What kind of cat are you?
I've previously confessed that I love those "what type are you?" quizzes. Here is one that really spoke to me: If I was a cat, what kind of cat would I be?
I kinda already thought I was part cat, since I almost always have been living with at least one and currently share a bathroom with two. I imagined myself a Maine Coon, like Dolan. But turns out I am mostly American shorthair -- family-centered but independent. I can buy that. See accompanying photo of my alter-ego digging into a birch tree.
Yes, the test is brought to you by the VPI people, who want to sell you pet insurance. But it still is fun.
Keep reading to take the test, and for more info about the breed that you most resemble.
I'm going to make fellow blogger and cat person John Tanasychuk do it. I bet he's a Russian Blue.
What Kind of Cat Are You?
Do you match your cat? Take this test and find out. Answers below.
Would you describe yourself as:
a. Outgoing
b. Cheerful
c. Guarded
Where would you rather spend your free time?
a. At home
b. Out
c. A mix of the two
Would you rather spend an evening:
a. Doing something out of your comfort zone
b. Cooking something a bit creative for guests
c. Curled up with a book
When the opportunity arises, you will:
a. Play and get silly immediately
b. Play or not, depending on your mood
c. Watch others
Are you…
a. Comfortable with chaos:
b. Happy with a creative mix of clutter and order
c. A stickler for order, design and arrangement
Your most prominent trait is:
a. Playfulness
b. Loyalty
c. Intelligence
ANSWERS
Give yourself 3 points for each “a,” 2 for each “b” and 1 for each “c”. Total up the points and see what kind of cat you most resemble:
16-18 points: Abyssinian
13-15 points: Maine Coon
10-12 points: American Shorthair
7-9 points: Russian Blue
4-6 points: Siamese
1-3 points: Persian
Click here to find out more about these breeds, and how they reflect your own personality.
ANGIE BRENNAN, a Sun-Sentinel page designer,
lives with four dogs and one boyfriend. And has a lifetime of animal stories to share.
DIANE LADE, a reporter on the Sun-Sentinel's Help Team, has lived with cats, dogs, reptiles, fish, an iguana, and an armadillo.
CYNDI METZGER, editor of the Sun-Sentinel's Outlook section, is smitten with Bella, her poodle who regularly ignores requests to sit, stay and get off the ivory-colored sofa. 
JOHN TANASYCHUK, a Sun-Sentinel lifestyle writer, has lived with cats as long as he can remember. He and his partner currently share their home with three.
