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Bichon Frise
Known as the “Do It All” Hunting Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Developed in England and brought to the United States to fight
American Staffordshire Terrier
Known as the “Nanny Dog”
American Staffordshire Terrier
Used for Police Work due to Speed and Training Ability, life expectancy of 14 years with few health issues
Belgian Malinois
Back Problems due to long and short legs
Dachshund
Known as the Badger Dog
Dachshund
Must have c-sections
Bulldog
Originated in Louisiana
Bluetick Coonhound
How many breeds does the AKC Recognize?
200
How long ago was the dog Domesticated?
12000-15000 Years Ago
Can be recognized as Chestnut, Mahogany, and Red
Irish Setter
How many years ago was the Cat Domesticated?
3000 Years Ago
Traits of Neoteny
Shorter Limbs, Prominent Foreheads, Decreased Size and Number of Teeth, Decreased Jaw Size, Decreased Strength, Peeing when excited etc…
Neoteny(Def)
An animal is permanently immature in characteristics of importance
Taming is the First Step to Domestication (T/F)
True
The oldest group of purebred dogs
Hound Group
Possesses a strong desire to work, is quick to respond to commands
Belgian Malinois
Has white cords that develop as they mature
Komondor
There are 100% Hypoallergenic Dogs and Cats (T/F)
F
Has a mixed history of being a Religious Icon and a Food Source
Chihuahua
Honorable scars and broken teeth incurred while working are acceptable
Border Collie
Known for its Black/Blue Tongue
Chow Chow
What are the subgroups of the Sporting Group?
Forerunners
Flushing Dogs
Retrievers
Members of this group were formerly members of the Working Group?
Herding Group
What are the 7 AKC Groups?
Sporting Group
Herding Group
Hound Group
Terrier Group
Toy Group
Non-Sporting Group
Working Group
It is easier to domesticate a breed with a longer lifespan (T/F)
False
Scientific Name of The Dog?
Canis lupus familiaris
Known as the “bodyguard dog” in Latin
Cane Corso
Scientific name of the Gray Wolf?
Canis lupus
What does AKC stand for?
American Kennel Club
Scientific Name of the Cat?
Felis catus
How many pairs of chromosomes do Dogs and Wolves have?
39 pairs
What is ear cropping/tail docking?
When a portion of the ear or tail is cut off.
What was the original purpose for ear cropping/tail docking and what is the current purpose?
The original purpose was to prevent cuts and infections while working, but the current reason is for personal benefit/looks.
How many subspecies does the Gray Wolf Currently have?
31 Subspecies
(Group) They are specialized hunters that locate game and often collect it; they are active, alert, likable and great companion animals. They are energetic and need lots of exercise.
Sporting Group
What is the newest AKC Group?
Herding Group
(Group) Created in 1983, pure instinct prompts these dogs to herd their owners, which can be worrisome with children. These intelligent dogs make excellent companions and respond beautifully to training and competitions.
Herding Group
(Group) They were bred to guard property, pull sleds, and perform water rescues. They are primarily large, strong, and energetic dogs requiring lots of exercise and a dominant owner.
Working Group
What are the General Groups of the Working Group?
Guard Dogs, Sled Dogs, and Rescue Dogs
(Group) Feisty, lively dogs whose physical sizes range dramatically, they have a low tolerance for other dogs, but love their owners. Their ancestors were bred to hunt and kill vermin. Many have the attitude that they’re ready for an argument or activity. Many have wiry coats.
Terrier Group
(Group) May be the oldest purebred dogs. They are very diverse with common ancestral traits used for hunting. They can be used for sight, scent or a combination.
Hound Group
(Group) They are usually miniature versions of all the other groups of dogs. They are small but often tough. Kept by royalty until recently and used to guard treasures. Dwarfism was very popular with Asian Breeders who started these dogs.
Toy Group
(Group) They are a diverse group of dogs coming from varied sizes, personalities and appearances.
Non-Sporting Group
Named for a French Province, they originated in France
Brittany
The most popular dog breed in the U.S for more than 25 Years
Labrador Retriever
Common in Chocolate, Black and Yellow
Labrador Retriever
Bred in the 1800s in Ireland for Hunting Gamecocks
Irish Setter
German Hunters spent various generations crossing this breed until it was perfected in the 1800s
German Shorthaired Pointer
Classic farm dog, controls flock with a stalking movement and an intense gaze
Border Collie
Has Hungarian Origins
Pumi, Mudi, Komondor
Drives flocks on the narrow roads in the Western Pastures of Hungary
Pumi
Has a corkscrew-like coat and ears that are erected 2/3 of the way
Pumi
Believed to be descended from the Pumi
Mudi
Very Rare, mainly found in Finland and Hungary
Mudi
Recognized by the AKC in 2022, it is estimated there are no more than a few thousand around today
Mudi
Named for the town in Germany where it was developed
Rottweiler
Hunted boar, drove cattle. and worked with police
Rottweiler
Also known as “The Giant”
Giant Schnauzer
Originally used as a cattle driving dog and is now used for police work
Giant Schnauzer
Purpose of the cords on the Komondor
To protect vulnerable areas from attack, camouflages them with sheep
Used to protect its herd/flock without a master’s command
Komondor
Originates from Italy
Cane Corso
Also known as an ancient Italian Molossian
Cane Corso
Developed in England in the mid-1800’s and is named after a Revered
Parson Russel Terrier
Bred to hunt fox, would flush the fox out from underground
Parson Russel Terrier
Has two coat types, wired and smooth-haired
Parson Russel Terrier
The breed of the target mascot
Bull Terrier
Bred from bulldogs and terriers as a fighting dog
Bull Terrier
After dog fighting was outlawed, they became fashionable among young men
Bull Terrier
Originally bred in Scotland and recognized by the AKC in 1908
West Highland White Terrier
Bred among another group of terriers in the 1700s called “earthdogs” with the purpose of dealing with an infestation of rodents raiding grain stores and carrying disease
West Highland White Terrier
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