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4-17-02

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PET COMPATIBILITY TEST

Which is the best pet for you.

Dalmatian, tabby cat, parakeet goldfish, Chia Pet. Which is right for you?

Consider your reasons for wanting a pet. If you are involved with a significant other, how can the two of you choose a pet that's right for both of you?

You might think the Taco Bell Chihuahua is adorable on the commercials, but could you live with it day after day?

 

 
kittens1.   Pets should have names like...
  1. Fluffy, Princess, Fido, Lady, Mittens
  2. Max, Igor, Brutus, Killer
  3. Penelope, George, Abigail, Herbert
  4. Ch. Percival Pembroke on Thames
  5. Yo dog, Hey cat

2.   The kind of dog I would like to have is...

  1. a free one that a friend gives me
  2. Rottweiller, Doberman, Pit Bull
  3. a homeless one from the animal shelter
  4. Schnauzer, Poodle, Lhasa Apso
  5. stuffed and mounted in a lifelike position

3.  The care of the pet is the responsibility of...

  1. the person who brought it home
  2. the one the pet likes best
  3. the one who likes it best
  4. the one who named it
  5. the kids

4.  Having a cat's claws removed is...

  1. cruel
  2. selfish
  3. practical
  4. recommended by 3 out of 4 furniture manufacturers
  5. an idea thought up by wild-eyed liberals

5.  Dogs are happiest living...

  1. outdoors
  2. in the country
  3. in the house
  4. in their own house
  5. like kings

6.  The best place to keep your pet while you're traveling is...

  1. a kennel
  2. a friend's house
  3. the veterinarian's
  4. at home with a pet sitter
  5. at your mothers, it's the closest she'll have to a grandchild any time soon

7.  Pets should be taught to do tricks if...

  1. they want to
  2. the can get on the Letterman show
  3. your friends will enjoy watching them perform
  4. they can get a role in films or TV
  5. you have absolutely nothing else to do to entertain yourself

8.  Pets should be fed...

  1. special food purchased at a pet store
  2. whatever is on sale at the supermarket
  3. only food they really enjoy
  4. special food obtained from the veterinarian
  5. whatever is left over from dinner

9.  All responsible pet owners...

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  1. neuter their pets at the earliest opportunity
  2. don't neuter their pets
  3. neuter their pets after they have had one litter
  4. breed their pets for profit
  5. neuter their spouse

10. Pets should be punished by...

  1. waving a rolled-up newspaper in front of them
  2. throwing something near them
  3. spraying them with water
  4. a gentle but firm "no"
  5. grounding them for a week

11. If housebreaking a pet is proving difficult you should...

  1. make them an outdoor pet
  2. make them stay in the bathroom until they figure it out
  3. be patient and keep trying
  4. sit down with them to discuss the source of their inner conflict
  5. move

12. A desirable pet is one that...

  1. enjoys having its head scratched
  2. sleeps with you in cold weather
  3. is low maintenance
  4. brings pride to the family
  5. enjoys killing its own dinner

13. When the weather is cold, a pet should...

  1. be brought indoors
  2. be allowed to sleep in the garage
  3. be allowed to sleep on your bed
  4. be dressed in cute little sweaters
  5. be left outside, after all they are wearing fur

14. When friends come to visit, your pet should...

  1. be kept in another room
  2. be kept outdoors
  3. greet them at the door
  4. be allowed to join in the conversation
  5. lift their wallets

15. When choosing the breed of your pet you should...

  1. consider your living space
  2. buy the one that is "this week's special"
  3. check to make sure none of the neighbors has the same thing
  4. consult the latest polls to find out what's fashionable
  5. pick one you can pronounce

16. If you have children, you should choose a pet that...

  1. is good with kids
  2. is sturdy enough to withstand roughhousing
  3. is small enough to hide from them
  4. won't run outside when they leave the door open
  5. can locate them in that pig sty they call their room

parrot17. If your spouse is allergic to pets, you can...

  1. suggest allergy shots
  2. choose the one to which
    they are least allergic
  3. buy an aquarium
  4. let him/her suffer, you want one and that's that
  5. get rid of the spouse

18.  When choosing a veterinarian, it is important to select one who...

  1. is located nearby
  2. takes credit cards
  3. has 24-hour emergency service
  4. specializes in the breed of your pet
  5. is good-looking and single

goldfishScoring:

  1. 1 point
  2. 2 points
  3. 3 points
  4. 4 points
  5. 5 points

18-27:  You'll be happy with a standard off-the-shelf cat or dog, and they'll be happy with you.

28-45:  You want a rough and tumble critter.  Make sure it will fit in your 4WD sports utility vehicle.

46-63:  You're easy to please.  Walk around the neighborhood and see what follows you home.

64-80:  You need a designer pet.  Consult with Martha Stewart and make sure to take your gold card when you go shopping.

81-100:  No run-of-the mill pooch or kitty for you.  Check with your local government agencies regarding special licensing needed for exotic animals.

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