Dog Quiz 2: How Much More Do You Know About Dogs?
- 20 hours ago
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Questions 21–40—with all the answers at the bottom
Ready for round two? 🐾
This second dog quiz includes 20 completely new questions covering canine anatomy, unusual breeds, behaviour, health and fascinating dog facts.
Write down your answers as you go—and no scrolling to the answers until you finish!
🐕 Dog Quiz 2: Questions 21–40
21. How long does a dog’s pregnancy usually last?
A. Around 42 days
B. Around 63 days
C. Around 90 days
22. What is a dewclaw?
A. A claw positioned higher on the inside of the leg
B. A damaged or broken claw
C. The largest claw on the front foot
23. What does the word “brachycephalic” describe?
A. A dog with an unusually long body
B. A dog with a short, broad skull and flattened face
C. A dog with naturally curly hair
24. Which breed is generally recognised as the fastest dog over short distances?
A. Greyhound
B. German Shepherd
C. Labrador Retriever
25. What is the formal name commonly given to a dog’s “zoomies”?
A. Frenetic Random Activity Periods
B. Rapid Canine Energy Episodes
C. Sudden Play Reflexes
26. What information is stored on a standard dog microchip?
A. The dog’s complete medical history
B. A unique identification number
C. The dog’s live GPS location
27. Which breed is especially famous for hunting truffles?
A. Lagotto Romagnolo
B. Siberian Husky
C. Bullmastiff
28. Which unusual breed is famous for having extra toes?
A. Norwegian Lundehund
B. Beagle
C. Pug
29. Compared with humans, dogs can generally hear:
A. Higher-frequency sounds
B. Only lower-frequency sounds
C. Exactly the same range of sounds
30. Which substance in chocolate is particularly dangerous to dogs?
A. Calcium
B. Theobromine
C. Fibre
31. Which organ produces insulin in a dog’s body?
A. The pancreas
B. The spleen
C. The lungs
32. What is the patella?
A. The shoulder blade
B. The kneecap
C. The hip socket
33. What are the longer protective hairs in a dog’s double coat commonly called?
A. Guard hairs
B. Cooling fibres
C. Sensory hairs
34. Can dogs show a preference for using one paw over the other?
A. No, dogs always use both paws equally
B. Yes, some dogs show left- or right-paw preferences
C. Only working dogs can develop a paw preference
35. What does the term “coprophagia” mean?
A. Eating faeces
B. Chasing the tail
C. Excessive water drinking
36. What was the Rhodesian Ridgeback historically developed to help hunters do?
A. Track and hold lions at bay
B. Retrieve birds from freezing water
C. Hunt rats underground
37. In dog anatomy, what is the “stop”?
A. The transition between the forehead and muzzle
B. The final vertebra in the tail
C. The pad at the back of the front leg
38. How many chambers does a dog’s heart have?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
39. Why do dogs use urine for scent marking?
A. To leave social and biological information
B. Only because they need the toilet
C. To remove the scent of other animals completely
40. What happens during gastric dilatation-volvulus, often called GDV or bloat?
A. The stomach fills and may twist
B. The kidneys temporarily stop producing urine
C. The lungs fill with fluid after exercise
🏆 How Did You Score?
17–20: Canine Expert
Outstanding! You understand canine anatomy, breeds, health and behaviour exceptionally well.
13–16: Dedicated Dog Lover
A brilliant result. You clearly know your dogs, with only a few new facts to learn.
9–12: Promising Puppy
You have a strong foundation and are well on your way to becoming a canine expert.
0–8: Time To Learn
Dog knowledge is enormous—and every fact you learn helps you understand them better.
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✅ Dog Quiz 2 Answers
21. B — Around 63 days
A canine pregnancy usually lasts approximately 63 days, although the exact length can vary slightly.
22. A — A claw positioned higher on the inside of the leg
Dewclaws are located above the main toes. Most dogs have them on their front legs, while some also have rear dewclaws.
23. B — A short, broad skull and flattened face
Brachycephalic breeds include Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs. Their shortened skull shape can affect breathing and temperature regulation.
24. A — Greyhound
Greyhounds are renowned for exceptional sprinting speed and can reach approximately 45 mph under suitable conditions.
25. A — Frenetic Random Activity Periods
FRAPs are sudden bursts of energetic running, spinning and playful movement—better known as the zoomies.
26. B — A unique identification number
A standard microchip does not contain GPS. It holds an identification number that can be matched to registered keeper details in a database.
27. A — Lagotto Romagnolo
The Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed especially famous for locating valuable underground truffles using scent.
28. A — Norwegian Lundehund
The Norwegian Lundehund is known for having additional toes and unusual flexibility, traits connected with its historic work hunting puffins.
29. A — Higher-frequency sounds
Dogs can detect higher-pitched sounds than humans, helping them notice noises that people may not hear.
30. B — Theobromine
Dogs process theobromine much more slowly than humans. Chocolate poisoning can be serious and requires prompt veterinary advice.
31. A — The pancreas
The pancreas produces insulin, which helps regulate blood glucose levels.
32. B — The kneecap
The patella sits at the front of the knee joint and helps the leg move efficiently.
33. A — Guard hairs
Guard hairs form the longer outer layer of a double coat, while the softer undercoat provides additional insulation.
34. B — Some dogs show left- or right-paw preferences
Research suggests that dogs can demonstrate individual paw preferences, although not every dog shows a strong preference.
35. A — Eating faeces
Coprophagia is the scientific term for eating faeces. It can have behavioural, environmental or medical causes.
36. A — Track and hold lions at bay
Rhodesian Ridgebacks helped hunters locate lions and keep them occupied at a distance. They were not expected to kill lions themselves.
37. A — The transition between the forehead and muzzle
The stop is the point where the muzzle meets the forehead. Its shape and depth vary greatly between breeds.
38. C — Four
Like humans, dogs have a four-chambered heart consisting of two atria and two ventricles.
39. A — To leave social and biological information
Scent marking may communicate information about identity, sex, reproductive status and territory.
40. A — The stomach fills and may twist
GDV is a life-threatening emergency in which the stomach becomes enlarged and may rotate. A dog showing a swollen abdomen, repeated unproductive retching, distress or sudden weakness needs urgent veterinary treatment.
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