The owl

You speak rarely, so what you think isn't visible. But you're watching, and later you drop one accurate sentence that surprises people.

You prefer your own company and judge coolly. You rarely lose out, though getting close takes a long time, which invites misreadings. Saying one thing first usually clears it.

Works well with

The cat — Interested, but not going over first.

Clashes with

The dog — Whatever you're glad about shows on your face. Hiding it doesn't really work.