How to Identify and Classify Dogs
  • 1. Which of the following is NOT a primary characteristic used to classify dog breeds?
A) Coat type
B) Size
C) Dietary preferences
D) Temperament
  • 2. What does 'AKC' stand for?
A) All Kinds of Canines
B) Associated Kennel Council
C) American Canine Kingdom
D) American Kennel Club
  • 3. Which AKC group is known for hunting birds and other game?
A) Toy Group
B) Sporting Group
C) Working Group
D) Herding Group
  • 4. A dog with a short, smooth coat and a muscular build is most likely which breed?
A) Shih Tzu
B) Poodle
C) Boxer
D) Collie
  • 5. Which of these breeds is known for its distinctive 'lion's mane' of fur?
A) Samoyed
B) Great Pyrenees
C) Chow Chow
D) Pomeranian
  • 6. What is brachycephalic referring to?
A) Curly-tailed
B) Short-nosed
C) Long-legged
D) Wrinkle-faced
  • 7. Which breed is known for its spotted coat?
A) Cocker Spaniel
B) Dalmatian
C) Greyhound
D) Beagle
  • 8. What is the purpose of the double coat found in many breeds?
A) Increased speed
B) Camouflage
C) Insulation
D) Attracting mates
  • 9. Which group typically includes dogs bred for guarding property?
A) Toy Group
B) Working Group
C) Hound Group
D) Sporting Group
  • 10. Which of these is a herding breed?
A) Border Collie
B) Dachshund
C) Pug
D) Bulldog
  • 11. What type of ears does a Basset Hound typically have?
A) Long and Drooping
B) Rose ears
C) Short and Pricked
D) Semi-pricked
  • 12. Which characteristic is most associated with Terrier breeds?
A) Low exercise requirements
B) Calm and docile nature
C) High energy and prey drive
D) Water retrieving ability
  • 13. A dog with webbed feet is likely bred for what purpose?
A) Climbing
B) Digging
C) Running
D) Swimming
  • 14. Which of the following is a scent hound?
A) Bloodhound
B) Whippet
C) Irish Wolfhound
D) Greyhound
  • 15. What is a key characteristic of Toy breeds?
A) Protective instincts
B) Small size
C) High endurance
D) Thick fur
  • 16. Which breed is known for its wrinkled face and pushed-in nose?
A) German Shepherd
B) Doberman
C) Pug
D) Beagle
  • 17. What does 'docking' refer to in dog terminology?
A) Nail trimming
B) Fur trimming
C) Tail shortening
D) Ear cropping
  • 18. Which breed is known for its intelligence and use as a police dog?
A) Poodle
B) German Shepherd
C) Golden Retriever
D) Labrador Retriever
  • 19. What is the typical lifespan of a large breed dog compared to a small breed dog?
A) Depends on the individual
B) Longer
C) Shorter
D) About the same
  • 20. Which of the following is a hypoallergenic dog breed?
A) Labrador Retriever
B) Poodle
C) German Shepherd
D) Golden Retriever
  • 21. What is the purpose of dewclaws on a dog?
A) For balance
B) Purely cosmetic
C) For digging
D) Varies by breed, sometimes for grip
  • 22. Which of these dogs is known for its exceptional swimming abilities?
A) Newfoundland
B) Yorkshire Terrier
C) Chihuahua
D) Pug
  • 23. What is the difference between a 'hound' and a 'terrier'?
A) Hounds are used for herding, Terriers for guarding.
B) Hounds are small, Terriers are large.
C) Hounds hunt by scent or sight, Terriers hunt vermin.
D) Hounds are always short-haired, Terriers are always long-haired.
  • 24. What does 'gait' refer to when describing a dog?
A) The shape of a dog's head
B) The way a dog moves
C) The color of a dog's eyes
D) The length of a dog's coat
  • 25. Which of the following is a sighthound?
A) Beagle
B) Greyhound
C) Basset Hound
D) Bloodhound
  • 26. What is a 'mutt'?
A) A very small dog
B) A purebred dog
C) A mixed-breed dog
D) A very old dog
  • 27. What is the primary function of a livestock guardian dog?
A) Hunting livestock
B) Guarding property
C) Protecting livestock from predators
D) Herding livestock
  • 28. Which AKC group contains the oldest breeds of domesticated dogs?
A) Working Group
B) Sporting Group
C) Hound Group
D) Toy Group
  • 29. What is the purpose of a dog's whiskers (vibrissae)?
A) Providing balance
B) Keeping water out of their eyes
C) Sensory perception
D) Attracting mates
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