If our T-shirts, mugs and fridge magnets have anything to say about it, your favourite pet says a lot about your personality.
Are dog people really loyal extroverts? Are cat owners secretly sensitive introverts? And what does owning a snake say about you?
While no pet determines your personality, there are some interesting traits associated with the animals people choose to share their homes with.
So, what might your favourite pet say about you?
Dog people: Loyal, social and always giving
You are loyal to a fault and you love to be needed.
Dog lovers are often described as more extroverted, agreeable and conscientious. You like routine, you’re a team player and you’re fiercely loyal to your family and friends.
You’re also good at focusing on what matters rather than all the surrounding noise: food, play and family.
Sound familiar?
You tend to look for the good in people, even when you need to dig a little to find it. Dog owners are also more likely to enjoy an outdoorsy, active lifestyle.
There is a softer side to all that loyalty, though.
You might over-give and feel guilty about saying no. Your dog might have taught you something about boundaries, but you’re still working on your own.
Cat people: Independent, creative and quietly devoted
The lions of the household, cats are independent, observant and protective of their autonomy.
Their owners might have a few things in common with them.
Research has found that cat people are more neurotic than their dog-loving counterparts, but also more open and creative, as well as more introverted.
What might that look like in everyday life?
You don’t need constant reassurance and would rather have a few deep relationships than be friends with everyone.
You’re also the person who notices when something is off with a friend. Rather than bombarding them, you’ll send a quick message or joke to cheer them up.
You might occasionally come across as aloof, but you love hard.
It’s simply on your own terms.
Small pet people: Nurturing, patient and thoughtful
If rabbits, guinea pigs or hamsters are your thing, you’re likely the nurturing one.
People might occasionally mistake your kindness for being a pushover, but you genuinely enjoy taking care of others.
You notice the small things, especially when a friend seems down.
The downside? You also tend to worry.
As the owner of a small pet, you appreciate routine and patience, qualities that also serve you well as a parent or partner.
You find happiness in small, quiet moments and you’re at your best somewhere cosy and safe.
Bird people: Expressive, chatty and a little quirky
Bird lovers tend to be a little on the quirky side.
But perhaps you’re simply expressive.
Bird people are often smart, quick-witted and love to chat.
You’re the friend who remembers birthdays and anniversaries, sends voice notes and somehow manages to be active on every group chat.
You also appreciate a little chaos and colour.
Your home tells a story and there’s probably some mess involved.
Interesting mess, we swear.
Fish people: Calm, sensitive and good listeners
Fish people appreciate peace and routine.
You’re calm, introspective and sensitive to your surroundings.
Quiet doesn’t bother you either. You could sit and watch your fish tank for 20 minutes and happily call it therapy.
Studies have found that watching fish swim in an aquarium helps lower stress, reduce blood pressure and slow your heart rate.
Fish lovers also tend to be good listeners.
You’re the person friends come to when they need advice because you actually listen before giving it.
Reptile people: Independent, curious and quietly confident
Show me someone who owns a snake and I’ll show you someone who isn’t particularly concerned about following the crowd.
Reptile owners tend to be independent thinkers who are curious about how things work.
You’re patient, quietly confident and tend to remain calm during a crisis.
You don’t necessarily need cuddles either.
Respect is your love language.
And you have a soft spot for the underdog.
Or should that be the underlizard?
Not all pets are the same, and neither are their owners. But whether you’re happiest throwing a ball for your dog, curled up alongside your cat or quietly watching your fish tank, your choice of companion might reveal a little something about you.
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