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Dog Breeds Quiz: Golden Retrievers | 10 Questions

In honor of my dog's second birthday, I'm creating this quiz in honor of her breed - the wonderful Golden Retriever. Happy birthday, Zia!

A multiple-choice quiz by ziamarta. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
ziamarta

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
1,632

Updated
May 12 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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8371

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Question 1 of 10

1. The Golden Retriever breed was developed in the 19th century. Which of these dogs was it NOT bred from? Hint

Wavy-coated Retriever

Bloodhound

Russian circus dog

Irish Setter

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Question 2 of 10

2. Goldens are bred for various reasons. Which of these is it NOT bred for? Hint

Pointing

Companionship

Duck hunting

Guide dog

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is NOT a common problem in golden retrievers? Hint

Hypothyroidism

Blindness

Aggression

Hip dysplasia

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Question 4 of 10

4. When choosing a golden retriever puppy, you should ask for health screening on both parents. Which is NOT a screening for goldens? Hint

AGRS

CERF

OFA

SAS

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which is NOT a good environment for golden retrievers to live in? Hint

Household with other pets

Family environment

People are gone a lot

Household with disabled

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which does NOT describe a golden retriever's coat? Hint

Double-coated

Water-repellent

Wavy fur

Single-coated

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Question 7 of 10

7. In 1999, the golden retriever was the ______ most popular breed in America. Hint

third

second

fourth

first

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which of these things do many golden retrievers love to do? Hint

All of them

Roll in cow manure

Eat cat feces

Chew your shoes

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which of the following BEST describes a typical, healthy golden retriever personality? Hint

Serious and protective

Calm and lethargic

Nervous and fearful

Playful and mischievous

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Question 10 of 10

10. There are many Golden Retriever Rescue Clubs. What is a common reason for people giving up their golden retrievers? Hint

Health problems

Chews everything

Need too much attention

All of these

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The Golden Retriever breed was developed in the 19th century. Which of these dogs was it NOT bred from?

Answer: Russian circus dog

There was a long-standing rumor that goldens were descended from golden Russian circus dogs. This has been proved to be false.

2. Goldens are bred for various reasons. Which of these is it NOT bred for?

Answer: Pointing

With their soft mouths and love of swimming, goldens are natural duck hunters.

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

Answer: Aggression

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

4. When choosing a golden retriever puppy, you should ask for health screening on both parents. Which is NOT a screening for goldens?

Answer: AGRS

A puppy with certified parents (or better yet, certified grandparents and great-grandparents) is not guaranteed disease-free. But there is less likelihood that it will develop a genetic disorder.

5. Which is NOT a good environment for golden retrievers to live in?

Answer: People are gone a lot

Goldens HATE being alone!

6. Which does NOT describe a golden retriever's coat?

Answer: Single-coated

They have two coats and shed A LOT! They need to be groomed at least once a week, if not once a day.

7. In 1999, the golden retriever was the ______ most popular breed in America.

Answer: second

The Labrador Retriever rated 1st, the German Shepherd 3rd, and the Dachshund 4th. Labradors generally perform better in field trials than goldens.

8. Which of these things do many golden retrievers love to do?

Answer: All of them

Sometimes the little darlings are just so irresistible!

9. Which of the following BEST describes a typical, healthy golden retriever personality?

Answer: Playful and mischievous

Playful, and terrible guard dogs! Everyone is their friend!

10. There are many Golden Retriever Rescue Clubs. What is a common reason for people giving up their golden retrievers?

Answer: All of these

Bored dogs often become mischievous and destroy things. And health problems can get expensive - I know! I'm on my second golden. But they're worth every penny if you can afford it.

Source: Author ziamarta

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