As a species, we absolutely lucked out by having dogs. And not just having them around, but also liking us for some reason. If you have ever had a dog or even just interacted with one, you know it becomes more than just a pet. Very soon, it will be your best friend who can read your every mood and even knows how to console you when you are down.
Throughout the centuries since they were domesticated, dogs proved to be great professionals in so many fields that it feels like there is no profession they can’t master. They are even amazing actors and have appeared in many films. Dog movies have even become a genre of their own — and probably the only one where everyone in the audience loves the furry protagonist.
With so many dog breeds around, you can always find one that will fit your character, lifestyle, and living conditions. But if you are contemplating getting a dog, remember that it is a new family member you are bringing in, not a temporary toy. Carefully consider every detail to make sure your dog will have everything it needs and will have a happy life with you.
While we all know some basic stuff about doggos, there are a lot of dog fun facts that many people have never heard. We really encourage you to learn as much about these wonderful animals as possible; not only is it very interesting, but it will also help you connect better with your floof. You can also use all the newly learned information to organize dog quizzes. This can become a great event for your local dog shelter.
To get you started, we collected a bunch of questions about dogs. How many can you score without checking the correct answer? What was the best piece of information you have ever learned about dogs? Share it with us in the comments.
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Which U. S. President's dog ripped a French ambassador's pants off at the White House?
What is the fastest breed of dog?
In ancient mythology, what is the name of the 3-headed dog that guards the underworld?
Which breed of dog has the longest ears?
Which breed was bred to protect and hunt wolves and originally came from Eire?
What breed of dog has a black or a blue tongue?
What is the fear of dogs called?
Which Disney villain wanted a coat made out of dalmatians?
What is the name of Scooby Doo’s nephew?
But, what is the name of Scappy' mother? Answer that Mr. Smarty-pants.
What does "Corgi" mean in Welsh?
What sense are puppies born without?
Which breed of dog is sometimes known as a ‘Frenchie’?
What is the name of the dog that appears in the classic comic strip ‘Peanuts’?
Which US president is one of the only US presidents to not have a dog?
Charles Darwin explored most of the world in a ship named after a breed of dog. What breed of dog?
What sort of dog did Elvis sing about?
What is the zoonotic disease for which dogs must be vaccinated?
How many eyelids does a dog have?
Most dog breeds bark, but what does the Basenji breed do instead?
Mexico is home to one of the most famous breeds of dog - what is it called?
Rhodesian ridgebacks are a popular breed of dog. Where did they come from?
Where do Shiba Inu’s come from?
Which breed of dog is often considered the most intelligent?
Hagrid from Harry Potter has a dog - what is the dog’s name?
Answer: Fang.
In the Simpsons, the family looks after a dog called Santa’s Little Helper. What breed of dog is Santa’s Little Helper?
Which music group ended up letting the dogs out?
How much farther can a dog hear than a human?
Who was Hollywood's first dog star?
What kind of dog inspired the character of Chewbacca from Star Wars?
How many teeth does an adult dog have?
Which breed, also known as the English Toy Spaniel, got its name from being associated with a monarch?
True or false - dogs can only see in black and white.
Which sense do dogs use most?
Which breed of dog was a particular favorite of the Queen of England?
In Monopoly, one of the game pieces is a small dog. What breed is it?
Which English artist had a hit with the song ‘The Dog Days Are Over’?
What breed is Scooby-Doo?
What dog is the national dog of Cuba?
What did Lord Byron do when he was told he couldn't bring his dog to college?
Which breed does not shed like other dogs and has a name that translates to “curly lap dog”?
In the US, the leading authority on dogs is called the AKC. What does it stand for?
Are dogs carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores?
How old was the oldest dog in the world when he died?
Which toy dog breed has long white hair and was favored by the ancient Romans and Greeks?
Which breed is named after a stretch of Adriatic coast and 15% of them suffer from hearing loss?
Which breed of dog is the most popular in the USA?
We all have heard of Lassie - but what breed of dog was she?
Actually, they used males in the show, because the hair coat is thicker.
In the Wizard of Oz, what is the name of the dog?
What is the most famous breed of dog in China?
Who had a hit song and album of the same name called ‘Diamond Dogs’?
According to a proverb, what happens if you lie down with dogs?
Show me your company and I'll tell you who you are - something my mum used to say
Are dalmatian puppies born with spots?
Answer: Dalmatians are born completely white, and develop their spots as they age.
What breed is Slinky, the dog from Toy Story?
What TV series had a dog named K9 who was also a robot?
How many teeth do puppies, have?
How long are dogs pregnant?
How many dog breeds exist today?
What dog breed was developed in the late 1800s by Captain Max von Stephanitz, who hoped to produce an all-purpose working dog?
Which French breed is known for its fancy cut and comes in three sizes – standard, miniature and toy?
What is a group of puppies called?
What is the smallest breed of dog?
Where do Great Danes come from originally?
What is the name of the dog that is featured on boxes of Cracker Jack?
Which band famously felt ‘Sick as a Dog?
Who wrote the song ‘I Wanna Be Your Dog’?
What is the scientific name for a dog?
What is the origin of the Australian Shepherd?
What dog was bred by 19th-century gamekeepers to guard estates?
What is the national hound of Malta?
Which dog breed has six toes on each paw?
What is the name of the oldest dog breed?
Which dog was bred as a fighting dog and is known for its recognizable long face?
Where were rottweilers originally bred?
Which dog breed is the most common dog mascot in college sports?
Which African hunting breed is known as “the barkless dog”?
What is the name of the dog from "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"?
Which breed of dog was named after its original purpose of chasing badgers out of holes?
Answer: Dachshund (German to English translation means badger (dachs) and dog (hund))
True or false - the dog was the first animal to be domesticated
What was the name of Sony’s robotic dog, released in 1999?
Which breed of dog was once known as a St John’s Newfoundland?
Which breed of dog was originally bred to hunt wolves?
Tintin, the comic book character, has a trusty Wire Fox Terrier as a companion. What is his white dog companion’s name?
Which English band had a hit with the song ‘The Dogs of War’?
The Famous Five books featured a dog. What was the dog’s name?
Wallace is a loveable stop-motion character from the UK. But what is the name of his canine companion?
All dogs are generally believed to be descended from what prehistoric animal?