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Japanese Chins for Beginners Trivia Quiz

The breed of royalty- the Japanese Chin! I hope you enjoy the quiz!

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

Author
ElvishLord

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
382,460

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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232

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Question 1 of 10

1. Where did the Japanese Chin originate from? The clue is in the second part of its name. Hint

Japan

Vietnam

Mongolia

China

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Question 2 of 10

2. What AKC group does the Japanese Chin belong to? Hint

Working Group

Hound Group

Terrier Group

Toy Group

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Japanese Chin has also been called the Japanese spaniel.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. What is the most common coloring of a Japanese Chin? Hint

White

Lemon

Black and white

Black

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is the typical, average weight range for a Japanese Chin? Hint

10-20 pounds

7-9 pounds

20-30 pounds

30-40 pounds

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Question 6 of 10

6. One of the main characteristics of a Japanese Chin is to spin in place when it becomes excited.

True

False

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Question 7 of 10

7. The first Japanese Chins were introduced to the West by Commodore Perry in 1853.

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the average life span of a Japanese Chin? Hint

6-8 years

15-17 years

12-14 years

10-12 years

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Question 9 of 10

9. For what primary purpose were Japanese Chins bred for? Hint

Vermin/rat control

Guard dogs

Companion/lap dogs

Seeing-eye dogs

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Question 10 of 10

10. In what year was the Japanese Chin officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC)? Hint

1888

1788

1988

2008

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Where did the Japanese Chin originate from? The clue is in the second part of its name.

Answer: China

Japanese Chins can be traced back to a Chinese ancestry. It is believed that they were transported from China via Korea to Japan sometime between 700 and 1,000 CE. Many Japanese Chins were given as gifts to the Japanese nobility during this early history of the breed.

2. What AKC group does the Japanese Chin belong to?

Answer: Toy Group

Although the Japanese Chin ranges in size, dogs that weigh under 10 pounds are the most sought after.

3. The Japanese Chin has also been called the Japanese spaniel.

Answer: True

Although not a true spaniel, the breed has a delightful disposition and will alert if they hear something in the bushes indicating there was at least a genetic disposition to flush out prey, much like a spaniel.

4. What is the most common coloring of a Japanese Chin?

Answer: Black and white

Black and white coated Japanese Chins are by far the most popular. The acceptable colors for Japanese Chins are: black and white, or red and white. No other colors are currently accepted by the AKC. "Lemons" are prized by many Chin owners because of their unique yellow coloring.

5. What is the typical, average weight range for a Japanese Chin?

Answer: 7-9 pounds

As a toy, the chin is both expected to be small and bred to be small. They are a perfect lap dogs so their weight needs to be low to fit that description.

6. One of the main characteristics of a Japanese Chin is to spin in place when it becomes excited.

Answer: True

The "Chin spin" is a very real, very entertaining quality to this fine species of dog. They are very excitable and show this by spinning around several times in succession.

7. The first Japanese Chins were introduced to the West by Commodore Perry in 1853.

Answer: True

When Commodore Perry traveled to Japan in 1853, he received several Japanese Chin as a gift. The breed immediately appealed to the more affluent leaders and families in the United States and Great Britain.

8. What is the average life span of a Japanese Chin?

Answer: 10-12 years

Japanese Chins have a median age of 9.5 years, but average 10-12 years.

9. For what primary purpose were Japanese Chins bred for?

Answer: Companion/lap dogs

Japanese Chins are often associated with Japanese and European royalty because they make such excellent companion dogs. They will literally follow their owners around from room to room and will lay about with their owners all day.

10. In what year was the Japanese Chin officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC)?

Answer: 1888

After their arrival from Japan in the mid 19th century, most Chin enthusiasts preferred a smaller size (under 10 pounds) dog and began breeding smaller dogs for show purposes. The end result was the Japanese Chin being officially recognized as a pure breed of dog (Toy Group) by the AKC in 1888. Today, they are a popular breed and are a fan favorite in local and national dog shows in the United States and Britain.

Source: Author ElvishLord

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