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Quiz about Can You Name the Dog Breed
Quiz about Can You Name the Dog Breed

Can You Name the Dog Breed? Trivia Quiz


How well do you know Dog Breeds?

A multiple-choice quiz by JBCizzle. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
JBCizzle
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
330,989
Updated
Oct 11 23
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
6605
Awards
Top 20% Quiz
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Question 1 of 10
1. This dog breed comes from Japan and is considered a separate breed from its American counterpart. They are in the 75-110 pound range (34-50 kilo for metric users) and are known as very intelligent and loyal dogs. It's one of the most ancient dog breeds and sadly, their fur was used for warmth during WWII. Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. This breed is very similar in appearance to the Siberian Husky, and was used throughout history for pulling supplies to villages. This type of dog aided Rear Admiral Richard Byrd to the South Pole, and the miners that went North for the Gold Rush of 1896. It is a medium to large sized dog that is generally black, white and gray. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. This dog breed comes from the Middle East and has a body structure similar to that of a Greyhound. This has earned this breed the nickname of "The Persian Greyhound". This breed is a very fast hunting dog. Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This hunting dog originated from Africa (specifically, the Democratic Republic of Congo) and is also referred to as the Congo Dog. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. This type of dog hails from the Canary Islands and was originally bred for working livestock. These dogs are typically on the larger side and are known for their dominant temperment. These dogs tend to have a gray/black coat and have been linked to many human fatalities. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. This Russian dog is referred to in Europe as a Bjelkier. They're typically white and fluffy and usually weigh 17-30 kilos (40-70 lbs). The tail of this breed is one of its most distinguishable features as it is carried curled over its back. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This dog is a member of the Greyhound family (from Russia and Belarus) and is also a member of the Sighthound family. These dogs have a silky coat that is often wavy/curly and generally do not bark often. These dogs are also very fast runners and vary in color. Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This dog is one of the most popular breeds because they generally do not bite and they socialize well with other dogs. These dogs are generally small in size and are typically white, brown/dark orange, and black. They are hunting dogs and known escape artists, and are one of the loudest dog breeds in terms of barking. Unfortunately, many of these characteristics are reasons why this breed is often used for animal testing. Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. This dog comes from Hungary and has an unusual long corded coat. This dog tends to be large and has the heaviest amount of fur in the canine world (20-27cm long). This breed is almost exclusively white. It is not common in the United States, but has been growing in population due to the desire to protect sheep and goats from predators such as coyotes, cougars, and bears. Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. This large dog comes from Southern Africa (not to be confused with South Africa). It was used (among other reasons) to hunt lions, and generally has short red wheaten fur. These dogs have a very distinct marking in their fur and are also known as African Lion Hounds. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This dog breed comes from Japan and is considered a separate breed from its American counterpart. They are in the 75-110 pound range (34-50 kilo for metric users) and are known as very intelligent and loyal dogs. It's one of the most ancient dog breeds and sadly, their fur was used for warmth during WWII.

Answer: Akita Inu

Some still consider the Japanese Akita and the American Akita to be the same breed of dog, but the FCI has declared them to be different breeds entirely. As a trivia note, the Akita Inu was used on stamps in Japan after WWII.
2. This breed is very similar in appearance to the Siberian Husky, and was used throughout history for pulling supplies to villages. This type of dog aided Rear Admiral Richard Byrd to the South Pole, and the miners that went North for the Gold Rush of 1896. It is a medium to large sized dog that is generally black, white and gray.

Answer: Alaskan Malamute

These dogs look a bit like wolves if you ask me, and have been used significantly throughout history. It is also one of the oldest breeds known to exist, and a bill has been passed to name the Malamute the state dog of Alaska.
3. This dog breed comes from the Middle East and has a body structure similar to that of a Greyhound. This has earned this breed the nickname of "The Persian Greyhound". This breed is a very fast hunting dog.

Answer: Saluki

The Salukis were very highly regarded in Egyptian times that they were often mummified as well. They typically worked together with falcons to locate the prey so that the Salukis could hunt it down.
4. This hunting dog originated from Africa (specifically, the Democratic Republic of Congo) and is also referred to as the Congo Dog.

Answer: Basenji

In the wild, the Basenji usually only has one mating season per year, which is unlike most dogs which have two breeding periods per year. In addition, the Basenji has an average lifespan that is slightly longer than that of the average dog. (13.6 years based on the UK Kennel Club Club Survey).
5. This type of dog hails from the Canary Islands and was originally bred for working livestock. These dogs are typically on the larger side and are known for their dominant temperment. These dogs tend to have a gray/black coat and have been linked to many human fatalities.

Answer: Perro de Presa Canario

These dogs are often desired for their brindle coating, which can be: Red, Brown, Fawn, Silver, or Reverse. It is worth noting that these dogs are not recommended for first time owners.
6. This Russian dog is referred to in Europe as a Bjelkier. They're typically white and fluffy and usually weigh 17-30 kilos (40-70 lbs). The tail of this breed is one of its most distinguishable features as it is carried curled over its back.

Answer: Samoyed

Samoyeds have a double layer coat which is often used for knitting and for making sweaters. Also, the lead dogs for Fridtjof Nansen's North Pole expedition were Samoyeds.
7. This dog is a member of the Greyhound family (from Russia and Belarus) and is also a member of the Sighthound family. These dogs have a silky coat that is often wavy/curly and generally do not bark often. These dogs are also very fast runners and vary in color.

Answer: Borzoi

Borzois are mentioned in the book "War and Peace" (and the film version), and in the film Onegin. The borzoi is also the symbol of the Alfred A. Knopf publishing house.
8. This dog is one of the most popular breeds because they generally do not bite and they socialize well with other dogs. These dogs are generally small in size and are typically white, brown/dark orange, and black. They are hunting dogs and known escape artists, and are one of the loudest dog breeds in terms of barking. Unfortunately, many of these characteristics are reasons why this breed is often used for animal testing.

Answer: Beagle

Beagles hunt for all types of animals, including Rabbits, Deer, Birds, Woodchucks, and occasionally they will go after cats. Snoopy from Peanuts was apparently a beagle as well.
9. This dog comes from Hungary and has an unusual long corded coat. This dog tends to be large and has the heaviest amount of fur in the canine world (20-27cm long). This breed is almost exclusively white. It is not common in the United States, but has been growing in population due to the desire to protect sheep and goats from predators such as coyotes, cougars, and bears.

Answer: Komondor

These dogs have very few hereditary health problems and are very high maintenance due to their grooming needs.
10. This large dog comes from Southern Africa (not to be confused with South Africa). It was used (among other reasons) to hunt lions, and generally has short red wheaten fur. These dogs have a very distinct marking in their fur and are also known as African Lion Hounds.

Answer: Rhodesian Ridgeback

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are very good guard dogs. They are easily distinguishable by their ridges, which are visible even at a distance, primarily because they appear to be a different shade and cover most of the dog's spine.
Source: Author JBCizzle

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