Wildlife Conservation
Shelter Myths & Facts
Pet Ownership
Famous Animals
Animal Superpowers
100

Habitat loss is mostly caused by this human activity

Deforestation/Development

100

True or False: Most dogs in shelters are mixed breeds

True

100

True or False: Trimming your cats nails is no different than declawing

False

100

This famous cartoon mouse is the mascot of Disney

Mickey Mouse

100

This animal can change its color to blend into its surroundings

Chameleon

200

This term refers to protecting species in their natural environments rather than in zoos

in-situ conservation

200

A significant portion of animals enter shelters each year due to this reason

Owners surrendering their pets

200

True or False: A dog's nose print is unique like a human fingerprint

True

200

This internet-famous orange cat hates Mondays and loves lasagna.

Garfield

200

Bats use this ability to "see" using sound

Echolocation

300

This large marine mammal was once hunted nearly to extinction for its blubber

The whale

300

This myth is a common misconception of why animals are in shelters

The animals are seen as "damaged" or "aggressive"

300

This procedure helps control pet overpopulation and can improve health outcomes

Spaying & Neutering

300

This animated fish sparked widespread concern about keeping wild fish as pets.

Nemo

300

This animal can sleep standing up and run shortly after birth

Horse

400

The percentage of decline in wildlife populations since 1970 (Closest answer wins)

73% of wildlife populations have declined from 1970 to 2020.

400

This factor is a strong predictor of how animal behavior turns out (Two correct answers, try to just get one!)

Environment & Training

400

This term describes providing pets with mental stimulation, social interaction, and comfort

Enrichment

400

This movie is about a dog that believed his super bark was real, and went on a mission to save a girl named Penny

Bolt

400

An octopus can escape predators using this special defense

Releasing ink
500

In October of 2025, this ocean-dwelling species was reclassified from 'Endangered' to 'Least Concern'

Sea turtles!

500

This program allows animals to leave the shelter temporarily, improving their adoption outcomes

Foster care
500

True or False: Pet insurance typically covers preventative care like vaccines, exams, and dental cleanings

False

500

This real-life gorilla learned sign language and became famous worldwide

Koko

500

This tiny insect can lift many times its own body weight

An ant

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