Take this quiz and find out how many Unusual Dog Breeds you can identify.
True or False?
1. The azawakh is a remarkably healthy dog as it heals quickly from minor injuries.
True
False
2. Hairless Peruvian Inca orchid dogs are prone to sunburn, hence they must wear sunscreen when going outdoors and must wear a sweater during winter.
True
False
3. The Catahoula leopard dog may have eyes of two different colors.
True
False
4. Being a crossbreed of a dog and a wolf, the Czechoslovakian wolfdog’s characteristics are very close to the wolf’s. Hence, they can’t be considered as pets.
True
False
5. The Thai ridgeback is unusual because it is a breed that originated from Thailand, but now it can no longer be seen in that country.
True
False
6. The working dog, lagotto romagnolo, is so intelligent it has to regularly use its brain. This dog needs a job to do keep its mind occupied.
True
False
7. The dense wavy or curly hair of the mudi is actually easy to care for.
True
False
8. The Bedlington terrier is as meek as its sweet and innocent lamb-like physical appearance.
True
False
9. The Norwegian lundehund has acrobatic talents.
True
False
10. The hairless only comes in toy size and only lives for just seven years.
True
False
Answer to Unusual Dog Breeds Quiz:
1. True.
2. True.
3. True.
4. False. This new breed of dog indeed has a dog-wolf original lineage. Although it was first bred to be a military attack dog, the Czechoslovakian wolfdog can easily become a domestic animal. It can develop strong social relationships and is very loyal towards its master. It is fearless but intelligent, and would not attack without cause. Czechoslovakian wolfdogs approach strangers with caution and are well-behaved around children.
5. False. The Thai ridgeback is actually a rare breed outside Thailand. In fact, there are only about 300 identified Thai ridgebacks in the entire US.
6. True. The lagotto has a natural gift for searching and tracking. It is obedient, playful and very much willing to work.
7. True. Only occasional combing and brushing are necessary to remove dead hair.
8. False. Do not be fooled by its physical features. The Bedlington terrier has high energy and it craves attention. These sporty dogs are also courageous and confident. Bred to hunt, they are scrappy fighters who are never nervous or afraid of anything.
9. True. With six toes on each foot and an amazing range of motion, it can easily squirm through narrow passages and climb anywhere.
10. False. Sometimes called the Mexican hairless, the xoloitzcuintli dog breed comes in three sizes: toy, miniature and standard. Its average lifespan is 14 to 17 years, although some reports claim that they can live more than 20 years.
