The dog is a complex, fascinating creature. How well do you know your fuzzy friend? Take the quiz below to test your knowledge of our canine companions.
1. What is the term used to describe the birth of puppies?
a. Whelping
b. Weaning
c. Queening
d. Hatching
2. Which of the following are reasons to spay or neuter your pet?
a. It can decrease the chance of cancer.
b. It reduces the risk of aggressive behavior.
c. It helps control the pet population.
d. All of the above.
3. When should a puppy have his first vaccination?
a. At birth
b. 3 – 4 weeks
c. 6 – 8 weeks
d. 6 months of age
4. Which of the following is NOT usually a reason for dogs to pant?
a. They’re hot
b. They’re in pain
c. They’re nervous
d. They’re tired
5. Licking their lips, looking away, yawning, sniffing the ground,
walking in an arc are examples of:
a. Fear
b. Dominance
c. Play
d. Calming
6. Which of the following is NOT true of the dog’s body?
a. Dogs have three eyelids
b. Dogs do not lose any puppy teeth
c. Dogs can sweat through the pads on their paws.
d. Dogs’ normal body temperature is 99.5 to 102.5 degrees F.
7. Which breed of dog does not bark?
a. Husky
b. Schipperke
c. Basenji
d. Labradoodle
8. If the infestation becomes severe enough, fleas can kill a dog.
a. True
b. False
9. Which of the following is NOT considered a working dog?
a. Companion dog
b. Therapy dog
c. Seizure dog
d. Search and Rescue dog
10. Which of the following is NOT toxic to dogs:
a. Macadamia nuts
b. Rat poison
c. Tylenol
d. Potatoes
11. The famous canine actor in the movie Turner and Hooch is a:
a. Pit Bull
b. Rat Terrier
c. Dogue du Bordeaux
d. Bull Mastiff
12. The term used to describe a popular method of dog training using
positive reinforcement is:
a. Clicker training
b. Snap training
c. Cookie training
d. Choke collar training
13. The Cocker Spaniel is a member of the AKC’s ______ group.
a. Sporting
b. Working
c. Herding
d. Terrier
14. Obesity puts a dog at a higher risk of:
a. Diabetes
b. Crudiate ligament injuries
c. Early death
d. All of the above
15. Which of the following is a sign of submission in a dog?
a. Direct eye contact
b. Erect hair on back
c. Urination
d. Erect tail
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