Dog Breeds
Which breed is known for its long body and short legs?
A. German Shepherd
B. Dachshund
C. Poodle
D. Husky
B. Dachshund (or Wiener Dog! What our friend Cece is!)
What should you say to tell a dog to put its bottom on the ground?
A. Stay
B. Come
C. Sit
D. Roll
C. Sit
Which sense is especially powerful in dogs?
A. Taste
B. Touch
C. Smell
D. Colour vision
C. Smell
What should a dog always have access to?
A. TV
B. Grass
C. Fresh water
D. A fire hydrant
C. Fresh water
What breed is Scooby-Doo?
A. Labrador Retriever
B. Great Dane mix
C. Great Dane
D. Saint Bernard
C. Great Dane
Which breed is famous for being a popular guide dog?
A. Chihuahua
B. Labrador Retriever
C. Pug
D. Shih Tzu
B. Labrador Retriever
What is it called when you reward a dog for good behaviour?
A. Negative training
B. Positive reinforcement
C. Puppy punishment
D. Quiet correction
B. Positive reinforcement
Dogs sweat mainly through which part of their bodies?
A. Their ears
B. Their tails
C. Their paw pads
D. Their noses
C. Their paw pads
Which food is dangerous for dogs to eat?
A. Carrots
B. Plain chicken
C. Chocolate
D. Blueberries
C. Chocolate
Fun fact!The amount of chocolate that is toxic to a dog depends on the dog's weight and the type of chocolate. Darker and more bitter chocolates contain higher levels of the toxic stimulant theobromine, meaning a dog needs to eat much less of them to get sick.
What is the name of the famous cartoon dog owned by Charlie Brown?
A. Pluto
B. Odie
C. Snoopy
D. Clifford
C. Snoopy
Which breed is known for its blue or multi-coloured eyes and was originally bred to pull sleds?
A. Beagle
B. Golden Retriever
C. Siberian Husky
D. Boxer
C. Siberian Husky (Like Maggie's dog named Max!)
Which of these is a good reward for a dog during training?
A. A scolding
B. Ignoring them
C. A treat or praise
D. Taking away their toys
C. A treat or praise
What does a dog usually do when it is very happy and excited?
A. Turns purple
B. Starts singing
C. Wags its tail
D. Falls asleep immediately
C. Wags its tail
Why should dogs get regular exercise?
A. To make them taller
B. To change their fur colour
C. To help keep them healthy and happy
D. So they never need to sleep
C. To help keep them healthy and happy - just like us!
Which movie features a dog named Toto who accompanies Dorothy on her adventures?
A. 101 Dalmatians
B. Lady and the Tramp
C. The Wizard of Oz
D. Beethoven
C. The Wizard of Oz
What does the word “Schnauzer” refer to in German?
A. A happy dog
B. A snout or moustache
C. A fast runner
D. A small wolf
B. A snout or moustache
What command tells a dog to remain in one place?
A. Heel
B. Come
C. Fetch
D. Stay
D. Stay
A human's fingerprint is unique—just like a dog’s what?
A. Hair colour
B. Nose print
C. Eye colour
D. Foot size
B. Nose print
How often should most dogs have a veterinary checkup?
A. Never
B. Every 10 years
C. Regularly, often about once a year or as recommended by their veterinarian
D. Only when it is their birthday
C. Regularly, often about once a year or as recommended by their veterinarian
How many Dalmatians are featured in the title of the famous Disney movie?
A. 99
B. 100
C. 101
D. 102
C. 101 - although the second movie is called 102 Dalmatians
What is the smallest dog breed in the world?
A. Chihuahua
B. Pomeranian
C. Maltese
D. Pug
A. Chihuahua
Why is it important to socialize puppies?
A. So they learn to bark louder
B. So they become afraid of strangers
C. So they can become comfortable around different people, animals, and environments
D. So they never need training
C. So they can become comfortable around different people, animals, and environments
What breed of dog was Queen Elizabeth II famously known for owning and loving?
A. Beagle
B. Corgi
C. Poodle
D. Dachshund
B. Corgi - Pembroke Welsh Corgi to be exact.
There are two types of corgis - Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
What should you do if you think your dog has eaten something poisonous?
A. Wait a week to see what happens
B. Give them a random medication
C. Make them run around
D. Contact a veterinarian or animal poison service right away
D. Contact a veterinarian or animal poison service right away
What kind of dog is Benji best known as?
A. A purebred Poodle
B. A mixed-breed dog
C. A German Shepherd
D. A Dalmatian
B. A mixed-breed dog - a mutt