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Quiz about Questions about Sharpei
Quiz about Questions about Sharpei

Questions about Shar-pei Trivia Quiz


Some little known facts about Shar-pei.

A multiple-choice quiz by Cee. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
Cee
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
37,458
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Tough
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
2760
Last 3 plays: Guest 98 (5/10), Guest 66 (2/10), Guest 176 (5/10).
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1. Shar-pei are thought to be related to the chow chow but, because of appearance what other breed are they also related to? Hint


2. In 1978 what record did the shar-pei hold in 'The Guiness Book of World Records'? Hint


3. Shar-pei can adapt easily to new owners.


4. Shar-pei frequently bark for no reason.


5. Shar-pei are happiest when sleeping and being lazy.


6. In the past what type of dog were they considered? Hint


7. They are also known as sharkskin dogs.


8. What year were they accepted by the AKC in the nonsporting group? Hint


9. Their muzzle is one of their distinctive characteristics because _________ Hint


10. Until 1989 Hong Kong Kennel Club did not accept the shar-pei because they claimed why? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Shar-pei are thought to be related to the chow chow but, because of appearance what other breed are they also related to?

Answer: Mastiffs

The structure of the shar-pei head is the reason for the belief of heritage.
2. In 1978 what record did the shar-pei hold in 'The Guiness Book of World Records'?

Answer: rarest dog in the world

The result of the record was a success. Not many people had heard of the breed before then. Now they are well known.
3. Shar-pei can adapt easily to new owners.

Answer: False

The shar-pei are very loyal dogs. They often refuse to extend to others and can be aggressive.
4. Shar-pei frequently bark for no reason.

Answer: False

They usually only bark when threatened. They do not overreact.
5. Shar-pei are happiest when sleeping and being lazy.

Answer: False

They like to be useful.
6. In the past what type of dog were they considered?

Answer: fighting

7. They are also known as sharkskin dogs.

Answer: True

8. What year were they accepted by the AKC in the nonsporting group?

Answer: 1992

9. Their muzzle is one of their distinctive characteristics because _________

Answer: it is heavily padded

It has been called hippopotamus nose.
10. Until 1989 Hong Kong Kennel Club did not accept the shar-pei because they claimed why?

Answer: no purebreds left

Because of supply and demand the owners interbred which caused inheritable problems.
Source: Author Cee

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