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Going To The Sitcom Dogs Trivia Quiz

This is a quiz about ten canine companions from some of the most successful and smash hit sitcoms of all-time. Also, this happens to be my first quiz. Good luck and enjoy!

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

Author
REALITYFANATIC

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
306,936

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
4505

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

Last 3 plays: Guest 24 (10/10), Guest 165 (7/10), Guest 132 (8/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. A St. Bernard that was mixed with a Golden Retriever made the perfect combination for a lovable mutt on the "Empty Nest" television series. Given the dog's name, what legendary celebrity might also be the dog's namesake? Hint

Dustin from "Kramer vs. Kramer"

Henry from "On Golden Pond"

Marlon from "Mutiny on the Bounty"

Richard from "Jaws"

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Question 2 of 10

2. On "Hazel", Shirley Booth played Hazel, the housekeeper. Hazel may have been the starring character on this classic sitcom, however, she also had a canine co-star. The pooch's name was Smiley. If Smiley's last name was the same as the family's that cared for him, what might his full name be called? Hint

Smiley Jackson

Smiley Sims

Smiley Baxter

Smiley Thompson

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Question 3 of 10

3. It seems like Tiger was a member of "The Brady Bunch" household throughout the show's entire run. In actuality, Tiger was only seen in the first season. Which Brady sibling was mistaken for being allergic to Tiger in a classic season one episode? Hint

Cindy

Jan

Peter

Bobby

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Question 4 of 10

4. Given the name of the dog featured in the 1960's sitcom, "My Three Sons", what 1950's Disney Animated feature might you think the Douglas family got the idea for the name of their beloved sheepdog? Hint

Peter Pan

Lady and the Tramp

Alice in Wonderland

Sleeping Beauty

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Question 5 of 10

5. In one episode of the series, Stephanie throws him a party and invites the other dogs from around the neighborhood. But what was the name of the Tanner family's Golden Retriever on the family sitcom, "Full House"? Hint

Cupid

Dancer

Dasher

Comet

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Question 6 of 10

6. The Bundys on "Married With...Children" had two dogs. The first one was named Buck. Although a member of the Bundy household Buck Bundy was later replaced by a second, more traditionally-named canine in later episodes of the series. What was the dog's name that replaced Buck on this long-running sitcom? Hint

Spike

Fang

Rover

Lucky

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Question 7 of 10

7. Duke was the name of Jed Clampett's dog in the classic and long-running sitcom, "The Beverly Hillbillies". What breed was Duke Clampett? Hint

Basset Hound

Boxer

Beagle

Bloodhound

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Question 8 of 10

8. What Former President shares his first name with C.C. Babcock's dog on The Nanny"? Hint

Franklin Pierce

Rutherford Hayes

Chester Arthur

Grover Cleveland

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Question 9 of 10

9. Murray was the name of the Buchmans' pooch on "Mad About You". A cross between a Collie and a Shepherd, Murray was one of the family on this 90's sitcom. What were the names of Murray's masters, played by Paul Reiser and Helen Hunt? Hint

Paul and Jamie

Rob and Jamie

Paul and Helen

Rob and Helen

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Question 10 of 10

10. Perhaps one of the most famous sitcom dogs was one that was featured on the sitcom "Frasier". This Jack Russell Terrier wasn't just a scene filling pooch, he was actually part of the ensemble that made this show a true classic. What was the name of this scene-stealing canine? Hint

Willy

Freddie

Eddie

Billy

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Richard from "Jaws"

Richard Dreyfus won an Academy Award in 1977 for his performance in "The Goodbye Girl". Dreyfus, the "Empty Nest" star, never won an award for his acting, however, he did make several guest appearances on "The Golden Girls". "Empty Nest" was a spin-off of "The Golden Girls".

Answer: Smiley Baxter

"Hazel" was based on a comic strip by Ted Key. After premiering on September 28, 1961, the sitcom lasted for five seasons and 154 episodes.

Answer: Jan

Titled "Katchoo", in this episode it was discovered that Jan was not allergic to Tiger, but to Tiger's flea powder. The dog that played Tiger on this classic sitcom was hit and killed by a car during a hiatus. Although, Tiger's doghouse was still located in the Brady's backyard.

The crew attempted to replace the dog, but found it difficult. Eventually, he was written out of the series and never seen again. The doghouse remained so it could cover a burn caused by a falling overhead light in the artificial grass.

Answer: Lady and the Tramp

The sheepdog's name was Tramp. "My Three Sons" lasted for twelve seasons and an impressive 380 episodes.

Answer: Comet

In season one of "Full House", the series only ranked #70 in the ratings. In the eighth and final season of the sitcom, #25 was the show's raking.

Answer: Lucky

"Married With...Children" premiered April 5, 1987. Cast members included: Ed O'Neill, Katey Sagal, David Garrison, Amanda Bearse, Christina Applegate, David Faustino and Ted McGinley. Feebie, another dog, was also featured on the sitcom.

7. Duke was the name of Jed Clampett's dog in the classic and long-running sitcom, "The Beverly Hillbillies". What breed was Duke Clampett?

Answer: Bloodhound

Duke wasn't the only animal featured in the CBS sitcom. Thanks to Elly May's love for her "critters", there were other animals that were regular cast members. Included: Fairchild (a bear), Elmer (a raccoon), Earl (a rooster), Charlie (a skunk), Bessie (a chimpanzee), Gem (a mink), Jethro (a cougar), Harold (a hippo), and Shorty (a sea lion).

8. What Former President shares his first name with C.C. Babcock's dog on The Nanny"?

Answer: Chester Arthur

In a very funny episode of "The Nanny", Chester is thought to have eaten and torn to shreds Lamb Chop, from "Lamb Chop's Play-A-Long". Later, Lamb Chop is discovered to have been accidentally mixed up with the laundry, washed and dried. Shari Lewis guest stars. Chester Arthur was the President of the United States from September 19, 1881-March 4, 1885. Arthur served in the twenty-fourth Presidential term as Vice-President, serving under James Garfield.

After Garfield was assassinated on September 19, 1881, Chester Arthur took over as President.

Answer: Paul and Jamie

Helen Hunt won three Golden Globes for playing Jamie Buchman and was nominated six times. Paul Reiser was nominated four for the role of Paul Buchman, but never won.

Answer: Eddie

Eddie was played by Moose and Enzo. The canine's co-stars included: Kelsey Grammer, Jane Leeves, David Hyde Pierce, Peri Gilpin and John Mahoney. "Frasier" was a spin-off another classic sitcom, "Cheers".

Source: Author REALITYFANATIC

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