Which Magical Pet Would I Have at Hogwarts?

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At Hogwarts, students are allowed to bring an owl, a cat, or a toad with them as their pet, and a few even get special exceptions for pets like rats, Pygmy Puffs, and ferrets. But which of these animals would be your companion for the school year?

Just answer these questions, and we'll tell you which magical pet you would bring to Hogwarts! Hit that "Start Quiz" button to get started.

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Questions Overview

1. First things first! Which Hogwarts house would the Sorting Hat put you in?
  1. Gryffindor! I'm brave, determined, & just.
  2. Hufflepuff! I'm hardworking, kind & modest.
  3. Ravenclaw! I'm wise, witty, & creative.
  4. Slytherin! I'm ambitious, resourceful, & cunning.
2. I want my pet at Hogwarts to be...
  1. Loyal
  2. Powerful
  3. Mysterious
  4. Independent
3. You've won a contest in Potions class, and you get a vial of potion as a reward! Which one do you choose?
  1. Felix Felicis (luck potion).
  2. Amortentia (love potion).
  3. Polyjuice Potion (disguises you as someone else).
  4. Veritaserum (truth potion).
4. Which of these magical objects catches your eye first?
  1. Marauder's Map
  2. Time Turner
  3. Invisibility cloak
  4. Mirror of Erised
  5. Sword of Gryffindor
  6. Hagrid's pink umbrella
5. You've gotten in trouble at school! Which rule did you break?
  1. I snuck into the restricted section in the library.
  2. I went out to explore the Forbidden Forest at night.
  3. I let a friend copy my homework.
  4. None of these—I would never break a rule!
6. Which mythical creature would you want as a pet if they were allowed at Hogwarts?
  1. Hippogriff
  2. Dragon
  3. Basilisk
  4. Phoenix
  5. Unicorn
  6. Niffler
7. What do you think would be the toughest thing for you at Hogwarts?
  1. Missing my family.
  2. Getting good grades.
  3. Staying out of trouble.
  4. Nothing. I'd excel at Hogwarts!
8. What would be your favorite hangout spot with your pet?
  1. A window seat in a high-up tower.
  2. A cozy corner in the common room.
  3. A sunny spot outside on the lawn.
  4. A hidden nook in a secret corridor.
9. Pick a sweet treat from the Wizarding World to try:
  1. Pumpkin pasties.
  2. Chocolate frogs.
  3. Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans.
  4. Butterbeer.
10. Pick a color palette for your dream dormitory at Hogwarts:
  1. Bright pinks and purples.
  2. Calming blues and lavenders.
  3. Neutral tans and creams.
  4. Cheerful yellows and oranges.
  5. Moody burgundy and black.

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What Your Magical Pet from Harry Potter Says About You

In the Wizarding World, first-year Hogwarts students are allowed to bring an owl, cat, or toad as a pet (and a few students get exceptions for other types of pets). This pet becomes the witch or wizard's trusted and loyal companion throughout their years at the school, so picking the right one is a big deal! Each of these pet types also has its own unique traits and characteristics, so the pet you'd get along with best says a lot about you. Here are your possible results, and what they might mean:


Owl
You're an intelligent person with a bold and adventurous spirit. Owls are associated with Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, so this majestic bird would be the perfect companion for someone as smart and courageous as you! At Hogwarts, owls also have a very practical use—they can carry messages back and forth from your family at home. Since you're so loyal and family-oriented, this would also be a major plus!

Cat
You're a deep, complex person with an air of mystery about you. Instead of accepting simple explanations of things, you dive into life's most profound questions. With this in mind, an equally curious cat would be the perfect companion for you at Hogwarts! Cats have also been associated with magic for centuries, so they go along perfectly for someone as mystical and intuitive as you. Long story short, you'd make the perfect pair!

Toad
You're a kind, gentle soul with a heart of gold. Because you're so modest and unassuming, people may overlook you at times, but you never let this get to you—you just work harder to become the best version of yourself. Flashier pets like owls and cats may be a bit more popular at Hogwarts, but you're the kind of person who can appreciate the value of the humble toad as a companion. Since they're creatures of both land and water, toads also symbolize adaptability, which goes along perfectly with your ability to grow and transform through hard work!

Pygmy Puff
You're a compassionate, open-hearted person with a bright and bubbly personality. Although a Pygmy Puff isn't technically on the list of approved pets for students, it would be the perfect companion for you, so exceptions would be made! Pygmy Puffs are super tiny and fluffy magical creatures with bright pink or purple fur. They're totally vibrant and adorable, which goes along with your vibe perfectly. The two of you would be the best of friends!

Ferret
You're a resourceful and determined person who can achieve just about anything. Though ferrets aren't on the official list of allowed pets at Hogwarts, they're associated with adaptability, curiosity, and stealth, so they fit your vibe pretty perfectly! Considering how great a companion a ferret would be to you, we're willing to bet exceptions would be met in your case. And thank goodness, because the two of you would be a perfect pair!

Rat
You're an intelligent, resourceful person who's a survivor, through and through. Rats are known for their amazing survival capabilities, and they also symbolize adaptability and cunning, so a rat would make a pretty spot-on pet for you! Though rats aren't technically on the list of allowed pets, we're willing to bet that exceptions would be made in your case, since a rat would be such an amazing companion in your journey toward success at Hogwarts!

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