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The Tibetan Spaniel Trivia Quiz

The Tibetan spaniel is a relatively unknown breed of dog. See what you know about these enchanting creatures.

A multiple-choice quiz by oldblades. Estimated time: 5 mins.

Author
oldblades

Time
5 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
196,853

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
531

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Question 1 of 10

1. In which group are Tibetan spaniels shown in the U.S.A.? Hint

toy

terrier

sporting

non-sporting

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Question 2 of 10

2. What unusual habit do Tibetan spaniels have that is rare among dogs? Hint

they eat more vegetable matter

they lick more than other breeds

they are especially fond of cats

they climb higher than most other breeds

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which two disorders are most common in Tibetan spaniels? Hint

P.R.A. and liver shunt

chronic breathing problems and allergies

hip dysplasia and patellar luxation

allergic skin disorders and seizures

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Question 4 of 10

4. According to the A.K.C. guidelines, which describes the Tibetan's personality? Hint

extroverted, intelligent, vivacious, cocky

even-tempered, playful, dignified, and outgoing

gay , assertive, highly intelligent, aloof with strangers

cautious, reserved, intelligent, sensitive, devoted

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Question 5 of 10

5. To which other breed of dog is the Tibetan spaniel related? Hint

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Tibetan terrier

Maltese

Pekingese

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Question 6 of 10

6. What coat colors are acceptable in Tibetan Spaniels? Hint

red and white or all red

all colors

blonde and white or all blonde

black and white or all black

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Question 7 of 10

7. What was the original purpose of duty of the Tibetan spaniel? Hint

a sleeve dog to warm the arms of the female royalty

a companion on trading ships

a guard dog and bed warmer in the monasteries

a pet in the Tibetan palaces

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Question 8 of 10

8. During what Chinese dynasty were Tibetan spaniels brought to Europe? Hint

Han

Qichi

Ming

Qing

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which is the most accurate breed description of the Tibetan spaniel's tail? Hint

set on high and carried in a single or double curl over the back

set on low and carried loosely over the back

set on low, richly feathered, and carried low

set on high, richly plumed, and carried curled over the back

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which is the most accurate description of a Tibetan spaniel's exercise requirements: Hint

it needs a good daily walk, ideally about 30 minutes

it gets enough exercise in a house or apartment

it needs regular, rugged exercise

it needs about a 10 minute walk daily

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which group are Tibetan spaniels shown in the U.S.A.?

Answer: non-sporting

Although Tibbies are small, they are shown in the non-sporting group, not with the toys, where one might expect.

2. What unusual habit do Tibetan spaniels have that is rare among dogs?

Answer: they climb higher than most other breeds

One can often find one's Tibbie perched on the back of a sofa or chair, much like a cat. They are no more and no less tolerant of cats than any other dog, lick like any other dog, and eat a typical canine diet.

3. Which two disorders are most common in Tibetan spaniels?

Answer: P.R.A. and liver shunt

P.R.A.(progressive retinal atrophy) is quite common among many breeds. Liver shunt can be fatal, but fortunately good breeders screen for it and keep their lines clean. Although Tibbies are quite short-nosed, they do not suffer from the breathing problems of the very brachycephalic (short-nosed) breeds such as pugs. Patellar luxations (slipping kneecaps) are common in many toy breeds.

4. According to the A.K.C. guidelines, which describes the Tibetan's personality?

Answer: gay , assertive, highly intelligent, aloof with strangers

The Tibbie is a quick learner with an ever-wagging tail, and makes his presence known without being overly barky. The pug is the even-tempered, playful, dignified dog. The extroverted, vivacious, cocky dog is the Pomeranian. The sensitive, devoted dog is the Tibetan terrier.

5. To which other breed of dog is the Tibetan spaniel related?

Answer: Pekingese

The Tibetan spaniel is not a spaniel, but is referred to by that name because it is a "comforter dog." The Cavalier is a small, but true, spaniel, the Maltese is totally unrelated, and the Tibetan terrier is a different, unrelated breed from the same country. It is believed that the Tibetan spaniel was crossed with the pug to bring about the Pekingese.

6. What coat colors are acceptable in Tibetan Spaniels?

Answer: all colors

Tibetans come in a great array of colors. They often carry some black around the muzzle.

7. What was the original purpose of duty of the Tibetan spaniel?

Answer: a guard dog and bed warmer in the monasteries

The Tibetan spaniel not only guarded the monasteries and kept the monks' beds warm, it is also reputed to have turned the prayer wheels. The palace pet was the Shih Tzu, and the pug was taken to Holland on trading ships. The "sleeve dog" was the Pekingese.

8. During what Chinese dynasty were Tibetan spaniels brought to Europe?

Answer: Qing

The Ming and Qing dynasties are much later than the Han, and the Qichi is strictly fictitious.

9. Which is the most accurate breed description of the Tibetan spaniel's tail?

Answer: set on high, richly plumed, and carried curled over the back

The Tibetan has a rather magnificent tail, always carried over the back, and so richly plumed that it cascades over the dog's sides. True spaniels, such as the cocker, have low-set tails which are not carried over the back. The pug's tail is set on high and ideally carried in a double curl, but is not richly plumed.

10. Which is the most accurate description of a Tibetan spaniel's exercise requirements:

Answer: it needs a good daily walk, ideally about 30 minutes

Tibetans are not dogs for couch potatoes, despite their small size. They are energetic and quite sturdy, and love a good romp. However, because they are small, they should not be rough-housed by overly rambunctious children! They are not normally hyper around the house.

Source: Author oldblades

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