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The Mighty Newfoundland Trivia Quiz

Like Newfoundlands? If so then take this quiz. The Newfoundland is a massive dog in the working group. They are also a great family dog.

A multiple-choice quiz by Jennifer-8. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Jennifer-8

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
98,964

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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3688

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Question 1 of 10

1. What is a Newfoundland called that has a white base coat and black markings? Hint

Black and White Newfoundland

Landseer Newfoundland

White Newfoundland

Two Colored Newfoundland

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Question 2 of 10

2. The Newfoundland was originally bred to pull fishing nets through cold water.

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which of the following is not a major health concern for a Newfoundland dog? Hint

Pulmonic Stenosis

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Hemivertebra

Gastric Torsion

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Question 4 of 10

4. What kind of feet do Newfoundlands have?
Hint

cat feet, webbed

massive and round

hare feet

oval feet

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Question 5 of 10

5. The Newfoundland dog has only one layer of coat.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the date of origin for the Newfoundland? Hint

1600's

1500's

1800's

1700's

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of the following temperaments describes the Newfoundland? Hint

comical, lively, playful, mischievous

bold, assertive, playful, independent, strong-willed

calm, patient, easygoing, gentle, amiable

independent, intelligent, self-assured

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the average life for a Newfoundland dog? Hint

16-18 yrs.

12-14 yrs.

4-6 yrs.

8-10 yrs.

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Newfoundland has a high energy level.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. In what Canadian province did the Newfoundland originate?

Answer: (One Word)

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What is a Newfoundland called that has a white base coat and black markings?

Answer: Landseer Newfoundland

On the Landseer normally the head, saddle, rump and hair extending onto the tail is white with the rest of the coat being black. The Landseer Newf is named after a painting known as "The Distinguished Member of the Humane Society" by Sir Edwin Landseer.

2. The Newfoundland was originally bred to pull fishing nets through cold water.

Answer: True

They were defined as "All-Purpose Water Dogs".

3. Which of the following is not a major health concern for a Newfoundland dog?

Answer: Hemivertebra

Hemivertebra is a condition that affects the skeletal systems where the vertebrae is partially wedge-shaped. The Special Diagnostics is a Radiograph. Canine Hip Dysplasia(CHD) is an abnormal development of the hip assembly which is where the head of the femur does not fit into the pelvic socket. Confirm diagnosis with a hip radiograph. Gastric Torsion(Bloat) is when the stomach twists and traps the stomach contents and gases, and can lead to dealth if untreated.

It is most commom in large, dreep-chested breeds. Pulmonic Stenosis is a relative narrowing of the valve from the right ventricle to the lungs.

4. What kind of feet do Newfoundlands have?

Answer: cat feet, webbed

They have webbed feet to help them swim through the water.

5. The Newfoundland dog has only one layer of coat.

Answer: False

The Newf has a double coat. The undercoat is soft and dense while the outer is long and straight.

6. What is the date of origin for the Newfoundland?

Answer: 1700's

This breed ultimately is traced back to the Tibetan Mastiff but no actual record exists.

7. Which of the following temperaments describes the Newfoundland?

Answer: calm, patient, easygoing, gentle, amiable

The Newfoundland is also considered "a friend to all".

8. What is the average life for a Newfoundland dog?

Answer: 8-10 yrs.

Newfs have a short life span because they have a lot of medical conditions. Because Newfs are a big breed they have a greater chance of Gastric Torsion which is very deadly to big breeds. Hip and Elbow Dysplasia are also very common in Newfs.

9. The Newfoundland has a high energy level.

Answer: False

Newfoundlands are a laid back breed that tend to lie around a lot.

10. In what Canadian province did the Newfoundland originate?

Answer: Newfoundland

Newfoundland is in Canada.

Source: Author Jennifer-8

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