Dog breeds origins Flashcards
What is the primary ancestor of modern dog breeds?
The gray wolf.
True or False: All dog breeds originated from a single type of wolf.
False.
Fill in the blank: The process of breeding dogs for specific traits is known as __________.
selective breeding.
Which ancient civilization is known for the earliest evidence of dog domestication?
The Mesolithic era.
What is the term for the study of the evolutionary history of dog breeds?
Cynology.
Multiple choice: Which breed is considered one of the oldest dog breeds?
Basenji.
What role did early dogs play in human societies?
Hunting, herding, and companionship.
True or False: All dog breeds have the same genetic makeup.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the organization that maintains breed standards for dogs in the United States.
American Kennel Club (AKC).
What is the term for a group of dog breeds that share common characteristics?
Breed group.
Multiple choice: Which of the following breeds is known for its herding ability?
German Shepherd.
What is the significance of the FCI in the context of dog breeds?
It is the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, which oversees international dog breed standards.
True or False: The Chihuahua is one of the largest dog breeds.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its distinctive blue-black tongue.
Chow Chow.
Short answer: What is the primary purpose of the Working Group in dog breeding?
To perform tasks such as guarding and pulling sleds.
What impact did the Victorian era have on dog breeds?
It led to the formalization of breed standards and increased popularity of purebreds.
True or False: Mixed breed dogs are not recognized by kennel clubs.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a dog breed known for its exceptional sense of smell and tracking ability.
Bloodhound.
Multiple choice: Which breed is known for its role as a service dog?
Labrador Retriever.
What is the genetic diversity among dog breeds attributed to?
Selective breeding practices.
True or False: All dog breeds are genetically identical.
False.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a small breed known for its long ears and droopy appearance.
Basset Hound.
Short answer: Name one factor that influenced the development of specific dog breeds.
Geography, climate, or human needs.
What is the role of the AKC in dog shows?
To organize and regulate dog shows and competitions.
True or False: All dog breeds were originally bred for specific functional purposes.
True.
Fill in the blank: The __________ breed is known for its unique coat that does not shed.
Poodle.
What does AKC stand for?
American Kennel Club
True or False: All AKC breeds originated in the United States.
False
Which country is known for the origin of the Labrador Retriever?
Canada
Fill in the blank: The Beagle is originally from _____.
England
What breed is known as the national dog of France?
Basset Hound
Which country is associated with the origin of the German Shepherd?
Germany
Multiple Choice: The Poodle originated in which country? A) Spain B) France C) Italy
B) France
What is the origin country of the Siberian Husky?
Russia
True or False: The Dachshund originated in Germany.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in Japan.
Shiba Inu
Which country is known for the origin of the Great Dane?
Germany
What breed is known to have originated in the Mediterranean region?
Maltese
Multiple Choice: The Rottweiler is associated with which country? A) Italy B) Germany C) France
B) Germany
What is the origin country of the Boxer breed?
Germany
True or False: The Chihuahua is native to Mexico.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in Scotland.
Scottish Terrier
Which breed is known for its origin in the Arctic regions?
Alaskan Malamute
What country is the origin of the Akita?
Japan
Multiple Choice: The Greyhound originated in which country? A) Egypt B) Greece C) England
B) Greece
True or False: The Cocker Spaniel is an American breed.
False
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that has its roots in ancient China.
Shih Tzu
What breed is known to have originated in Italy?
Italian Greyhound
Which country is the origin of the Pekingese?
China
True or False: The Bull Terrier originated in England.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a breed that originated in the United Kingdom.
English Bulldog
What is the origin country of the Newfoundland breed?
Canada
What is the origin country of the German Shepherd?
Germany
True or False: The Poodle originated in France.
True
Which country is known for the origin of the Beagle?
England
Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Japan.
Shiba Inu
What is the origin country of the Bulldog?
England
True or False: The Chihuahua originated in Mexico.
True
Which dog breed is associated with the country of China?
Shih Tzu
Fill in the blank: The ______ is a breed that originated in Scotland.
Scottish Terrier
What is the origin country of the Rottweiler?
Germany
Which country is known for the origin of the Dachshund?
Germany
True or False: The Akita is originally from Japan.
True
What is the origin country of the Basenji?
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Italy.
Maltese
Which dog breed is associated with the country of France?
Basset Hound
What is the origin country of the Boxer?
Germany
True or False: The Newfoundland breed originated in Canada.
True
Which breed is known to have originated from the African continent?
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Fill in the blank: The ______ is a breed that originated in the United States.
American Pit Bull Terrier
What is the origin country of the Great Dane?
Germany
Which country is known for the origin of the Cocker Spaniel?
England
True or False: The Samoyed breed originated in Russia.
True
What is the origin country of the Irish Setter?
Ireland
Fill in the blank: The ______ originated in Sweden.
Swedish Vallhund
Which breed is associated with the country of Brazil?
Fila Brasileiro
True or False: The Collie originated in Scotland.
True
What is the origin country of the Siberian Husky?
Russia