Things Your Dog Says About You

You've surely heard many times that dogs tend to look like their owners, whether through physical similarity (usually facial features) or through personality.

Well, you'll be surprised to learn everything a dog can reveal about its owner at a glance — from how well they're cared for to whether their owner is lazy or a big eater. Dare to find out what your dog says about you?

A Well Cared-For Dog — A Meticulous Owner

Tidy, meticulous people are generally the ones who dedicate the most time to caring for their dogs, since for them it's unthinkable to see their dogs dirty or poorly looked after.

Bathing them regularly, brushing them, taking care of their coat, watching their diet to prevent excess weight, or even adding a little touch like a bandana on the leash, says a lot about an owner.

Meanwhile, scruffy, poorly groomed dogs say the exact opposite about their owners — careless, unconcerned, and probably not very responsible.

Dog posing with its owner on her wedding day

Handsome Dog — Handsome Owner

It doesn't always happen, but it's quite curious to see how many dogs really do look like their owners. According to one study, this is because dogs unconsciously pick up some of their owner's traits to fit in with the pack.

And although these studies aren't fully verified, the truth is it makes a lot of sense, especially seeing the striking resemblance many dogs have with their humans.

This doesn't mean an unattractive dog has an unattractive owner, since maybe they've simply picked up other traits, like the look in their eyes or even their smile. Yes, dogs also bare their teeth to smile, imitating the human smile.

Calm Behavior — Active Behavior

It's not that dogs become more active depending on their owners — it's that when we adopt a dog, we generally look for one that matches our lifestyle.

So if we're the sporty type who likes going running, skating, or biking, we'll generally adopt an active dog to join us on our outings.

On the other hand, if we're more sedentary and prefer a blanket and the couch, we'll generally adopt a calmer, less active dog. Though sometimes mistakes happen, and some less active people end up adopting very active dogs, like the German Shepherd, which has a very active temperament.

Dog and owner both surprised by something catching their attention

The Dog's Origin

As we all know, there are many dogs around the world looking for a home — stray dogs, or dogs at shelters or municipal pounds. On the other hand, there are also many breeders who sell dogs.

People who adopt a dog, regardless of breed, are generally people with a big heart, kind and affectionate. Someone who adopts is someone who deserves all our respect.

People who buy a dog generally do so because they want a specific breed — something many consider a bit "showy," since every dog has its own temperament (training also plays a huge role).

We respect everyone's opinions and everyone involved, both those who buy and those who adopt, though we do recommend adopting over buying.

The Dog's Diet

Did you think your dog's diet doesn't mean anything? You're quite mistaken, since generally the people most invested in their dogs are the ones who feed them best, within their means.

Someone who truly loves their dog doesn't buy cheap dog food at a supermarket — they research and buy the best food they can afford within their budget.

That said, there are also people who prefer to spend their money going out partying on weekends, while feeding their dogs whatever's cheapest, regardless of quality. This says a lot about a person.

Conclusions

By looking at a dog for a few minutes, observing its physical appearance and behavior, we can draw some fairly clear conclusions about the person taking care of it.

If you'd like to add more ideas to this curious article, feel free to leave them in the comments.