Do you currently have a dog? Yes
If yes, please continue with the survey.
If no, you are finished with the survey. Thank you!
Please review the following list and mark all that apply to you:
I prepare special meals for my dog.
YesI dress my dog on occasion.
NoI give my dog presents around the holidays.
YesI have pictures of my dog in my wallet or on my desk.
YesI talk to my dog on the phone or through the answering machine.
YesI celebrate my dog’s birthday each year.
YesI talk to my dog as if he/she is a human.
Yes I share my bed with my dog at night.
YesI sign letters and cards from my dog and myself.
Only to dog peopleI arrange for a special “baby sitter” to watch my dog when I’m on vacation.
He goes with me on Vacation, or goes to stay with his best friend. Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement:
Caring for a dog is like being a parent.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeI spend more time with my dog than I do with my friends.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeI have a deep emotional connection with my dog.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeMy dog communicates with me so that I know exactly what he/she is thinking.
Strongly Disagree Disagree
Neutral Agree Strongly Agree
Many of my leisure activities or hobbies involve my dog.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeDevotion to a dog brings me happiness in life.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeDogs provide unconditional love.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeI spend more time with my dog than I do with my family.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeDogs are an incredible source of companionship in difficult times.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeMy dog is my best friend.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree
Strongly AgreeI think of my dog as my equal.
Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral
Agree Strongly Agree
Please indicate the following:
Gender: Male
FemaleAge:
Do you have children? Yes
NoAre they over 18 years old? Yes No