Think you can tell the difference between a Labrador and a Golden Retriever just by a glance? This trivia quiz tests your skills in identifying dog breeds and understanding the specific terminology used by canine enthusiasts. Learn the defining features and special terms that describe each breed.
Whether you’re preparing to adopt a new furry friend or just want to impress your friends with your puppy expertise, understanding dog breed terminology could be your secret weapon. The questions are designed to dig deep into your knowledge about various breeds and their defining features, allowing you to spot a breed at a glance with confidence.
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Which German breed gets its name from the man who created them?
Doberman Pinscher
Doberman Pinscher
Schnauzer
Schnauzer
Yorkie-Poo
Yorkie-Poo
Shepherd Mix
Shepherd Mix
How many dogs are there alleged to be in the world?
18 million
18 million
400 million
400 million
2 billion
2 billion
23 million
23 million
Which dog is distinctive by its long, silky coat?
Jackahuahua
Jackahuahua
Affenpinscher
Affenpinscher
Jackadoodle
Jackadoodle
Afghan Hound
Afghan Hound
Which dog breeds name is French for butterfly?
Papillon
Papillon
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Schnauzer
King Charles Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
English Bulldog
English Bulldog
Complete the film title; Beverley Hills ….. ?
Chihuahua
Chihuahua
Yorkie-Poo
Yorkie-Poo
Dachshund
Dachshund
Shihtzu
Shihtzu
What was the breed of the smallest dog on record at 2.5′ tall?
Chihuahua
Chihuahua
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Pitbull
Pitbull
Border Collie
Border Collie
What is the smaller relative of the Doberman?
Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
Bichon Frise
Bichon Frise
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Pinscher
Poodle
Poodle
Which animal was the first domesticated pet?
Cat
Cat
Dog
Dog
Rabbit
Rabbit
Parrot
Parrot
What was in the barrels around a St Bernard’s neck?
Vodka
Vodka
Whiskey
Whiskey
Gin
Gin
Brandy
Brandy
The Bedlington Terrier gets its name from a town in which county?
Teeside
Teeside
Northumberland
Northumberland
Wearside
Wearside
North Tyneside
North Tyneside
Which breed is a ball of fluff with a curly tail?
Dachshund
Dachshund
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
German Shepherd
German Shepherd
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
The official name for a Westie is what?
Great Dane
Great Dane
Toy Poodle
Toy Poodle
West Highland Terrier
West Highland Terrier
Basset Hound
Basset Hound
Which dog shares its name with a Scottish island group?
Papillon
Papillon
Rat Terrier
Rat Terrier
Shetland Sheepdog
Shetland Sheepdog
American Bulldog
American Bulldog
Which breed has the shortest lifespan?
Dogue de Bordeax
Dogue de Bordeax
St Bernard
St Bernard
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Great Dane
Great Dane
The smallest of this breed is known as a what?
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Poodle
Japanese Chin
Japanese Chin
Greyhound
Greyhound
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamute
Which cartoon appeared with the 3 Muskahounds?
Dicktanian
Dicktanian
Dogtanian
Dogtanian
Deztanian
Deztanian
Dantanian
Dantanian
Which distinctively colored dog comes from Ireland?
Briard
Briard
Brittany
Brittany
Red Setter
Red Setter
Dandie Dinmont
Dandie Dinmont
What is the most common colored coat of the Kerry Beagle?
Black & Tan
Black & Tan
All Black
All Black
All White
All White
Black & White
Black & White
Which of these breeds originated from Scotland?
Bearded Collie
Bearded Collie
Spanish Water Dog
Spanish Water Dog
Foxhound
Foxhound
Bedlington Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Which of these breeds would you most likely see racing?
Dalmation
Dalmation
Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamute
Greyhound
Greyhound
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Which of these dogs is a popular show breed?
Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniel
Rottweiler
Rottweiler
Australian Sheepdog
Australian Sheepdog
Poodle
Poodle
Long curly dreadlocks are a feature of which breed?
Silky Terrier
Silky Terrier
Blue Healer
Blue Healer
Mastiff
Mastiff
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniel
Gentle Giant is a term used to describe which species?
Mastiff
Mastiff
Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Pyrenean Mountain Dog
St Bernard
St Bernard
Old English Sheepdog
Old English Sheepdog
Who was Scooby Doo’s nephew?
Scrappy Doo
Scrappy Doo
Shifty Doo
Shifty Doo
Scampy Doo
Scampy Doo
Scruffy Doo
Scruffy Doo
Which rare French breed dodged extinction twice after the two world wars?
Berger Brittany
Berger Brittany
Berger Picard
Berger Picard
Berger Lombardie
Berger Lombardie
Berger Paris
Berger Paris
Fred the cartoon dog was what breed?
Shetland Sheepdog
Shetland Sheepdog
Llasa Apso
Llasa Apso
Basset Hound
Basset Hound
Pekingese
Pekingese
The Teacup is a variety of which breed?
Shihtzu
Shihtzu
Chihuahua
Chihuahua
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Labrador
Labrador
Which command is typically taught to dogs most frequently?
Stay
Stay
Sit
Sit
Roll over
Roll over
Come
Come
Which dog gets its name from the German word for snout?
Yorkie-Poo
Yorkie-Poo
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Schnauzer
Schnauzer
Shih-Poo
Shih-Poo
Which of these is a large dog known for its strength?
Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Mastiff
Mastiff
Lakeland Terrier
Lakeland Terrier
Pom-Chi
Pom-Chi
What breed of the dog was the Shaggy DA?
Old English Sheepdog
Old English Sheepdog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dog
Newfoundland
Newfoundland
Japanese Akita
Japanese Akita
What is the collective term used to refer to a group of puppies?
Pack
Pack
Litter
Litter
Bundle
Bundle
Swarm
Swarm
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