Pit Bull Terrier
species
This dog group was used for hunting.
Sporting
Toy
Terrier
Sporting
Germany
What percent of US homes have a dog?
76%
54%
85%
54%
Standard Poodle
domesticate
The group contains dog breeds that were bred to control livestock (sheep/cows)
Toy Group
Herding Group
Terrier Group
Herding Group
China
How many different dog breeds are there?
100
150
1,000
150
Rottweiler
wolves
This group of dogs was first bred to dig underground to kill rats and vermin.
Toy Group
Terrier Group
Working Group
France
How many dogs are adopted from a shelter every year?
4.1 million
1.2 million
200,000
4.1 million
Yorkshire Terrier
selective breeding
This group of dogs were bred to chase fast prey like rabbits, foxes, and antelope
Herding Group
Toy Group
Hound Group
Germany
Do more people own cats or dogs in the US?
Cats: 79 million
Dogs: 108 million
Great Dane
artificial selection
What dog breed group is this dog in?
Toy Group
United States
What is the most commonly owned dog breed in the United States?
Labrador Retriever