What a great question! I've wondered about that, too. It makes sense, if you think about it. I had a Golden Retriever, and although we didn't exactly look alike <grin>, I chose the breed specifically because, on some level, I'm a lot like that. If I had a blond-reddish coat and four legs that I never shaved, I would BE a Golden Retriever. Well, almost:) I'm all fetched out - and that never happens with dogs. I've seen it before with dog owners. People, at least sometimes, unconsciously project the parts of themselves they value the most when choosing their pets. Or maybe the parts of themselves that they would like to bring out more. A shy person who wants to be more outgoing, for example, would pick a breed known for friendliness. I guess you can't really say that it's ALWAYS true, because some dogs are half-pet, half-other-reason, like for protection, or as a trained companion (for the disabled), and the prospective owner is limited on breed choice. People who adopt stray dogs don't have much choice, although that, in and of itself, says something about the owner. Some brilliant <rolls eyes> people will choose a dog based solely on looks, rather than considering the animal's temperament and personality. Again, that speaks volumes about the person choosing, doesn't it?

we don't look alike, but my dog is a rottwieler. we are both easy going and slow to anger. but get our backs to the wall, we know how, who, and what to defend.

I am nothing like either of my dogs, however I am the alpha male leader of the pack. Some people need, say, putbulls to feel tough and stuff, I think most people just like having the company, as dog breeds do not narrow down a dog's personality far enough.