Find Your Perfect Companion

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Free dog breed quiz

Find the Dog that Fits Your Life

Tell us about your lifestyle and we'll match you with breeds that genuinely fit.

13 quick questions
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What type of dog are you interested in?

Choose based on your preference for purebreds, crossbreds, or see all options.

What size dog suits your life?

Think about your living space and how much dog you want to handle day-to-day.

How much exercise will you provide for your dog each week?

Be honest. Different dogs have vastly different exercise needs.

Where will your dog call home?

Your living situation helps us find breeds that will thrive in your space.

How much time will your dog spend alone?

Think about a typical week, from constant company to long stretches alone.

Who shares your home?

Children in the household is one of the most important factors in finding the right match. If you have a mix of ages, answer for the youngest child.

Do you have other pets at home?

Some dogs have a strong prey drive, which can affect their compatibility with other animals.

How much grooming are you prepared for?

This is about the time and effort involved — appointments, brushing, coat upkeep. Shedding and mess is a separate question.

How do you feel about mess in the home?

Shedding and drool are separate from grooming effort — some dogs need lots of coat care but leave almost no mess (Poodles), others shed constantly with little upkeep needed.

How important is it that your dog is quiet?

Barking varies a lot between breeds — some are vocal communicators, others are almost silent.

What's the climate like where you live?

Some breeds really struggle in the heat. Others aren't built for the cold. Your climate affects your dog's health and comfort year-round.

Have you owned dogs before?

Some breeds need an experienced hand. Others are born for beginners.

Is there a breed you already have in mind?

Optional — skip this if you're open to discovering something new.

Type a breed or leave blank to skip.

Finding your matches...

Analyzing your answers and matching you with compatible breeds

What dog should I get? How our dog breed quiz works

Choosing a dog is easier when you start with your life rather than a photo. The RightDogMatch dog breed quiz compares your home, routine and experience with the traits of more than 200 breeds, including over 30 crossbreeds such as Cavoodles and Groodles. It's free, needs no account and is written for Australian homes, including our heat.

What the quiz asks

There are 13 short questions. You can skip the last one.

What your results show

You get a ranked list of breeds with a match score and the traits that suit you. Where a breed could clash with your answers, for example a high-energy herding dog for a small apartment, the results flag it to review before you decide, or mark it as not recommended. If you named a breed, you'll see how well it fits and why.

Use your matches as a starting point

A quiz can narrow the field, but it can't meet the dog. Read the breed profiles, then meet adult dogs and talk to responsible breeders or rescue groups about the individual dog's energy, health and behaviour. These guides can help:

Dog breed quiz FAQs

What dog should I get?

The right dog is the one whose needs match the time, space and energy you actually have. Start with exercise, time alone, grooming and who lives with you. The quiz weighs those for you, then shows which breeds fit and which could be a struggle.

Is the dog breed quiz free?

Yes. There's no cost, no account and no email needed to see your results.

Does the quiz include crossbreeds like Cavoodles?

Yes. Choose purebreds, crossbreds or all breeds at the start. Crossbreed traits can vary more between individual dogs, so meet the parents where you can.

Is the quiz suitable for Australia?

Yes. It asks about your climate, and the breed information is written for Australian homes, including heat, apartment living and common Australian breeds such as the Kelpie and Cattle Dog.

Can a quiz tell me if I'm ready for a dog?

Not on its own. A dog is a 12 to 15 year commitment of time and money. Read whether you're ready for a dog before you choose.

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