Who Needs More Companionship: You or Your Pet? Quiz

Q1

When you come home, who greets whom first?

A My pet runs to the door before I can even take off my shoes.

B I call out my pet's name and they come over wagging/tail up.

C We both notice each other at the same time.

D I go looking for my pet because they're napping soundly.

Q2

How often do you find your pet following you around the house?

A Everywhere I go, they're right behind me.

B Sometimes they check on me but keep their space.

C Only when they want something, like food or play.

D Rarely; they prefer their own spot.

Q3

How do you feel when you have to leave the house?

A I feel guilty and worry about my pet being lonely.

B I give extra cuddles and then feel fine.

C I'm excited to go out but miss my pet a bit.

D I don't think much about it; my pet is fine alone.

Q4

When you watch TV or work on the computer, your pet typically:

A Sits on me or lies directly on my keyboard.

B Stays in the same room but on a nearby bed.

C Comes and goes from the room.

D Is usually in another room doing their own thing.

Q5

Who initiates playtime more often?

A My pet brings me toys and nudges me to play all the time.

B We take turns initiating.

C I usually start the play sessions.

D We rarely play; my pet likes to relax.

Q6

How does your pet react when you're busy or not paying attention?

A They whine, bark/meow, or paw at me until I respond.

B They sigh and wait patiently nearby.

C They entertain themselves with toys.

D They just nap or ignore me.

Q7

On a typical day, how much quality time do you spend together?

A Almost all day; I work from home and we're together.

B A few hours in the evening and on weekends.

C About an hour or two per day.

D Very little; we have separate schedules.

Q8

What happens when you're on a phone call?

A My pet tries to get my attention loudly.

B They sit near me quietly.

C They walk away after a while.

D They don't react to my calls.

Q9

How does your pet behave when you come back from a trip?

A Extreme excitement: jumping, spinning, crying.

B Happy but calm greeting.

C They act a bit aloof at first, then warm up.

D They barely notice I'm back.

Q10

In your opinion, who is more emotionally dependent?

A Definitely my pet; they need me for everything.

B Probably a balance between us.

C I think I might need them more than they need me.

D Neither; we're both independent.