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About This Quiz
Want to make a friendly wager? We bet you can't make it through this dog breed quiz without saying, "Awww!" at least three times! Ready to give a dog a bone? It's time to see how well you know some of the most popular, not to mention cutest, dog breeds out there!
So exactly how many dog breeds are there in the world? Well, that depends on who you talk to... The World Canine Organization, or FCI, currently recognizes 332 breeds with eleven more provisional breeds. The American Kennel Club, however, says nope, there are only 187 breeds of dog! Well, no matter what anyone says, there are plenty for future pet owners to choose from! But where, oh where, do you begin!
You see, dogs range in size from mini to very large. They range in color from black to white to yellow and brown! They range in personality from intelligent to sociable. Now decide if you want a working dog, a guard dog, a toy dog, a hound, a retriever or terrier! When it comes down to it, the options are unlimited. At the end of the day, it all comes down to which dog makes you go, "Awww"... and there you have it.. your new best friend!
So what do you say? Are you ready to name that breed? Or will you let the dog eat your homework? It's time to get started... On your bark, get set, go!
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Dalmatian
Labrador Retriever
The Labrador is one of the most popular breeds of dog in Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States. It is commonly known as a "lab" and is frequently trained as a seeing-eye dog.
Cairn Terrier
Chow Chow
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Chow Chow
German Shepherd
The German Shepherd is known as the Deutscher Schäferhund in German. It is a breed of medium to large-sized working dogs that originated in Germany. They tend to be tan with black saddlery.
Chinese Shar-Pei
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Tibetan Spaniel
American Eskimo Dog
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Did you know that Golden Retrievers were originally bred as gun dogs to retrieve shot waterfowl such as ducks and upland game birds during hunting and shooting parties? They originated in Scotland.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Bulldog
Bulldogs are a medium-sized breed of dog commonly referred to as the English Bulldog or British Bulldog. They are muscular and hefty with a wrinkled face and a distinctive pushed-in nose.
American Eskimo Dog
Lagotti Romagnoli
Toy Fox Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Toy Fox Terrier
Spinoni Italiani
Beagle
The beagle is a scent hound which was developed primarily for hunting hare. They typically live between 12-15 years and have a hard coat of short hair.
Norwich Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
French Bulldog
Known in French as the Bouledogue Français, French Bulldogs were the result of an 1800s cross between bulldog ancestors imported from England and local ratters in Paris, France.
Norwich Terrier
Black Russian Terrier
Lakeland Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Canaan Dog
Pharaoh Hound
Lakeland Terrier
Poodle
Poodles have taken top honors in many conformation shows, including "Best in Show" at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in 1991 and 2002, and at the World Dog Show in 2007 and 2010. They are a highly intelligent, energetic and sociable breed.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Pharaoh Hound
Rottweiler
Although they were first used to herd livestock and pull meat carts for butchers, Rottweilers are now used mainly as search and rescue dogs, guard dogs and police dogs. They tend to live 8-10 years.
Swedish Vallhund
American Foxhound
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Norwegian Lundehund
Harrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Did you know that the Yorkshire Terrier was originally developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills? They tend to be around 7 pounds and live between 13 - 20 years!
American Foxhound
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Spanish Water Dog
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
Otterhound
Boxer
Also known as the German Boxer or Deutscher Boxer, this breed is a medium-sized, short-haired dog with a square muzzle, strong jaw and large under-bite. This gives them the upper hand when it comes to hanging on to large prey.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Siberian Huskies
Siberian Huskies, or just simply Huskies, are a working dog that originated in northeastern Siberia, Russia. They are an active, energetic, and resilient breed with a thick double coat - a thick undercoat and a soft outer coat.
Portuguese Podengo Pequenos
Lowchen
Dandie Dinmont Terriers
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Beauceron
Redbone Coonhound
Dachshund
The dachshund was developed to scent, chase, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals. They have also been used to track wounded deer and hunt prairie dogs, particularly in the United States.
Lakeland Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Tibetan Spaniel
Irish Terrier
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Great Dane
Also known as the German Mastiff, the Great Dane is one of the tallest dog breeds. From paw to shoulder, the tallest Great Dane on record was 44 inches!
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Russell Terrier
Doberman Pinscher
Did you know that Dobermann Pinschers are nicknamed Dobie? They typically live 9 - 12 years and are considered intelligent, alert and tenaciously loyal companions and guard dogs.
Standard Schnauzer
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Standard Schnauzer
Rat Terrier
Australian Shepherd
Despite the very obvious name...Australian Shepherds are a breed of dog that was developed in the Basque country of Western Europe and brought to the United States. They have a straight coat of hair, though some may have curls!
Keeshonden
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Keeshonden
Miniature Schnauzers
The Miniature Schnauzer originated in Germany in the mid-to-late 19th century. This breed of dog developed from crosses between the Standard Schnauzer and one or more smaller breeds, such as the Poodle and Affenpinscher.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs
Belgian Malinois
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Did you know that Corgi is Welsh for "dwarf dog"? This is a cattle herding dog breed which has origins in Pembrokeshire, Wales.
Belgian Malinois
Standard Schnauzers
Border Terriers
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Border Terriers
Bullmastiffs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
On average, this breed of dogs lives between 9 -14 years. They tend to be 13 - 18 pounds and 12-13 inches tall. It is currently the 18th most popular pure breeds in the United States.
Shiba Inu
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Shiba Inu
Cardigan Welsh Corgis
Shih Tzu
Also known as the Chinese Lion Dog, the Shih Tzu is a toy dog breed weighing in at 10 - 19 pounds. In general, this breed is loyal, affectionate, outgoing and alert.
Chinese Crested
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Chinese Crested
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Great Pyrenees​
Boston Terrier
Did you know that the Boston Terrier is nicknamed the American Gentleman? The American Kennel Club ranked the Boston Terrier as the 21st most popular breed in 2016.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Chow Chows
American Staffordshire Terriers
Pomeranians
Often nicknamed "pom," Pomeranians originated in Germany and Poland. They are typically friendly, playful and lively, but can bark excessively in certain circumstances.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
American Staffordshire Terrier
Havanese
The Havanese is the national dog of Cuba. They are considered an ideal family pet and a true companion dog.
Irish Wolfhound
Cairn Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Cairn Terrier
Samoyed
Scottish Terrier
Shetland Sheepdog
Nicknamed "Sheltie," the Shetland Sheepdog breed originated in Scotland. They excel at herding, but can also be raised as a farm dog or family pet.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Scottish Terrier
Whippet
Brittany
Did you know that the name "Brittany" comes from the Brittany region in northwestern France where the dog originated? They are athletic, compact, and energetic.
Alaskan Malamute
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bernese Mountain Dogs shed year-round, and the heaviest shedding is during seasonal changes. They also only require a bath about once every couple of months, depending on their activity level!
Alaskan Malamute
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Lhasa Apsos
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Lhasa Apso
Mastiff
The Mastiff is one of the most ancient types of dog breeds, dating back about 5,000 years. At that time, they were considered ferocious war dogs while today, they make fine companions.
Dalmatian
Australian Shepherd
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Australian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniels were originally bred as hunting dogs in the United Kingdom. The term "cocker" came from this dog's interest in hunting the Eurasian woodcock!
Bergamasco
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog and is named after the state of Chihuahua in Mexico. Both male and female Chihuahuas weigh between just 4 - 6 pounds!
Bergamasco
Harrier
Norwegian Lundehund
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Norwegian Lundehund
Komondorok
Vizsla
The Vizsla is a dog breed originating in Hungary. It is also known as the Hungarian Pointer. This breed is a hunter of fowl and upland game and rarely seen as a family dog.
Pyrenean Shepherd
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Pyrenean Shepherd
Canaan Dog
Affenpinscher
Pug
Pugs were brought to Europe in the 16th century from China. Queen Victoria actually developed a passion for them as they are known for being sociable and gentle companion dogs.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Greyhound
German Pinscher
Maltese
The Maltese breed falls under the Toy Group classification. They are nicknamed the Maltese lion puppy and descend from the Central Mediterranean Area.
Tibetan Mastiff
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Tibetan Mastiff
Belgian Sheepdog
Weimaraner
Weimaraners are nicknamed "Grey Ghost" and have origins in Germany. Males tend to be 66 - 88 pounds and 23 - 28 inches tall, while females are a bit smaller, between 55 - 77 pounds and 22 - 26 inches tall.
English Toy Spaniel
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Newfoundland
The Newfoundland dog is a large working dog. They can be either black, brown, or white-and-black. They are known for their giant size, intelligence, tremendous strength, calm dispositions, and loyalty.
English Toy Spaniel
Tibetan Mastiff
Scottish Deerhound
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Scottish Deerhound
Miniature American Shepherd
The Miniature American Shepherd is highly intelligent and biddable. The breed is often trained for dog sports, such as herding, agility, obedience, disc dog, and flyball. They have a medium length double coat.
Wirehaired Vizsla
Plott
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Plott
Redbone Coonhound
Collie
The collie is a medium-sized, fairly lightly built dog, with a pointed snout. They are generally 48 - 70 pounds and come in many different colors, though many have a distinctive white pattern over their shoulders.
Lakeland Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Lakeland Terrier
Berger Picard
Komondorok
Border Collie
Border Collies are also known as Scottish Sheepdogs. They are considered highly intelligent, extremely energetic, acrobatic and athletic.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Komondoroks
Finnish Lapphunds
Pharaoh Hounds
Basset Hounds
Also known as a Hush Puppy, Basset Hounds are a breed of short-legged dog. They were originally bred for the purpose of hunting hare.
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Cane Corso
Cane Corsos are also known as the Italian Mastiff. Their name comes from the Italian "cane" meaning dog and "corso" meaning "protector". They are highly valued in Italy as a companion, guard dog and hunter.
Pharaoh Hound
Chinook
Skye Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
West Highland White Terrier
Westies are a breed of dog from Scotland that have a distinctive white harsh coat with a soft white undercoat. It has a white double coat of fur which fills out the dog's face, giving it a rounded appearance!
Coton de Tulear
Borzois
Norwegian Elkhound
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Norwegian Elkhound
Dogues de Bordeaux
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Also known as the African lion dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed was developed in South Africa. The original breed standard was drafted by F. R. Barnes, in Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia, present-day Zimbabwe, in 1922.
Yorkshire Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Yorkshire Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Shiba Inu
The Shiba Inu breed originates from Japan. They are a small, agile breed that copes very well with mountainous terrain as they were originally bred for hunting.
Boxer
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Bichons Frise
Bichon Frise is French for "curly lap." The Bichon Frise is a member of the Non-Sporting Group of dog breeds in the United States and a member of the Toy Dog Group in the United Kingdom.
Boxer
Airedale Terrier
Whippet
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Akita
The Akita is a large breed of dog originating from the mountainous northern regions of Japan. They are a powerful, independent and dominant breed, commonly aloof with strangers but affectionate with family members.
Whippet
German Shepherd
Labrador Retriever
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Labrador Retriever
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Malinois are used as a working dog for tasks including detection of odors such as explosives, accelerants, and narcotics. They are used by the U.S. Secret Service to help guard the grounds of the White House.
French Bulldog
Doberman Pinscher
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Doberman Pinscher
Bullmastiff
Originating in the United Kingdom, the bullmastiff breed comes from the English Mastiff and the extinct Old English Bulldog. It was officially recognized as a purebred dog by the English Kennel Club in 1924.
Chinese Shar-Pei
Dalmatian
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Dalmatian
St. Bernard
You can call this breed "Saint" for short! They are a breed of very large working dogs from the western Alps of Switzerland, France and Italy. When we say 'very large,' we mean 140 - 260 pounds!
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Boston Terrier
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Boston Terrier
Great Dane
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Do you love dogs but are allergic to them? You might be in luck with the Wheaten Terriers! These dogs are hypoallergenic, and are more easily tolerated by those allergic to other breeds.
Great Pyrenees
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Portuguese Water Dogs
President Barack Obama had two Portuguese Water Dogs while in office. Their names were Bo and Sunny and Bo was actually a personal gift to the Obama family from Senator Ted Kennedy.
Great Pyrenees
Neapolitan Mastiffs
Silky Terriers
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Which dog breed is seen in this photo?
Silky Terrier
Bloodhound
Along the lines of its name, the bloodhound breed is famed for its ability to discern human scent over great distances and even days later. These dogs are used by police and law enforcement all over the world for the purpose of finding people... escaped, lost or missing!
Weimaraner
Basset Hound
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