Do Animals Have Personalities?

Do animals have personalities? Donkeys are stubborn, pandas are cute, and dogs are faithful. We usually describe people’s personalities. However, are we right to assign personalities to animals, too? Our personality has a lot to say about how we think and perceive the world around us, and how we live our lives. Just think of your nosy next-door neighbor.  Think about that impulsive colleague who busts into your office to tell you about the “next big thing”, and also think about pets, such as a shy dog or an aloof cat. Many pet owners think they recognize personality traits in their…