Fun Dog Trivia And Facts

How well do you know your dog breeds? Listed below are some trivia questions about different dog breeds. Included are also some facts about the various breeds that you may find of interest. Have fun!

Which breed of dog has a black tongue?

The Chow Chow

Chows actually were first bred in Mongolia, before being introduced to China. Literally translated from Chinese (Songshi Quan) their name actually means “Puffy Lion Dog”. Chows have a double coat and a distinctive ruff. Chows are wary of strangers and are very loyal to their owners. It is essential for this breed to be well socialised at an early age.

What kind of dog was Shakespeare speaking about when he wrote “Ears that sweep the morning dew?”

Basset Hound

Basset Hounds are strong willed and hard to teach, but they are very gentle and good with children. Despite this drawback, Basset Hounds are very receptive to dog clicker training techniques. These dogs were bred to track down rabbits by smell. Basset Hounds require lots of regular exercise but they do very well living in the city. They have lots of energy and enjoy long walks.

Which breed of dog is credited with saving Napoleon Bonaparte from drowning?

Newfoundland.

While escaping from Elba Island in 1815 Napoleon Bonaparte was swept overboard. A Newfoundland dog dove into the water and saved him. This gentle giant comes from Canada. They are often used to aid in water rescues because of their love of water. They have webbed feet which makes them excellent swimmers and their thick double coat is water-resistant.

When people use the phrase “Apollo of Dogs,” what kind of dog are they referring to?

Great Dane

The Great Dane is not from Denmark, it really hails from Germany. It is one of the tallest breeds, adults are between 28 and 30 inches and they should weigh between 100 and 120 pounds In the past the Great Dane was used to hunt both stags and wild boars. They have also been used as guard dogs. Both the American Kennel Club and British Kennel Club class the Great Dane in the working group.

What kind of dog is known as the official dog of the French Royal Court?

Pyrenean Mountain Dog

These dogs are also known as the Great Pyrenees. Females should weigh between 80 and 100 pounds and the males about 100 to 120 pounds. They are often used both to guard and herd livestock. During WWII they were used to haul artillery through the mountains. A thick white coat and double dewclaws are trade marks of this breed.

“Black and tans” refers to which breed of dog?

Gordon Setter

The Gordon Setter is from Gordon Castle in Scotland. These dogs date back to 1726. These dogs belong to the class of gun dog and have in the past been bred to hunt game birds. The Gordon Setter is the heaviest and slowest member of the Setter family but they are able to work all day long. These dogs are not good around small children however, they are very loyal and loving.

Which breed of dog is also known as Perro de Agua, Perro de Lanas, Laneto and Churro?

The Spanish Water Dog

The Spanish Water Dog is a great herder, they work well with goats and sheep Fishermen have been using these dogs for years to aid them in their work. They not only help with nets but will tow small boats to shore. They are great divers and swimmers due to their webbed feet. These dogs need to be socialised early but are very hard working.

What is the largest breed of Terrier?

The Airedale

Airedale Terriers should weigh between 45 to 50 pounds and are about 23 inches in height. Airedale, in Yorkshire, is the original home of this Terrier. Historically this dog was trained to otter hunt in the Aire River, because of this they are frequently called the waterside Terrier. Twice a year this breed sheds its thick wiry coat. In Britain these dogs are trained to be police dogs.

The Aztecs were thought to believe which kind of dog was sacred?

Chihuahua

The smallest breed in the world is the Chihuahua. Chihuahuas are named after a state in Mexico. It is thought that the breed was used in Aztec religions ceremonies. Today’s Chihuahua are smaller than their ancestors. Chihuahuas were crossed with miniature breeds like the Chinese Crested by the Spanish to create a smaller dog. Today Chihuahuas are often crossed with Dachshunds, to get Chihuaschunds, or with Beagles to get Chihueagles.

Flanders is the original home of which breed of dog?

Schipperke

“Tasmanian Devil Dog” is a name often given to this naughty and mischievous breed. If you directly translate the name Schipperke you get “Little Captain”. Seventeen to eighteen years is the average lifespan of this small breed.

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