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Quiz about Some Alphabetical Dog Breeds
Quiz about Some Alphabetical Dog Breeds

Some Alphabetical Dog Breeds Trivia Quiz


Each answer is a breed of dog - just pick the right one! All answers are multiple choice and all choices are real breeds of dog. Question one starts with A and questions are in alphabetical order.

A multiple-choice quiz by dobermom. Estimated time: 5 mins.
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Author
dobermom
Time
5 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
114,963
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
15
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
11 / 15
Plays
51305
Awards
Top 5% quiz!
Last 3 plays: astir (14/15), Changeling_de (14/15), Lizbetha (11/15).
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Question 1 of 15
1. This dog is tall and aristocratic. His long, flowing coat can be almost any colour. He was bred to run. Hint


Question 2 of 15
2. This medium-sized dog is typically black and white but can come in other colours such as red and white. He is a very intelligent breed with an intense stare. He is happiest when he has a job to do. Hint


Question 3 of 15
3. A natural watchdog, this breed is suspicious of strangers and is a one-family dog. He may date back to 100 BC or longer in his native land. His coat is usually off-standing and thick, with a ruff around the head and neck, and most often seen in black or reddish-gold. He has a blue-black tongue! Hint


Question 4 of 15
4. This medium to large smooth-coated breed comes in four colours; the most common is black and tan. His ears can be cropped upright or left natural. He is very intelligent and has been used in guard and police work.He became famous in World War II for his bravery in service. Hint


Question 5 of 15
5. I am the "Apollo of Dogs"! I am one of the tallest breeds you can find today. My smooth coat comes in many colours and I often have my ears cropped upright. And despite my name, I come from Germany! Hint


Question 6 of 15
6. This breed is another giant, actually the tallest breed of dog in the world. In the past only the nobility could own one. He has a rough coat usually in grey, fawn, or brindle, and is a powerful and swift runner. Hint


Question 7 of 15
7. This large white dog is a herd guardian from Hungary. His coat is of medium length and wavy, with a rough texture, and only comes in white or ivory. Hint


Question 8 of 15
8. This dog was bred in Tibetan monasteries for over 2000 years. Although he is small, he makes an excellent guard dog. His long, flowing coat comes in any colour, and he is a happy but assertive pet. Hint


Question 9 of 15
9. This dog is a tiny white dynamo. His silky, long coat hangs to the ground and only comes in pure white. Hint


Question 10 of 15
10. This breed is a large, water-loving dog who hails from Canada. His long, thick coat is black, brown, or black and white (which is called a Landseer). He weighs in at up to 150 pounds. Hint


Question 11 of 15
11. This small dog has a medium length flowing coat in white with solid- colour patches. His very large ears are what gives him his name! Hint


Question 12 of 15
12. This short-coated dog comes in black, chocolate, and yellow. For many years it was the number one owned breed in North America. Hint


Question 13 of 15
13. This medium-sized dog has a soft fawn-coloured coat and is a good choice for families with allergies. He is a terrier, so he is self-confident and alert. Hint


Question 14 of 15
14. This beautiful hunting dog is silver-grey in colour with a short, glossy coat. He was developed in Germany and is a popular sporting dog and active family companion today. Hint


Question 15 of 15
15. What interesting physical trait does the Xoloitzcuintli have? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This dog is tall and aristocratic. His long, flowing coat can be almost any colour. He was bred to run.

Answer: Afghan Hound

The Afghan hound is believed to be one of the oldest breeds in the world today. Daily grooming is needed to keep his coat in good condition.
2. This medium-sized dog is typically black and white but can come in other colours such as red and white. He is a very intelligent breed with an intense stare. He is happiest when he has a job to do.

Answer: Border Collie

Border collies may not be a good choice for most families. They are extremely active and need something to keep them occupied or they will get into trouble! I currently own two Borders and I compete in agility, flyball and obedience.
3. A natural watchdog, this breed is suspicious of strangers and is a one-family dog. He may date back to 100 BC or longer in his native land. His coat is usually off-standing and thick, with a ruff around the head and neck, and most often seen in black or reddish-gold. He has a blue-black tongue!

Answer: Chow Chow

The Chow is not recommended for a first-time dog owner. He can be stubborn and hard to handle. However, with the right socialization and training, the chow can be a great pet.
4. This medium to large smooth-coated breed comes in four colours; the most common is black and tan. His ears can be cropped upright or left natural. He is very intelligent and has been used in guard and police work.He became famous in World War II for his bravery in service.

Answer: Doberman Pinscher

The Doberman is a breed feared by many people. The Dobes of today are affectionate and loyal, and are easily trained to be a wonderful family member. Of course, I am a bit biased - I own two beautiful natural-eared dobergirls!
5. I am the "Apollo of Dogs"! I am one of the tallest breeds you can find today. My smooth coat comes in many colours and I often have my ears cropped upright. And despite my name, I come from Germany!

Answer: Great Dane

Everyone knows a Great Dane! Despite their size, Danes are laid-back, friendly dogs who can do well in a city or suburban home.
6. This breed is another giant, actually the tallest breed of dog in the world. In the past only the nobility could own one. He has a rough coat usually in grey, fawn, or brindle, and is a powerful and swift runner.

Answer: Irish Wolfhound

As with the Great Dane, the wolfhound is a gentle giant.
7. This large white dog is a herd guardian from Hungary. His coat is of medium length and wavy, with a rough texture, and only comes in white or ivory.

Answer: Kuvasz

The Kuvasz can be traced back 7000 years in its country of origin, Sumeria. He is a very independent thinker with strong protective instincts.
8. This dog was bred in Tibetan monasteries for over 2000 years. Although he is small, he makes an excellent guard dog. His long, flowing coat comes in any colour, and he is a happy but assertive pet.

Answer: Lhasa Apso

The Lhasa was also known as the "Barking Lion Sentinel Dog"
9. This dog is a tiny white dynamo. His silky, long coat hangs to the ground and only comes in pure white.

Answer: Maltese

I rarely see Maltese, but the ones I do meet are sweet, brave little dogs with a sense of humour.
10. This breed is a large, water-loving dog who hails from Canada. His long, thick coat is black, brown, or black and white (which is called a Landseer). He weighs in at up to 150 pounds.

Answer: Newfoundland

The Newfie is an extremely gentle dog who has saved many people from drowning in documented cases.
11. This small dog has a medium length flowing coat in white with solid- colour patches. His very large ears are what gives him his name!

Answer: Papillon

The papillon is very intelligent and does well in obedience and agility work. Papillon means "butterfly" in French.
12. This short-coated dog comes in black, chocolate, and yellow. For many years it was the number one owned breed in North America.

Answer: Retriever, Labrador

Need I say anything about the Lab?
13. This medium-sized dog has a soft fawn-coloured coat and is a good choice for families with allergies. He is a terrier, so he is self-confident and alert.

Answer: Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

The wheaten is a native of Ireland and is one of the larger terriers.
14. This beautiful hunting dog is silver-grey in colour with a short, glossy coat. He was developed in Germany and is a popular sporting dog and active family companion today.

Answer: Weimaraner

The weimaraner is also called the "Grey Ghost".
15. What interesting physical trait does the Xoloitzcuintli have?

Answer: No hair

Also called the Mexican hairless, the Xolo really does not have any hair! He might have a light fuzz on his skull or the end of his tail.
Source: Author dobermom

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