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Quiz about Relatively Rare Herding Breeds
Quiz about Relatively Rare Herding Breeds

Relatively Rare Herding Breeds Quiz


We all know about the Border Collie, Shetland Sheepdog, and Collie, but what about those lesser known herding dog breeds? I will give a description and you choose the breed that it matches.

A multiple-choice quiz by GioSheltie. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
GioSheltie
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
255,661
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Very Difficult
Avg Score
4 / 10
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2888
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Question 1 of 10
1. Originating in Belgium, this curly coated breed belongs to a family of four similar breeds. Roughly the size of a German Shepherd Dog, this breed was originally bred as a livestock herder and guardian. Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Formed from the mating of a Collie from northern England and a local black and tan female, this breed is still a popular livestock herder in Australia, its country of origin. Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Easily recognizable by its long haired, curled fringe-like ears, this breed originated in Hungary in the 1800's as a livestock herder. Not only does it serve as a herder, but also functions as a farm guardian and efficient ratter. Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. This breed comes in a smooth-haired and a long-haired variety. Also known as a Labrit, this breed originated in France in the 1700's as a sheep herder and guardian. Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Comparable physically to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, this breed found its origins in Sweden. Often still used for its original purpose, this breed functions as a multipurpose drover, watchdog and ratter. Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. A need for a vocal dog, capable of driving sheep from a distance with its voice as opposed to the common silent herders, spurred the selective breeding that resulted in this breed. Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. This breed takes on the appearance of a livestock guardian, but is a capable sheep herder as well. Finding its origins in Macedonia in the middle ages, this breed wasn't officially recognized until 1930. Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. This breed comes in three coat varieties: short-haired, wire-haired, and long-haired. Also known as the Hollandse Herdershond, this breed found its origins in The Netherlands in the 1800's as a livestock herder. Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Coming in a variety of colors, this breed with a densely wavy coat was originally used in Hungary to guard flocks, herd sheep, and hunt boar. Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Tracing its origins back to antiquity, this breed is thought to descend from warrior Mastiff-type dogs left in Switzerland by passing Roman legions about 2000 years ago. Though its tri-colored markings are common among breeds of Switzerland, this breed is set apart by its tightly curled tail. Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Originating in Belgium, this curly coated breed belongs to a family of four similar breeds. Roughly the size of a German Shepherd Dog, this breed was originally bred as a livestock herder and guardian.

Answer: Laekenois

The Laekenois is the rarest of the Belgian Shepherds. It is distinguished by its rough shaggy coat, as compared to the long flowing coats of the Belgian Sheepdog and Tervueren, or the short harsh coat of the Malinois. The Laekenois was named after the Chateau de Laeken, a residence favored by Queen Henrietta of Belgium.
2. Formed from the mating of a Collie from northern England and a local black and tan female, this breed is still a popular livestock herder in Australia, its country of origin.

Answer: Australian Kelpie

Though there are rumors that the Australian Kelpie has Dingo blood, very accurate breed records show that it was formed from the mating of a Collie from northern England and a local black and tan female. The female was named Kelpie, hence the breed name.
3. Easily recognizable by its long haired, curled fringe-like ears, this breed originated in Hungary in the 1800's as a livestock herder. Not only does it serve as a herder, but also functions as a farm guardian and efficient ratter.

Answer: Pumi

The Pumi breed was created by the mating of a corded Puli with a German spitz and was recognized as a distinct breed in the 1920's.
4. This breed comes in a smooth-haired and a long-haired variety. Also known as a Labrit, this breed originated in France in the 1700's as a sheep herder and guardian.

Answer: Pyrenean Sheepdog

The Pyrenean Sheepdog finds its origins in the French district between Lourdes and Gavarnie. It was originally used in tandem with the Great Pyrenees, herding the flocks of sheep, while the Great Pyrenees stood guard.
5. Comparable physically to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, this breed found its origins in Sweden. Often still used for its original purpose, this breed functions as a multipurpose drover, watchdog and ratter.

Answer: Swedish Vallhund

The Swedish Vallhund is believed to originate from the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, brought back to Sweden with Vikings after having settled in Pembrokeshire Wales.
6. A need for a vocal dog, capable of driving sheep from a distance with its voice as opposed to the common silent herders, spurred the selective breeding that resulted in this breed.

Answer: New Zealand Huntaway

The New Zealand Huntaway, also known as the New Zealand Sheepdog, is still extensively used as a sheep herder and in field trials.
7. This breed takes on the appearance of a livestock guardian, but is a capable sheep herder as well. Finding its origins in Macedonia in the middle ages, this breed wasn't officially recognized until 1930.

Answer: Illyrian Sheepdog

The Illyrian Sheepdog is a heavy built dog, ranging in weight upwards of 80 pounds. Alternative names include Sarplanina and Charplaninatz.
8. This breed comes in three coat varieties: short-haired, wire-haired, and long-haired. Also known as the Hollandse Herdershond, this breed found its origins in The Netherlands in the 1800's as a livestock herder.

Answer: Dutch Shepherd Dog

Noticeable in its facial expressions, The Dutch Shepherd Dog shares its origins with the Belgian Shepherds and German Shepherd Dog.
9. Coming in a variety of colors, this breed with a densely wavy coat was originally used in Hungary to guard flocks, herd sheep, and hunt boar.

Answer: Mudi

The Mudi, Puli, and Pumi all originated from the same group of Hungarian flock dogs. They were separated into individual breeds in the 1930's.
10. Tracing its origins back to antiquity, this breed is thought to descend from warrior Mastiff-type dogs left in Switzerland by passing Roman legions about 2000 years ago. Though its tri-colored markings are common among breeds of Switzerland, this breed is set apart by its tightly curled tail.

Answer: Appenzeller Sennenhund

The Appenzeller Sennenhund is a multipurpose dog. It is an excellent herder of sheep, cattle, or goats, and is also a robust draft dog used for pulling carts.
Source: Author GioSheltie

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