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