but can be flexible as the situation demands, which suggests you can train dogs who thrive on consistent guidance as well as more forgiving dogs. (Though we can't promise that's true!).

On the shy side: Since you don't love meeting new people you may be more comfortable with a dog who's reserved, or discriminating, than one who greets everyone in his path. Look for "discriminating" dogs that are highly affectionate with families.

Cafe-friendly: Since you'd like to hang out and sip beverages with dog by your side, you'll want one who's reasonably calm. Look for low-key dogs.

Busy but sane: If that describes your home life, you'd pair up well with most dogs, though a highly sensitive one may be unhappy if life gets so busy it becomes crazy.

[sam.i.am]

It's funny that our lists are so similar (or identical). I didn't even notice the link to see the rest of my matches until now. I like choices 6 thru 12! Pyrs, Saints, and the other big guys on this list are much more fitting

6. Bullmastiff Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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7. Mastiff Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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8. Great Pyrenees Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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9. Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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10. Irish Wolfhound Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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11. Saint Bernard Why? This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
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12. Neapolitan Mastiff Why?

[AkNeoLover]

Sam - This is what I got for my two at home

25. Bloodhound Why?
This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "What's your party style?", "What kind of amusement park ride best describes the energy in your home?", "When it comes to spiffing up your dog, you:"
and Neo was 37. Neapolitan Mastiff Why?
This breed is an especially good match for your responses to these questions: "What size dog are you considering?", "How much do you exercise?", "Which comes closest to your idea of a satisfying Saturday morning?", "What's your party style?", "What kind of amusement park ride best describes the energy in your home?"

I would have figured them a little higher on the list, but, oh well

[Mac45]

My list was the same as Sue's

Alaskan Malamute
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier
Boxer

According to DogTime, I should consider the following when adopting:

Verging on boisterous: Since life at home occasionally runs loud, even wild, you'd do best with a mostly calm dog who can tolerate a little frenzy. Look for resilient, or "low-sensitivity," dogs.

Top dog: You're good at setting boundaries, which means you'd do well with dogs who need consistent, gentle guidance. No cream puff for you -- unless you want one.

On the shy side: Since you don't love meeting new people you may be more comfortable with a dog who's reserved, or discriminating, than one who greets everyone in his path. Look for "discriminating" dogs that are highly affectionate with families.

Rottweiler came in at #6

[ToBScholarly]

My list was the same as sam.i.am's. Saint Bernard was #36 on my list.
What a bunch of crap. The only one I would even consider is the BMD.

[krb0471]

Anatolian, Black Russian Terror, Dobie, German Pincer, and Great Dane were my top 5. 4 out of 5 I would consider.

• Possible puppy person: Puppies take a lot of patience and it's often hard to predict what a puppy's personality will be like as an adult. We suggest you consider adult dogs.
• Calm zone: A highly sensitive dog who finds noise and chaos particularly stressful would do well at your place -- as would a more resilient dog.
• Friendly enough: You don't need to be everyone's friend so your dog doesn't need to be either. Look for reasonably friendly dogs.
• Close quarters: Your neighbors are nearby, so look for dogs that don't bark often.
• Top dog: You're good at setting boundaries, which means you'd do well with dogs who need consistent, gentle guidance. No cream puff for you -- unless you want one.

[Swissies4Me]

I have the exact same list as Lora:

Akita
Alaskan Malamute
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier

Swissies were #20 on my list

[Delynnr]

Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier
Boxer
Bullmastiff

Possible puppy person: Puppies take a lot of patience and it's often hard to predict what a puppy's personality will be like as an adult. We suggest you consider adult dogs.
Friendly enough: You don't need to be everyone's friend so your dog doesn't need to be either. Look for reasonably friendly dogs.
Benevolent leader: You're good at setting boundaries but can be flexible as the situation demands, which suggests you can train dogs who thrive on consistent guidance as well as more forgiving dogs. (Though we can't promise that's true!).
Good with little kids: Look for a puppy, or dog, who's likely to be tolerant of unpredictable behavior. Older, mellower dogs are often good matches for families with small children. Look for kid-friendly dogs.
Busy but sane: If that describes your home life, you'd pair up well with most dogs, though a highly sensitive one may be unhappy if life gets so busy it becomes crazy.


Interesting how similar our lists are. I would consider the BMD, Anatolian and the Bullmastiff.

I hate boxers, maybe because all of the ones that I have met have been stupid in the extreme and borderline crazy. I don't think I have been around a well bred one so that could change my mind. I don't know much about the Black Russian Terrier - but I am not a huge fan of the terrier family so I would have to look into them more.

I think the friendly comment is funny - and describes Boku more than Caza. Caza is a social butterfly and loves everyone and everyone she meets. Boku is just a bit more reserved, but only by comparison.

[Baroooo]

My list was identical to Kendra's - They're really pushing the Anatolians!
Swissies were #7 on the list.

[MuttleyCrew]

Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Black Russian Terrier
Boxer
Bullmastiff

Possible puppy person: Puppies take a lot of patience and it's often hard to predict what a puppy's personality will be like as an adult. We suggest you consider adult dogs.
Friendly enough: You don't need to be everyone's friend so your dog doesn't need to be either. Look for reasonably friendly dogs.
Benevolent leader: You're good at setting boundaries but can be flexible as the situation demands, which suggests you can train dogs who thrive on consistent guidance as well as more forgiving dogs. (Though we can't promise that's true!).
Good with little kids: Look for a puppy, or dog, who's likely to be tolerant of unpredictable behavior. Older, mellower dogs are often good matches for families with small children. Look for kid-friendly dogs.
Busy but sane: If that describes your home life, you'd pair up well with most dogs, though a highly sensitive one may be unhappy if life gets so busy it becomes crazy.


Interesting how similar our lists are. I would consider the BMD, Anatolian and the Bullmastiff.

I hate boxers, maybe because all of the ones that I have met have been stupid in the extreme and borderline crazy. I don't think I have been around a well bred one so that could change my mind. I don't know much about the Black Russian Terrier - but I am not a huge fan of the terrier family so I would have to look into them more.

I think the friendly comment is funny - and describes Boku more than Caza. Caza is a social butterfly and loves everyone and everyone she meets. Boku is just a bit more reserved, but only by comparison.

I got the same results except instead of a boxer I got a german pincher...no pyr, or rottie or golden...or mutt

[Erin]

Surprised to see Great Dane so far down on the list!

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Black Russian Terrier


Doberman Pinscher

German Pinscher

Great Dane

[Lora]

I re did my quiz over and over trying to manipulate the answers to see why saints were so far down on my list. Activity level, exercise and children seemed to be the biggest factors.