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1. Plott hounds are known for their courage and stamina. What wild game were they originally bred to hunt?


Answer: Wild boar and bears

Interesting Information:
The foundation Plott hounds were bred to be excellent at wild boar hunting, and the Plott family also focused on breeding them to hunt bear. The family lived in an area that's still rural today, and certainly was in the early 19th century, so large game abounded. The Plott Balsams, a mountain range in western North Carolina, is named for them. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Happy-Go-Lucky, Hard-Working Plott Hound
 
Some incorrect choices:
Raccoons, Opossums, Squirrels

2. Greyhounds are one of the oldest of all dog breeds. Greyhounds, or dogs very similar to greyhounds, have been around for how long?


Answer: Over 4,000 years

Interesting Information:
The greyhound is believed to have originated in the Middle East. Paintings of dogs very similar to greyhounds have been found on Egyptian tomb walls over 4,000 years old. Greyhounds were so prized in many ancient cultures that only royalty were allowed to own them. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Graceful Greyhound
 
Some incorrect choices:
2,000 years, 1,000 years, 500 years

3. The modern beagle originated in what country?


Answer: England

Interesting Information:
The word "beagle" has existed in the English language since the 15th century; it originally meant any small hound. The word may be derived from an old French word, "becguele," meaning a noisy person, or, literally, "gaping throat." If so, the name is very apt, because beagles are very noisy dogs. Instead of barking, they emit a high-pitched, ear-splitting howl; this is called "baying."

Although dogs called beagles have been around for a long time, the modern breed, or standard beagle, appears to have been developed in England around 1830. Breeds called the Talbot hound, the northern beagle, the southern hound, the harrier all contributed to the modern Beagle's bloodlines. The first beagles were imported to the United States in the 1870s, and quickly became popular. The beagle was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1884.

Today's beagle is a fairly small dog with short legs, a dense coat, floppy ears, and large brown eyes. Beagles can come in a variety of colors, but most, like Max, are tri-colored. Max has a white and brown face, brown ears, a white chest, white feet, and a black "saddle" across his back. Like all beagles, he has a white tip on the end of his tail. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: The Boisterous Beagle
 
Some incorrect choices:
Germany , France, The United States

4. All Coonhounds have their breed's origin in the same country. Which one?


Answer: United States of America

Interesting Information:
The sporting group of colonists who settled in North America noticed the raccoon - indigenous to only North America - and developed dogs to hunt specifically that quarry. Different sportsmen mixed several breeds of dogs which had typically showed the characteristics they needed to hunt raccoon thus developing each unique breed of Coonhound. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Crazy for Coonhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
England, France, Germany

5. Beagles are shown in what two varieties in the U.S.?


Answer: 13 inches and under or over 13 but not exceeding 15 inches

Interesting Information:
You will see two beagles in group competion, different only in size. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagles at home and on the roam
 
Some incorrect choices:
Tri-colored or Lemon, Hunting or Field Trial, Obedience or Conformation

6. The bloodhound is also known as the what?


Answer: St. Hubert Hound

Interesting Information:
The breed was perfected by the monks of St. Hubert in Belgium. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Best of: Bloodhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
St. Henry Hound, St. Halley Hound, St. Harvy Hound

7. What colorful description did the Harrier Club of America use to describe the appearance of a harrier?


Answer: beagle on steroids

Interesting Information:
The English foxhound, harrier and beagle have the same basic conformation. The beagle is less than 15" tall. The harrier is between 18"-22" and the English Foxhound is 24" or more. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Harrier
 
Some incorrect choices:
Americanized bloodhound, tan whippet, dwarf borzoi

8. The basset hound's name is derived from a French word meaning what?


Answer: Low

Interesting Information:
A quick glance at a basset hound will tell you the reason for the name. In French, bas means low and was applied to all short-legged dogs, not just the one we now know by this name. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Basset Hound Blues
 
Some incorrect choices:
Long, Noisy, Hunter

9. What continent are Basenjis native to?


Answer: Africa

Interesting Information:
Basenijis are primarily found in the Congo region of Central Africa. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: Basenjis-Dogs of Another Era
 
Some incorrect choices:
North America, Australia, Europe

10. Why are dachshunds prone to back problems?


Answer: Both heredity and anatomical structure

Interesting Information:
Because of the proportions of the dachshund and in some cases due to heredity, this breed of dog is more likely to suffer from back problems, including disc disease which, depending upon the severity, may or may not be treated with surgery. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Dachshunds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Heredity, Anatomical structure, Neither heredity nor anatomical structure

11. The etymology for the word beagle traces its origins back to an Old French word meaning what?


Answer: Noisy person or loudmouth.

Interesting Information:
A typical beagle is 13-15 inches in height and weighs about 30 pounds (if he/she is not overweight). The word takes its origin from the French word "becguele" which came into use circa 1475. To obtain etymologies for various words, like beagle, the site "http://www.etymonline.com/" is a great resource. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagle Mania
 
Some incorrect choices:
Swift runner., Expert sniffer., Intelligent or inquisitive dog.

12. Which hound was developed in England?


Answer: Harrier

Interesting Information:
The Harrier was developed in England. They were used to hunt hare in packs. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Hound Dogs
 
Some incorrect choices:
Dachshund, Basenji, Greyhound

13. What group does the Dachshund belong to?


Answer: Hound

Interesting Information:
The Dachshund belongs to the hound group. They have a very good sense of smell and are excellent at hunting. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Hot Diggity Dachshund
 
Some incorrect choices:
Terrier, Herding, Toy

14. What is the average top speed a Greyhound can obtain for short distances?


Answer: 40 - 45mph

Interesting Information:
Greyhounds have been clocked running up to 45mph. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Greyhounds: The Retired Racers
 
Some incorrect choices:
30 - 35mph, 20 - 25mph, 50 - 55mph

15. Beagles live how long? (On average)


Answer: 12-13 years

Interesting Information:
Many healthy beagles can live longer than that if taken care of properly. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagles
 
Some incorrect choices:
7-8 years, 14-15 years, 10-11 years

16. Where did Dachshunds originate?


Answer: Germany

Interesting Information:
Dachshunds actually originated in Germany, and their name is German. Difficulty: Very Easy.

From Quiz: Dachshund Doggy
 
Some incorrect choices:
Italy, France, America

17. This medium-sized sighthound was the 'poor man's greyhound'.


Answer: Whippet

Interesting Information:
It was originally bred to race on oval tracks. Little whippet racing is done today. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Dog Breeds in the Hound Group
 
Some incorrect choices:
Harrier, English Foxhound, Scottish Deerhound

18. The Plott hound breed came from a few German dogs brought to the US in the 18th century, then kept pure and improved. Where did the Plotts (both the dogs and the people) live for most of that time?


Answer: The North Carolina mountains

Interesting Information:
The North Carolina mountains made it easy for the Plotts (the people) to avoid accidental breeding of their dogs, while trying the dogs on bear and other big game to test their skill. The Plott family is still active in breeding, showing and writing about their dogs. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Happy-Go-Lucky, Hard-Working Plott Hound
 
Some incorrect choices:
The California desert, New York City, The Florida swamps

19. For what purpose were greyhounds originally used?


Answer: Hunting

Interesting Information:
Because of their great speed, greyhounds make ideal hunting dogs. They have an inbred predisposition to chase things, and as one of the fastest animals known, they can usually catch their prey. In ancient times, greyhounds were used to hunt deer and other large game; more recently they have been used to hunt smaller game, especially hares and rabbits. In Greek and Roman art, Artemis and Diana, the goddesses of the hunt, were often depicted with greyhounds. From the description given in "The Odyssey," many people believe that Odysseus' faithful dog, Argos, was a greyhound. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Graceful Greyhound
 
Some incorrect choices:
Herding, Guard dogs, Companion dogs

20. Beagles were bred for what primary purpose?


Answer: Hunting

Interesting Information:
Beagles were bred to be hunting dogs. They were used to hunt small game, especially rabbits and hares. If a beagle sees or smells a rabbit, it will literally go berserk. Max has caught and killed at least three rabbits that were foolish enough to enter his yard. Because they are hunting dogs, beagles have an inbred instinct to chase things, not only rabbits, but any small animal, and even cars. If you take your beagle for a walk, you have to have a strong leash and a firm hold, or it may see something that needs chasing and break away. The white tip on a beagle's tail is said to have been developed to allow hunters to spot the dogs when they were chasing game in heavy cover. When a beagle gets excited, its ears stand out straight from its head, and its tail points upwards.

Beagles make good watch dogs because they will get very excited and bay loudly if a stranger approaches what they consider their territory. They make poor guard dogs, however, because they are one of the breeds least likely to bite a human. If a burglar broke into your house, your beagle might try to lick him to death. Beagles have no herding instincts. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Boisterous Beagle
 
Some incorrect choices:
Guarding, Herding, Companion dog

21. Coonhounds are likely the product of several existing scent hound breeds. But one large, tenacious and well-rounded scent hound is mentioned among the ancestors of all coonhounds. Which is this breed with aristocratic heritage?


Answer: Bloodhound

Interesting Information:
The Bloodhound exhibits many of the characteristics that early North American hunters wanted for their dogs. There is probably no better scent hound on a trail than the Bloodhound. But the rough and dense terrain of the woods of North America required a sleeker, quicker dog - as the Coonhounds became. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: Crazy for Coonhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Borzoi, Dachshund, Greyhound

22. In the sport of greyhound racing, what is the main reason for muzzles to be worn?


Answer: To prevent injury to other greyhounds

Interesting Information:
Greyhounds, contrary to popular belief, are not naturally aggressive animals. The main reason for muzzles to be work during racing is to prevent injuries to other dogs. Greyhounds have the tendency to nip at the other dogs during racing and periods of excitement. Since they have very thin skin and minor cuts will require stitches, and probably time away from racing. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Greyhounds: Not What You May Think
 
Some incorrect choices:
To prevent the dogs from biting the handlers, Because they are naturally aggressive, Easier for the photo finish camera to determine a winner when racing

23. A correct beagle coat is what length?


Answer: Medium length

Interesting Information:
People think of beagles as short haired dogs, but in fact, a good coat is of medium length. It gives the dog a lot of protection as it chases its quarry through the brush. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagles at home and on the roam
 
Some incorrect choices:
Short in length, Fairly long, Varies with the season

24. Which breed of dogs can trace their lines back to the bloodhound?


Answer: all of these

Interesting Information:
Many hounds and some non hounds can trace their lineage back to the bloodhound. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: The Best of: Bloodhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
coonhounds, basset hound, otterhound

25. What was the harrier's country of origin?


Answer: England

Interesting Information:
Harriers were developed in England along with beagles and English foxhounds. The earliest recorded harrier pack dates back to 1260. It is unlikely that any of those dogs resembled the modern harrier. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Harrier
 
Some incorrect choices:
France, Belgium, USA

26. Many dog owners discuss how particular breeds have particular character traits. What is the predominant character trait of the dachshund?


Answer: Stubbornness

Interesting Information:
Every dachshund owner will have a story about how difficult it can be to train and deal with a dachshund's stubborn character. While it makes this breed challenging to train, it is not impossible to train a dachshund as long as the owner is equally strong-willed. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Dachshunds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Aggression, Nervousness, All of the choices

27. In what work was the first authenticated use of the word beagle to describe the lovable hound?


Answer: "Squire of Low Degree" by Walter William Skeat (1475)

Interesting Information:
In this work, there is a line reading "With theyr beagles in that place and seven score Raches at the rechase". Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagle Mania
 
Some incorrect choices:
"The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer (1390), "General History of Quadrupeds" by Thomas Bewick (1790), "Edward II" by Christopher Marlowe (1592)

28. In ancient Ireland, which type of people usually had Irish wolfhounds?


Answer: Kings and nobles

Interesting Information:
Actually only kings and nobles were allowed to have the Irish wolfhound, the amount they could have depended on position. For example, the Filid (who were of the lesser nobility) could have only two hounds. There were plenty of kings and nobles, as ancient Ireland was divided into five sections, each section had a king, and each fifth had numerous kingdoms (there were 150 kingdoms in Ireland). Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Irish Wolfhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Peasants, Religous Leaders, Children

29. The foxhound's size would fit in the category of:


Answer: Large

Interesting Information:
The American foxhound's size range is generally from 21-25 inches (53-64 cm) tall, and weight between 65-75 pounds (30-34 kg). Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Fabulous Foxhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Extra large, Medium, Small

30. Where did the Dachshund originate?


Answer: Germany

Interesting Information:
The Dachshund came from Germany. They were used as hunting dogs. Difficulty: Very Easy.

From Quiz: Hot Diggity Dachshund
 
Some incorrect choices:
Italy, Brazil, France

31. Beagles are usually what color(s)?


Answer: Tri-colored

Interesting Information:
They can also be tan and white or any other recognized hound color. Difficulty: Very Easy.

From Quiz: Beagles
 
Some incorrect choices:
Black, Spotted, White

32. What does the Dachshund's name mean?


Answer: Badger Dog

Interesting Information:
Dachshund, in German, means 'Badger Dog', which is pretty interesting. It's almost hard to imagine Dachshunds chasing badgers around, but that was what they were bred to do. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Dachshund Doggy
 
Some incorrect choices:
Pig Dog, Long Dog, Tunnel Dog

33. This is the longest-coated sighthound.


Answer: Afghan hound

Interesting Information:
Also known as the Tazi, this breed was bred to hunt in the high mountains. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Dog Breeds in the Hound Group
 
Some incorrect choices:
Borzoi, Saluki, Pharaoh Hound

34. Plott hounds have an unusual coat pattern that comes in many colors. What is it?


Answer: Brindle

Interesting Information:
They can be any shade of brindle, from yellow or red to dark brown, or even black shading into brindle. A little white on the chest and feet is also allowed, but no more than that. Breeders have disagreed on what colors are best, but brindle is still always the focus. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Happy-Go-Lucky, Hard-Working Plott Hound
 
Some incorrect choices:
Spotted, Two-toned (legs different from body), Two-toned (tail and ears different from body)

35. What makes greyhounds great pets?


Answer: Little shedding or barking, calm nature and very clean

Interesting Information:
After their track life, greyhounds make great pets because they don't shed much, they are very calm, they don't bark much, they don't need much exercise and they are very clean dogs. The only bad thing about a greyhound is that you might have your couch stolen! Difficulty: Very Easy.

From Quiz: Gorgeous Greyhounds
 
Some incorrect choices:
They don't make great pets, They are great at recall, They are great with small dogs

36. The beagle is classified as what type of dog?


Answer: Scent hound

Interesting Information:
Beagles are a type of hound. Hounds are divided into two groups. Sight hounds, such as greyhounds and salukis, rely on their keen eyesight to follow their prey. Scent hounds, like beagles and bloodhounds, rely on their keen sense of smell. Beagles have a very well-developed sense of smell; if you watch a beagle closely, you will see his nose is constantly twitching as he sniffs the world around him. Beagles track prey with their noses close to the ground, and once a beagle is on a scent, almost nothing will distract him from concentrating on it. Beagles are sometimes employed at border crossings and airports to sniff out contraband. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Boisterous Beagle
 
Some incorrect choices:
Sight hound, Chow hound, Coursing hound

37. What name is given to the unusual, but very attractive, colouring and patterning that makes a greyhound look catlike in appearance?


Answer: Brindle

Interesting Information:
A brindled hound has a most attractive colouring and patterning. Brindled hounds may vary from a pale, almost fawn coloured coat to a very dark brown hue which, in some animals, can look almost blackish. Wide variations in the depth of colour to the striping may also occur. Brindled hounds are not as common as other colours and, when an attractive brindled hound becomes available for re-homing, there is often a great deal of interest in these animals. Unlike some other breeds with this colouring, brindled greyhounds rarely display any behavioural or character flaws. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Retired Racers - Greyhound Ownership and Care
 
Some incorrect choices:
Mottled, Pied, Harlequin

38. Which famous monarch loved her beagles so much that she was painted with them in her portraits?


Answer: Elizabeth I

Interesting Information:
She also had seats on her horse to keep her pocket-Beagles in when she went out riding. They were often scenthounds for hunting purposes at this time, although having them as pets was not uncommon due to their loving nature and large puppydog eyes. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Beagle Banter
 
Some incorrect choices:
Elizabeth II, Bloody Mary, Lady Jane Grey

39. What would be a reason to give an adult greyhound lots of daily exercise?


Answer: No reason. They don't require it.

Interesting Information:
Contrary to popular belief, adult Greyhounds do not need extended periods of daily exercise,(20 minutes twice a day should suffice for most dogs) as they are bred for sprinting rather than endurance. A very common misconception regarding Greyhounds is that they are hyperactive, but this is far from the truth. They sleep close to 16 hours per day. Not much need for exercise there. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Greyhounds: Not What You May Think
 
Some incorrect choices:
To maintain their condition and form, In case they want to return to racing are being retired, To train as show dogs

40. Beagles compete in which group at U.S. dog shows?


Answer: Hounds

Interesting Information:
Beagles are scent hounds, but they compete against the sight hounds as well. Afghans, and Whippets and Bassets and many more breeds are in the hound group. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Beagles at home and on the roam
 
Some incorrect choices:
Sporting, Toy, Miscellaneous
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