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Dog breeds origins Flashcards

1
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What is the primary ancestor of modern dog breeds?

A

The gray wolf.

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2
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True or False: All dog breeds originated from a single type of wolf.

A

False.

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3
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Fill in the blank: The process of breeding dogs for specific traits is known as __________.

A

selective breeding.

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4
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Which ancient civilization is known for the earliest evidence of dog domestication?

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The Mesolithic era.

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5
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What is the term for the study of the evolutionary history of dog breeds?

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Cynology.

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6
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Multiple choice: Which breed is considered one of the oldest dog breeds?

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Basenji.

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7
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What role did early dogs play in human societies?

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Hunting, herding, and companionship.

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8
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True or False: All dog breeds have the same genetic makeup.

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False.

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9
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the organization that maintains breed standards for dogs in the United States.

A

American Kennel Club (AKC).

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10
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What is the term for a group of dog breeds that share common characteristics?

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Breed group.

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11
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Multiple choice: Which of the following breeds is known for its herding ability?

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German Shepherd.

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12
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What is the significance of the FCI in the context of dog breeds?

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It is the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, which oversees international dog breed standards.

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13
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True or False: The Chihuahua is one of the largest dog breeds.

A

False.

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14
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Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its distinctive blue-black tongue.

A

Chow Chow.

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15
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Short answer: What is the primary purpose of the Working Group in dog breeding?

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To perform tasks such as guarding and pulling sleds.

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16
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What impact did the Victorian era have on dog breeds?

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It led to the formalization of breed standards and increased popularity of purebreds.

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17
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True or False: Mixed breed dogs are not recognized by kennel clubs.

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False.

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18
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a dog breed known for its exceptional sense of smell and tracking ability.

A

Bloodhound.

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19
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Multiple choice: Which breed is known for its role as a service dog?

A

Labrador Retriever.

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20
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What is the genetic diversity among dog breeds attributed to?

A

Selective breeding practices.

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21
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True or False: All dog breeds are genetically identical.

A

False.

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22
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a small breed known for its long ears and droopy appearance.

A

Basset Hound.

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23
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Short answer: Name one factor that influenced the development of specific dog breeds.

A

Geography, climate, or human needs.

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24
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What is the role of the AKC in dog shows?

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To organize and regulate dog shows and competitions.

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25
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True or False: All dog breeds were originally bred for specific functional purposes.

A

True.

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26
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Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its unique coat that does not shed.

A

Poodle.

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28
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What does AKC stand for?

A

American Kennel Club

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29
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True or False: All AKC breeds originated in the United States.

A

False

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30
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Which country is known for the origin of the Labrador Retriever?

A

Canada

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31
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Fill in the blank: The Beagle is originally from _____.

A

England

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32
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What breed is known as the national dog of France?

A

Basset Hound

33
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Which country is associated with the origin of the German Shepherd?

A

Germany

34
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Multiple Choice: The Poodle originated in which country? A) Spain B) France C) Italy

A

B) France

35
Q

What is the origin country of the Siberian Husky?

A

Russia

36
Q

True or False: The Dachshund originated in Germany.

A

True

37
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in Japan.

A

Shiba Inu

38
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Which country is known for the origin of the Great Dane?

A

Germany

39
Q

What breed is known to have originated in the Mediterranean region?

A

Maltese

40
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Multiple Choice: The Rottweiler is associated with which country? A) Italy B) Germany C) France

A

B) Germany

41
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What is the origin country of the Boxer breed?

A

Germany

42
Q

True or False: The Chihuahua is native to Mexico.

A

True

43
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in Scotland.

A

Scottish Terrier

44
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Which breed is known for its origin in the Arctic regions?

A

Alaskan Malamute

45
Q

What country is the origin of the Akita?

A

Japan

46
Q

Multiple Choice: The Greyhound originated in which country? A) Egypt B) Greece C) England

A

B) Greece

47
Q

True or False: The Cocker Spaniel is an American breed.

A

False

48
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that has its roots in ancient China.

A

Shih Tzu

49
Q

What breed is known to have originated in Italy?

A

Italian Greyhound

50
Q

Which country is the origin of the Pekingese?

A

China

51
Q

True or False: The Bull Terrier originated in England.

A

True

52
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in the United Kingdom.

A

English Bulldog

53
Q

What is the origin country of the Newfoundland breed?

A

Canada

54
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What is the origin country of the German Shepherd?

A

Germany

55
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True or False: The Poodle originated in France.

A

True

56
Q

Which country is known for the origin of the Beagle?

A

England

57
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Japan.

A

Shiba Inu

58
Q

What is the origin country of the Bulldog?

A

England

59
Q

True or False: The Chihuahua originated in Mexico.

A

True

60
Q

Which dog breed is associated with the country of China?

A

Shih Tzu

61
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is a breed that originated in Scotland.

A

Scottish Terrier

62
Q

What is the origin country of the Rottweiler?

A

Germany

63
Q

Which country is known for the origin of the Dachshund?

A

Germany

64
Q

True or False: The Akita is originally from Japan.

A

True

65
Q

What is the origin country of the Basenji?

A

Democratic Republic of the Congo

66
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Italy.

A

Maltese

67
Q

Which dog breed is associated with the country of France?

A

Basset Hound

68
Q

What is the origin country of the Boxer?

A

Germany

69
Q

True or False: The Newfoundland breed originated in Canada.

A

True

70
Q

Which breed is known to have originated from the African continent?

A

Rhodesian Ridgeback

71
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ is a breed that originated in the United States.

A

American Pit Bull Terrier

72
Q

What is the origin country of the Great Dane?

A

Germany

73
Q

Which country is known for the origin of the Cocker Spaniel?

A

England

74
Q

True or False: The Samoyed breed originated in Russia.

A

True

75
Q

What is the origin country of the Irish Setter?

A

Ireland

76
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Sweden.

A

Swedish Vallhund

77
Q

Which breed is associated with the country of Brazil?

A

Fila Brasileiro

78
Q

True or False: The Collie originated in Scotland.

A

True

79
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What is the origin country of the Siberian Husky?

A

Russia

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