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Another Dose of Doggerel Trivia Quiz

Do you know the truth about dogs? Answer 'true' or 'false' to these questions.

A multiple-choice quiz by crisw. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
crisw

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
15,986

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
36915

Awards
Editor's Choice

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1. The American pit bull terrier was originally bred as a guard dog.

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2. Because of their great intelligence, border collies make excellent pets for "couch potatoes".

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Question 3 of 10

3. Most adult dogs have dental disease.

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Question 4 of 10

4. The most common dental disease in dogs is cavities.

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5. Standard poodles can make good hunting dogs.

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6. Most short-tailed dogs, like cocker spaniels, Doberman pinschers, Jack Russell terriers and Rottweilers, are born with short tails.

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Question 7 of 10

7. In twentieth century United States, most dogs turned in to animal shelters and pounds were adopted.

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8. The Great Dane was originally bred in Denmark.

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Question 9 of 10

9. A dog with a wagging tail is always happy.

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Question 10 of 10

10. Dogs yawn because they are bored.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The American pit bull terrier was originally bred as a guard dog.

Answer: False

They were bred from the English version of the breed, which was originally used to fight bulls. When this was banned, the dogs were used to fight other dogs. Because the owners were in the pit along with the dogs, handling them, human-aggressive animals were not tolerated. This barbaric practice continues but unofficially.

2. Because of their great intelligence, border collies make excellent pets for "couch potatoes".

Answer: False

These bright and active dogs need a job to do or they will become neurotic and obsessive. They need a lot of work every day to be happy. Most are miserable if they just 'hang around the house.'

3. Most adult dogs have dental disease.

Answer: True

Over 80 percent of adult dogs have noticeable dental disease. Gingivitis is the most common.

4. The most common dental disease in dogs is cavities.

Answer: False

It's actually gum inflammation caused by tartar accumulation. The infected gums can send bacteria into the bloodstream, causing many problems.

5. Standard poodles can make good hunting dogs.

Answer: True

They were originally bred as water retrievers. Given a chance, they can still do their original job.

6. Most short-tailed dogs, like cocker spaniels, Doberman pinschers, Jack Russell terriers and Rottweilers, are born with short tails.

Answer: False

The tails are actually cut off of the very young puppies. This practice, known as 'docking', is illegal in some European countries.

7. In twentieth century United States, most dogs turned in to animal shelters and pounds were adopted.

Answer: False

Unfortunately, the majority were killed - 'put to sleep.' The balance is changing a little, as the public becomes more accustomed to the idea of adopting older dogs.

8. The Great Dane was originally bred in Denmark.

Answer: False

The breed comes from Germany, where it is known as the German mastiff, or Deutsche dogge. The French name is Dogue Allemand.

9. A dog with a wagging tail is always happy.

Answer: False

Different tail positions signify different meanings for the wag. A nervous dog will hold the tail low and wag just the tip. An aggressive dog will have a high-standing, slowly-wagging tail.

10. Dogs yawn because they are bored.

Answer: False

In reality, yawning in dogs is usually a sign of nervousness.

Source: Author crisw

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