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1. What setters are recognized by the AKC?


Answer: English Setter, Gordon Setter, Irish Setter and Irish Red & White Setter

Interesting Information:
Up until 2008, only 3 setter breeds were recognized by the AKC. These were the Irish Setter, the English Setter, and the Gordon Setter. Now the Irish Red and White Setter has been added to the setter family. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Meet the Setters
 
Some incorrect choices:
Gordon Setter, Red Setter, Irish Setter, and English Setter, English Setter, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, English Setter and Irish Red & White Setter

2. The original process of breeding a Golden Retriever began in 1864 and ended with the dog that we know today in 1884, using several combinations of unique breeds. We thank Lord _________ for this marvelous creature.


Answer: Tweedmouth

Interesting Information:
Lord Tweedmouth was in need of a dog that could retrieve on land and in water, and had the ability to endure long, strenuous days. There was such a dog in the St. John's Water Dog but Tweedmouth always had a taste for yellow and red coloured dogs. So, he set off on a quest to create such a dog. He started breeding a yellow Tweed Water Spaniel and a Wavy Coat Retriever and the rest is history. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Golden World of Golden Retrievers

3. Where did the flat-coated retriever originate?


Answer: England

Interesting Information:
The flat-coated retriever was developed in the 1800s from a variety of gun dogs and herding breeds, including the Irish setter, the Newfoundland, the St. John's water dog, and the collie. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Fun With Flat-Coated Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Canada, United States, Norway

4. Whereabouts did the dog which became the Labrador originate?


Answer: Newfoundland

Interesting Information:
Despite its name, the Labrador was bred in Newfoundland. The name may have been given as Labrador is next to Newfoundland, and the Labrador retriever sometimes worked in its waters, which border part of Newfoundland. The Labrador, as we know it, was developed in England from dogs imported from Canada. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Lovable Labradors
 
Some incorrect choices:
Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Denmark

5. This retriever breed has been the most popular dog in the United States for well over a decade. Originally developed in Canada, the breed was refined in England and is now the top dog in field trials worldwide.


Answer: Labrador retriever

Interesting Information:
Labradors are hearty dogs. Good ones have an uncrushable working ethic and live to retrieve. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: The Retriever Breeds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Golden retriever, Flat-coated retriever, Curly-coated retriever

6. At what age does retriever field training usually commence?


Answer: As soon as you get your puppy (and maybe earlier!)

Interesting Information:
A well-bred retriever puppy will fetch and carry things as soon as he can walk. Seven or eight-week old puppies can do very short retrieves with appropriately-sized bumpers. They can also start learning basic obedience. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Basic Retriever Field Training
 
Some incorrect choices:
Six months, One year, As soon as the puppy is finished teething

7. What is not a typical colour for a Labrador retriever?


Answer: Golden

Interesting Information:
The most popular colour is black. In fact at one time both the chocolate and the yellow were culled as it was a general thought in hunting circles that black dogs made the better hunters. Yellow Labrador retrievers and Golden retrievers are often confused. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Yellow, Chocolate, Black

8. What is the weight range for a Labrador?


Answer: 60-75 pounds

Interesting Information:
The weight range for a male is 65-75 pounds. The female is a little smaller. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
90-100 pounds, 34-50 pounds, 40-50 pounds

9. In 1889, Lord Tweedmouth bred Nous ex. Queenie to produce the very first Golden Retrievers. Their names were:


Answer: Prim and Rose

Interesting Information:
Prim and Rose were the first 'Yellow Retrievers' bred by Lord Tweedmouth. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Zoe and Jack, Cowslip and Nous II, Tracer and Sampson

10. What trait is the flat-coated retriever best known for?


Answer: A tail that's always wagging

Interesting Information:
A very optimistic breed, flat-coated retrievers are tolerant and cheerful. They do have an excellent sense of smell, though not as fine-tuned as the bloodhound or some other breeds. Their appetite is no different from any other dog. And flat-coated retrievers are generally very peaceable with other animals, so the animal aggression option is not true at all! Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Fun With Flat-Coated Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
An incredible sense of smell, His aggression towards other animals, A huge appetite

11. Tollers were bred to look like what other animal?


Answer: The red fox

Interesting Information:
Legend has it that the red fox was the first toller. It is certain that ducks react more to dogs that at least somewhat resemble a fox. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
The coyote, The wolf, The dingo

12. What was the Labrador's original function?


Answer: To haul in fishing nets and retrieve fish fallen out of nets and off hooks

Interesting Information:
The original Labrador had to be eager to please, an excellent swimmer, have a dense, water proof coat and be the right size to haul in and out of two men fishing boats. These characteristics are still seen in today's Labradors making them excellent guide dogs, gundogs, police drug sniffing dogs, obedience champions and, most important of all, perfect family pets! Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Lovable Labradors
 
Some incorrect choices:
To sniff out drugs, To assist the blind, Retrieving waterfowl

13. During training, retrievers usually fetch cylinders made of canvas or rubber. What are these called?


Answer: Bumpers or dummies

Interesting Information:
Retrievers are never supposed to retrieve decoys- those are the fake ducks! Bumpers come in many sizes and colors, from tiny puppy dummies to goose-sized. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Basic Retriever Field Training
 
Some incorrect choices:
Decoys or dekes, Tubes or gear, Retrievers or fetchers

14. What is the temperament of the flat-coated retriever like?


Answer: Extremely active and intelligent, friendly to all people and animals

Interesting Information:
Flat-coats are the most energetic and active of all the retriever breeds, and require far more exercise than most people can provide. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Peter Pan of Dogs
 
Some incorrect choices:
A real couch potato, loves everybody, highly trainable, Likes nothing more than to please his master, standoffish to others, Not too bright, but very devoted and loyal

15. To people who purchase one for a family pet, what is usually regarded as the Labrador retriever's best feature?


Answer: Temperament.

Interesting Information:
Labs are loving, people oriented dogs. They are happiest when they are with people. They tend to be patient with children and like to bring things lying around the house. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Tail., Webbed Feet., Coat.

16. What kind of dog is a Labrador?


Answer: sporting

Interesting Information:
Most Labs are sporting dogs. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
sled, racing, herding

17. This English Golden Retriever won 41 Challenge Certificates, produced 26 title holders, and held the Alison Naim Stud Dog Progeny Cup for six years.


Answer: Ch. Camrose Cabus Christopher

From Quiz: Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Ch. Asterling's Buster Keaton, Ch. Gaineda Consolidator of Sansue, Ch. Laurell's Jiminy Crickett

18. Which AKC standard states that this setter has been termed by artists to be the most beautiful of all dogs?


Answer: Irish Setter standard

Interesting Information:
Yes, right in the AKC standard for the Irish Setter, it states that artists have termed the Irish Setter the most beautiful of all dogs.

The love of my life is the Irish Setter. Named the most beautiful of all dogs, they are also an intelligent and mischievous breed. You need a good sense of humor to have Irish Setters. And, if you've never seen an Irish Setter in a full flying trot, you haven't lived. Ok, I'm a little biased. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Meet the Setters
 
Some incorrect choices:
Gordon Setter standard, English Setter standard, Irish Red & White Setter standard

19. Labradors are great hunting dogs, but what are their "sleeping accommodations" of choice?


Answer: In your home, in your bed if at all possible.

Interesting Information:
While Labradors are capable of handling many different "sleeping accommodations", their favorite is to be indoors, and many love sleeping with their owners if allowed. If left outside, in the kennel, or in the truck, they often bark for attention and out of boredom. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers - the Number One Dogs
 
Some incorrect choices:
Out in the chain link kennel enjoying the fresh air., Tied out on a chain to give the impression of freedom., In your truck, after all, when you hunt, isn't that where you sleep?

20. How might you describe the flat-coated retriever's temperament in a few words?


Answer: Friendly, playful, submissive, and gentle

Interesting Information:
The flat-coated retriever is very much all of these things. Their submissiveness should not be likened to being timid, in the contrary, they are known for being confident and happy. Though exuberant in play, they can easily be taught to be gentle with even young children. These traits generally come naturally, however, socialization is always highly recommended with any breed. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: Fun With Flat-Coated Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Dominant, boisterous, rough, but playful, Serious, protective, and devoted, Dignified, calm, courageous, and reserved

21. What unusual feature do Tollers have that other breeds of retriever do not have?


Answer: A shrill, loud, whining bark

Interesting Information:
Known as "the Toller scream," this racket is produced by many of the breed when confronted with anything that they find exciting. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Doubly-webbed feet, A waterproof coat, An extra dewclaw

22. Which breed was used in the development of the Gordon setter?


Answer: Bloodhound

Interesting Information:
The bloodhound was among various breeds used in the development of the Gordon. Collies were also used as were the other UK setter breeds. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Gordon Setters
 
Some incorrect choices:
Saint Bernard, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Basset Hound

23. Once the darling of both gamekeepers and the English aristocracy, this handsome breed is now quite rare. However, it is as versatile as ever- no other sporting breed comes close to it in the number of titles earned per dog.


Answer: Flat-coated retriever

Interesting Information:
Among other things, flat-coats excel at obedience, agility, flyball and hunt tests. Across all dog breeds, only border collies and Belgian Tervurens earn more titles per dog. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Retriever Breeds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever, Golden retriever, Labrador retriever

24. What is the process called by which a retriever sees something land on the ground and remembers where it fell?


Answer: Marking

Interesting Information:
A well-trained retriever can mark the fall of a bird 150-200 yards away, and remember 4 or 5 such falls! Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Basic Retriever Field Training
 
Some incorrect choices:
Spotting, Sighting, Fixing

25. What kind of coat does a Labrador have?


Answer: short, dense coat

Interesting Information:
Labs have a short, exceedingly dense coat that is very smooth. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
long coat, shaggy coat, curly coat

26. By the AKC Standard, Goldens should be this high at the withers:


Answer: 23-24 inches (male) 21 and a half inches- 22 and a half inches (female)

Interesting Information:
Goldens must be 23-24 inches (male) and 21 and a half - 22 and a half inches (female). Any deviation in height an inch under or above the standard is a disqualification. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
20-22 inches (male and female), 25-27 inches (male) 24-25 inches (female), 12-16 inches (male and female)

27. What is NOT a common problem in golden retrievers?


Answer: Aggression

Interesting Information:
In general, goldens are more friendly than aggressive. But they can develop serious chronic health problems if they are poorly bred. Difficulty: Average.

From Quiz: Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Blindness, Hip dysplasia, Hypothyroidism

28. A puppy's coat is almost always lighter than what it will eventually be as an adult dog. Which part of the Golden puppy's coat resembles the resultant colour of the adult coat?


Answer: Ears

Interesting Information:
Theoretically, the colour of a Golden puppy's ears will be the eventual colour of the adult Golden. Breeders use this method when determining what the puppy will look like as an adult, if the prospective buyer desires a certain colour. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: The Golden World of Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Paws, Tail, Neck

29. The best reason for getting a Lab is:


Answer: Because you are prepared and have done your homework and have determined this is the best breed for you.

Interesting Information:
While it's true that Labs do love children it is not the best reason for getting a lab. It is imperative you do your homework on what you are purchasing before you bring the bundle of joy home. In addition, Labs are very intelligent and learn quickly, but they require a great deal of training to become the "gentlemen/gentle-ladies" they can be. As for shedding, Labs are one of the biggest shedders in the dog world. They do not do well in homes where there is a concern about dog hair. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers - the Number One Dogs
 
Some incorrect choices:
Because you know they love kids and you have 4 children., Because you heard they don't need training., Because you heard they don't shed very often.

30. How might you describe the flat-coated retriever's activity level?


Answer: Very active, needs lots of daily exercise

Interesting Information:
Some sources refer to the flat-coated retriever as the most active of all the retrievers. Therefore, they need plenty of daily exercise, and can be easily bored. If they don't meet up to their daily exercise needs, they may become hyper and destructive. However, it doesn't have to be a stressful issue. Flat-coated retrievers are great dogs to have fun with, as the title of the quiz implies. They love to swim by nature, and love hunting with you (by retrieving fallen birds). Fetch comes practically naturally, and they can also make excellent jogging companions. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Fun With Flat-Coated Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Rather inactive, needs minimal exercise, Considered the most active breed, but doesn't need much exercise, Between low and moderate, they'll take a fair amount

31. What does a Toller look like?


Answer: Coat is light to dark red and medium-length, usually has at least some white markings on feet, chest, tip of tail and/or face

Interesting Information:
The Toller is supposed to resemble a fox, and the white tail-tip is certainly foxlike,. The other white spots may not be foxlike, but are desirable. However, white anywhere but the feet, chest, tip of tail or face are not allowed on dogs in the show ring. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Coat is light to dark red and medium-length with randomly-distributed white patches all over the body, Coat is light to dark red and long, with no white allowed anywhere on the dog, Coat is light to dark blond and long, with black markings on face, ears and legs

32. What color were the very first Labrador retrievers?


Answer: Black and white

Interesting Information:
Interestingly enough, the very first Labs were black with white stars on their chests and white socks or dots on their paws. Today, solid colors are preferred but a white spot on the chest is permissible. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Lovable Labradors
 
Some incorrect choices:
Black, Yellow, chocolate

33. Whereabouts in Scotland was the breed's standard started?


Answer: Banffshire

Interesting Information:
Banffshire was the ancestral seat of the fourth Duke of Richmond and Gordon, the man responsible for refining and standardising the breed. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Gordon Setters
 
Some incorrect choices:
Aviemore, Glasgow, Dundee

34. This rare beauty is popular in New Zealand. People may mistake it for some kind of poodle, but it's a true retriever through and through.


Answer: Curly-coated retriever

Interesting Information:
Curlies have a tight curled coat. They do shed, however. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: The Retriever Breeds
 
Some incorrect choices:
Golden retriever, Flat-coated retriever, Chesapeake Bay retriever

35. Retrievers can be trained to be guided, through whistles and hand signals, to objects that they did not see fall. What are such retrieves called?


Answer: Blind retrieves

Interesting Information:
They are "blind" because the retriever did not see the bird fall. Only the handler knows where it is. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Basic Retriever Field Training
 
Some incorrect choices:
Directed retrieves, Guided retrieves, Assisted retrieves

36. Where did labs originate from?


Answer: Newfoundland

Interesting Information:
They originated from Newfoundland, Canada, and were imported into England in the early 19th century. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Labrador Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
England, Switzerland, America

37. What is the average weight of Goldens, according to the breed standard?


Answer: 65 to 75 lbs (male) 55-65 lbs (female)

Interesting Information:
The average Golden male should be 65-75 lbs (male) and 55-65 lbs (female). Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Golden Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
males and females 45- 55 lbs, 95-105 lbs (male) 75-95 lbs (female), 50-60 lbs (male) 40-50 lbs (female)

38. Why are they called setters?


Answer: They set on point.

Interesting Information:
All setters are pointers, but the setter points by setting on point. If you've ever seen a setter on point, you will see them bring their body and head down in a line. Almost a slight crouch. My own Irish setter will point almost anything that flies. I'll come into the kitchen to find a setter pointing a fly. I try not to laugh. Difficulty: Easy.

From Quiz: Meet the Setters
 
Some incorrect choices:
They set the table., They set down quickly., They set a good example.

39. What is the flat-coated retriever's trainability like?


Answer: Enjoys learning if they see a point to it

Interesting Information:
Flat-coated retrievers are intelligent and willing to please, though most will also exhibit a streak of willfulness at times. They are also easily bored because of their somewhat short attention span. It's best to keep training sessions short and fun, without excessive repetition. So while training isn't difficult in this breed, they're not quite as receptive to it as the golden and Labrador retriever. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Fun With Flat-Coated Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Difficult to train, very hard-headed, Fast to learn, but not likely to be obedient, Eager to please and very obedient

40. What Dutch breed is similar to the Toller in looks and function, and may possibly be an ancestor?


Answer: Kooikerhondje

Interesting Information:
All of these are Dutch breeds. The Kooikerhondje (Kooiker for short) resembles a Toller but is smaller and has much more white. It tolls ducks into complicated traps, and is still used today to lure ducks into traps for banding. The Schipperke is a small, tailless black barge dog, the Smoushound is a shaggy breed used solely as a companion, and the Broholmer is a type of mastiff. Difficulty: Hard.

From Quiz: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers
 
Some incorrect choices:
Dutch Smoushound, Schipperke, Danish Broholmer
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