Pet Personality Test
How well do you know your pet? Take this test for a science-backed answer.
By Scott Travers, Ph.D.
October 4, 2024
By Scott Travers, Ph.D.
October 4, 2024
Scott Travers, Ph.D., is an American evolutionary biologist based at Rutgers University. His specialty areas include biodiversity, genomics, and herpetology. Scott's research has taken him to faraway places such as the remote jungles of Central America, the deserts of Africa, and the isolated islands of the South Pacific. He has discovered new species, expanded natural history museum collections, and, most importantly, assisted in global conservation efforts. His favorite animals are snakes and his favorite snake is the green tree python.
Understanding pets’ personalities has become a growing interest among pet owners and researchers alike.
The idea of measuring pet personality stems from similar frameworks used in human psychology, where behavioral tendencies are assessed to categorize individuals' personalities. Pets, too, exhibit a range of behaviors that can be observed, analyzed, and grouped into distinct personality traits such as sociability, curiosity, aggression, and emotional stability.
Scales designed to measure pet personality rely on a combination of owner-reported behaviors and direct observation. These tools assess how pets respond to different situations, their interactions with humans and other animals, and their adaptability to new environments.
By using this scale, pet owners can better understand their pet's unique characteristics and make informed decisions regarding training, enrichment, and care.
References: Gosling, S. D., & Bonnenburg, A. V. (1998). An integrative approach to personality research in anthrozoology: Ratings of six species of pets and their owners. Anthrozoös, 11(3), 148-156.
