What Animal Does Your Aussie See You As?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  How does your Aussie react when you come home? 

  • A.
    They greet you enthusiastically and follow you around the house.
  • B.
    They jump up and down, barking excitedly.
  • C.
    They come over for a quick hello and then go back to their activities.
  • D.
    They watch you from a distance and wiggle but continue doing what they were doing.
• 2.
  During playtime, your Aussie...

  • A.
    Occasionally glances your way while exploring their own activities.
  • B.
    Engages with you closely, bringing toys directly to you.
  • C.
    Observes your actions, ready to join if something interesting happens.
  • D.
    Runs around you in circles, full of energy.
• 3.
  On a hike, your Aussie...

  • A.
    Keeps an eye on you from a distance, enjoying the surroundings.
  • B.
    Explores independently, only returning when called.
  • C.
    Dashes ahead but comes back to you regularly.
  • D.
    Stays close to you, checking in frequently.
• 4.
  When training, your Aussie...

  • A.
    Listens but can get distracted by other things.
  • B.
    Gets excited and tries to guess what you want next.
  • C.
    Focuses intently on you, eager to please.
  • D.
    Watches you carefully, assessing the situation before responding.
• 5.
   During downtime, your Aussie... 

  • A.
    Snuggles up next to you, enjoying your company.
  • B.
    Brings you toys to play with, even if you're relaxing.
  • C.
    Finds a comfortable spot nearby but not directly next to you.
  • D.
    Lays in their favorite spot, occasionally looking your way.
• 6.
  It's playtime! What activity do you and your Aussie enjoy most? 

  • A.
    Fetch, frisbee, or any game involving lots of running and jumping
  • B.
    Cuddling on the couch or relaxing in the backyard
  • C.
    Hiking or exploring new places
  • D.
    Training sessions or working on new skills
• 7.
  How would you describe your typical training style? 

  • A.
    Firm but fair, with clear expectations and consistent rules
  • B.
    Positive and gentle, with lots of praise and rewards
  • C.
    Fun and playful, incorporating games and tricks into training
  • D.
    Independent and focused, allowing your Aussie to figure things out on their own
• 8.
  What's your Aussie's favorite way to spend time with you? 

  • A.
    Going on adventures together and exploring new places
  • B.
    Snuggling up close and getting lots of pets and cuddles
  • C.
    Playing fetch or going for walks in the park
  • D.
    Working together on training exercises or herding tasks
• 9.
  When it comes to socializing with new people or dogs, your Aussie is typically: 

  • A.
    Enthusiastic and sometimes a bit overexcited
  • B.
    Reserved and cautious
  • C.
    Confident and assertive
  • D.
    Friendly and approachable
• 10.
   How would you describe your overall personality? 

  • A.
    Energetic, playful, and enthusiastic
  • B.
    Independent, self-sufficient, and resourceful
  • C.
    Calm, confident, and assertive
  • D.
    Patient, gentle, and nurturing

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Elephant

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  Elephant - The Caring Zen MasterCalm and patient, focused on a happy AussieHow Your Aussie Sees You: Your Aussie sees you as a gentle, patient, and nurturing presence. You offer unwavering love and support, making your dog feel safe and secure. Your Aussie appreciates your calm energy and enjoys spending quiet, cuddly moments with you. Your Aussie feels secure with you and loves to stay close, whether during activities or downtime. They know they can count on you to be their rock in any situation.Why this is a Good Thing: Elephants are known for their strong family bonds, gentle demeanor, and protective nature. A nurturing relationship fosters a balanced and well-adjusted dog. Your gentle nature creates a strong bond with your Aussie. They feel deeply connected to you and trust you implicitly. This can lead to a more relaxed and well-adjusted dog who is less prone to anxiety or behavioral problems. Potential Challenges & Training Tips: A potential challenge is you having excessive patience which can lead to an Aussie who may test limits. It’s important to balance patience and allowing your dog to be themselves with clear boundaries and expectations for your Aussie. If your Aussie has unwanted behaviors you want to reduce it is important to ensure there is a consequence for those behaviors such as a losing access to resources or short time outs.It’s also important to ensure your Aussie has new challenges in their life and plenty of mental stimulation which can sometimes be lacking with the Zen approach.By combining the your calm demeanor with clear guidance, you can create the most harmonious relationship with your Aussie.
• 2.
  Dolphin

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  Dolphin - The Playful Pup ParentFocused on providing lots of play and adventure for your pupThe Playful Pup Parent is all about fun, energy, and a deep connection with their furry friend. This style often leads to a happy, energetic dog. However, it’s essential to balance play time with structure and training.How Your Aussie Sees You: You are the embodiment of fun and excitement for your Aussie! Like a fun-loving dolphin, you bring energy and enthusiasm into their life. Your dog sees you as their playmate and is always ready for action when you’re around. However, your Aussie may sometimes get a bit too carried away with their own excitement.Benefits:Dolphins are known for their intelligence, social nature, and playful behavior. Your Aussie thrives on your interaction and sees you as a source of fun and excitement. Your playful approach creates a joyful and positive learning environment for your Aussie. They're motivated by your enthusiasm and find training sessions to be rewarding and engaging. The high-energy nature of the Aussie aligns well with a playful parent. Plenty of physical and mental exercise are healthy for working dogs like Aussies.Potential Challenges & Training Tips: Excessive enthusiasm can sometimes escalate unwanted behaviors. It’s important to maintain a calm demeanor, even during playtime. Be mindful of their energy levels and adjust activities accordingly to avoid overstimulation. Consider adding relaxation training activities to your Aussie’s daily routine to ensure they have a great off switch when needed and requested. Another potential challenge that can come up for play-loving Aussie parents is a lack of structure so it's good to have some routines in training and boundaries in the home. A playful relationship ensures your dog is always excited to learn and explore. Your enthusiasm makes training sessions feel like games, which can significantly improve your dog's willingness to participate and learn. This fun interaction strengthens your bond and makes daily activities more enjoyable for both of you.By combining an active lifestyle with lots of play but also some relaxation training to give your Aussie a working 'off-switch' you will get the most out of your relationship with your Aussie!
• 3.
  Eagle

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  Eagle - An Independent & Free SpiritEncourages their dog to be a dog and enjoy exploringHow Your Aussie Sees You: Your Aussie respects you for your independence and non-micro-managing of their life. They appreciate the freedom you give them to explore and learn on their own. Your dog is likely confident, curious, and enjoys challenges. This style can foster a strong bond based on mutual respect. Why This is a Good Thing: Eagles are revered for their strength, independence, and ability to thrive in their environment. You don’t helicopter-parent your Aussie and while you love a good snuggle and playing with your Aussie, you both are happy to do your own thing. Your Aussie enjoys independence and feels empowered by the trust you place in them. This can lead to a more confident and self-assured dog who is capable of making good decisions on their own. However, this can also mean at times your Aussie makes not-good choices and is less interested in what you think about those choices...Potential Challenges & Training Tips: Independence is a great skill to have, especially when our dogs can self-entertain and don’t rely on us to play night and day but we want to ensure your dog remains attentive to you when needed. Whether it is returning immediately when you call them or you ask them to ‘leave it’ as they approach some mysterious food-like object on the ground on a walk, it is important for your dog’s safety that they have strong responsiveness to your cues and don’t just make their own choices. It's essential to set clear expectations that cues like 'leave it' and 'come' are not just suggestions! By combining freedom with clear boundaries and training, you can create a fulfilling relationship with your dog.
• 4.
  Wolf

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  Wolf - The CoachDisciplined and structured, but always supportive.How Your Aussie Sees You:To your Aussie, you are the cool role model, much like a wolf. Your Aussie sees you as a calm, confident, and benevolent leader. They respect you and look up to you for guidance. On hikes and during training, they keep a keen eye on you, ready to follow your lead when it counts. Your calm and thoughtful demeanor provides them with a sense of security and trust.Why This is a Good Thing: Wolves are natural leaders, respected for their intelligence, strength, and ability to guide their pack. Your Aussie sees you as a worthy leader, someone they can trust and follow with unwavering loyalty.A respectful relationship ensures your dog is attentive and responsive to your cues. This dynamic makes training more effective and enjoyable, as your Aussie is keen to learn from you. It also means your dog feels secure and confident under your leadership, enhancing their overall well-being.Potential Challenges & Training Tips: This dog-parenting style focuses on structure, consistency, and clear expectations. This approach often leads to well-behaved and obedient dogs. However, it's essential to balance discipline with love and affection and truly be a benevolent leader. Incorporate lots of play into your training to truly make yourself the coolest role model ever. Aussies thrive with a balance of play, affection and structure. They can be a very sensitive breed and do much better with kind training and with all family members on the same page when it comes to training and expectations. By combining structure with positive reinforcement and affection, you will have a well-trained and happy dog.