Many people like animals. As a result, many people own pets. Actually, over 50% of all Americans own a pet of some type, whether it be a dog, cat, ferret, fish, or more unusual choices, like a snake or spider. Some pets are playful, others are lazy, some require a high amount of grooming, while others would prefer never to see a brush, comb, or shampoo in their lifetime.

Which pet you choose is totally up to you, but to make an informed, better choice about the animal that could be sharing its life with you, take this easy quiz about factors affecting your pet choice.