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Quiz about Breed Nicknames
Quiz about Breed Nicknames

Breed Nicknames Trivia Quiz


Many breeds have some special name or phrase that distinguish its characteristics and personality. For example, the Basenji is known as the Barkless Dog. Match the nickname with the breed.

A multiple-choice quiz by remobec. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
remobec
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
88,075
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
20
Difficulty
Difficult
Avg Score
10 / 20
Plays
8796
Last 3 plays: Guest 15 (8/20), Guest 31 (12/20), Guest 50 (8/20).
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Question 1 of 20
1. The American Gentleman of Dogs Hint


Question 2 of 20
2. The Grey Ghost Hint


Question 3 of 20
3. The Best Little Pal in the World Hint


Question 4 of 20
4. The Butterfly Dog Hint


Question 5 of 20
5. The Poor Man's Racehorse Hint


Question 6 of 20
6. Apollo of Dogs Hint


Question 7 of 20
7. The White Cavalier Hint


Question 8 of 20
8. The Lion Dog of Tibet Hint


Question 9 of 20
9. King of the Terriers Hint


Question 10 of 20
10. The Happy Breed Hint


Question 11 of 20
11. Many breeds fanciers consider their dogs to be "the clown of the dog world." Which breed has NOT been called "the clown of the dog world"? Hint


Question 12 of 20
12. "Multum in parvo": Latin for "A Lot of Dog in a Small Space" or "A Lot in a Little." Hint


Question 13 of 20
13. The Plum Pudding Dog Hint


Question 14 of 20
14. The Gamekeeper's Night Dog Hint


Question 15 of 20
15. The Dutch Barge Dog Hint


Question 16 of 20
16. The Monkey Dog Hint


Question 17 of 20
17. The Starter Hint


Question 18 of 20
18. The Royal Dog of Egypt Hint


Question 19 of 20
19. The Gentleman's Terrier Hint


Question 20 of 20
20. The Sharkskin Dog Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The American Gentleman of Dogs

Answer: Boston Terrier

Although the Boston Terrier, American Water Spaniel, American Pit Bull Terrier and Australian Shepherd (go figure!) are all American breeds, America has very few breeds we can call our own. Perhaps the Boston Terrier's black and white coloring contributed to his title as "gentleman."
2. The Grey Ghost

Answer: Weimaraner

There aren't too many grey dogs, although the Weimaraner is actually a silver grey, which does give it a ghostly appearance.
3. The Best Little Pal in the World

Answer: Cairn Terrier

The Cairn is a fun-loving canine companion.
4. The Butterfly Dog

Answer: Papillon

The Papillon is called the Butterfly Dog for his large, fluffy ears that resemble butterfly wings. The drop eared and less well known variety is known as the Phalene.
5. The Poor Man's Racehorse

Answer: Whippet

Although the Whippet was originally bred as a rabbit courser, he became popular in races among the working class of Northern England. (The Disney movie "The Littlest Horse Thieves" has a whippet race amongst the working class miners).
6. Apollo of Dogs

Answer: Great Dane

Apollos was the Greek and Roman god of truth and the arts.
7. The White Cavalier

Answer: Bull Terrier

James Hinks was one of the early founders of the Bull Terrier breed. He breed a strain of pure white terriers known as the "White Cavalier." The nickname has stuck to this day.
8. The Lion Dog of Tibet

Answer: Lhasa Apso

The Lhasa Apso guarded Tibetan temples, and was known as "Apso Seng Kyi," The Lion Dog of Tibet, which it is still known as today. Tibetan Spaniel owners say that it was the Tibetan Spaniel that the "Apso Seng Kyi" was referring to. Maybe it was both, or perhaps we'll never know.
9. King of the Terriers

Answer: Airedale Terrier

As the largest terrier (excepting the very new and very rare breed, the Black Russian Terrier), the Airedale terrier exemplifies all of the best qualities that make a terrier a terrier. The Airedale is a very versatile dog, having been trained in everything from schutzhund (sport where well-trained dogs show their obedience, protection and scenting skills), agility, search and rescue, police work and military work.
10. The Happy Breed

Answer: Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

The nickname says it all. The PBGV always has a smile on his face and wag in his tail.
11. Many breeds fanciers consider their dogs to be "the clown of the dog world." Which breed has NOT been called "the clown of the dog world"?

Answer: Briard

The Old English Sheepdog, Irish Water Spaniel and Pug all delight in playing the goof to get their owners laughing. Briards are playful, but they tend to be more serious dogs, and have never been called "the clown of the dog world."
12. "Multum in parvo": Latin for "A Lot of Dog in a Small Space" or "A Lot in a Little."

Answer: Pug

The Pug's motto encompasses much of the Pug's essence. The breed is the smallest mastiff breed (characterized by their large heads), and has a very compact frame, packing a lot of punch for the little dog. Besides this, the dog's personality is full of gusto.
13. The Plum Pudding Dog

Answer: Dalmatian

The Dalmatian was used by the English as a coach dog, running alongside the horses (which is how he got his reputation as a firehouse dog). The Dalmatian has a variety of nicknames, including the Carriage Dog, the English Coach Dog, Bengal Harrier and the Plum Pudding Dog.
14. The Gamekeeper's Night Dog

Answer: Bullmastiff

The Bullmastiff was originally bred from the Mastiff and the Bulldog to guard against poachers on the large English estates at night, alongside his owner.
15. The Dutch Barge Dog

Answer: Keeshond

The Keeshond was originally bred by the Dutch to guard their barges and for the company of the barge's crew.
16. The Monkey Dog

Answer: Affenpinscher

The Affenpinscher is called the monkey dog because of his monkey-like facial appearance and expressions. Although he is small, this dog was originally bred as a working dog--a ratter on farms.
17. The Starter

Answer: Welsh Springer Spaniel

Developed in Wales, the Welsh Springer Spaniel was originally known as "the Starter," which it is still known as today.
18. The Royal Dog of Egypt

Answer: Saluki

The Saluki was the dog of Egyptian nobility. Although the Muslim religion declares dogs to be unclean, Salukis were declared to be 'sacred,' and thus the prey they brought down could be eaten. . . and they could have canine companions.
19. The Gentleman's Terrier

Answer: Manchester Terrier

A very alert and sharp-looking dog, the Manchester Terrier was developed as a ratter and for rabbit coursing. It was in Victorian times that he was first given the title of "the Gentleman's Terrier."
20. The Sharkskin Dog

Answer: Chinese Shar-Pei

The Shar-Pei's other nicknames are the "Chinese Fighting Dog," and the "Chinese Bulldog." The Shar-Pei has a rough, sandpaper-like feel to it, which gave it this nickname.
Source: Author remobec

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