Red Lipsticks and Pet Personalities

We've all seen fashion trends we admire only to be frustrated when they just don't look quite right on us. I have tried countless numbers of orange-based red lipsticks that look terrible on me. We may have a "certain type" of person that we're attracted to, even though this personality type doesn't bring out our best selves. Sometimes we gravitate towards things that are wrong for us. 

When my husband and I visited cats in a foster home, he was drawn to the beautiful black hyper cat who pummeled the other calm gray cat. I mean, it's like that black cat was in the Matrix the way he defied gravity running across walls. We talked about how we'd feel about this hyper behavior in our own home. We adopted the calm gray cat. 

I am attracted to the independence of terriers. However, terrier independence isn't without it's dark side. Calling Aero back when she's nose deep in a hunt is my white whale. 

So what are we to do? Recognizing our pet personality "types" is the first step. Make a list identifying attributes and behaviors you are drawn to. Next to this list, create a column identifying the downsides to those attributes and behaviors. The third column should list the proposed solutions to challenges associated with these attributes and behaviors. Now you're better prepared to find the best version of that pet type for you. 

Because our hearts often leap before our heads, have objective family members and friends evaluate your potential new pet. I have a list of such folks who will help me find my next dog. 

As for that red lipstick, I plugged "red lipstick for blondes" into my search engine. I learned to skip the orange-based red lipsticks (even though I'm drawn to those) and buy blue-based ones. When plugging pet-related words into a search engine, be sure to search for force-free professional dog trainers. Many trainers, including myself, are happy to help folks choose a pet who's right for you. As for choosing red lipstick, you're on your own.