The Revision Guide for Student Nurses (Part I)

Dog Breeds

QUESTIONS

  1. List the 6 breed groups recognised by the English Kennel Club.
  2. Of which breed group do the "pastoral" breeds belong?
  3. Which of the breed groups in Q1 are classified broadly as "sporting"?
  4. How many breeds of dog are currently recognised by the English Kennel Club?
  5. Give 10 examples of breeds belonging to the hound group.
  6. Which breed of dog is unable to bark? Clue: He belongs to the hound group.
  7. Give 10 examples of breeds belonging to the gundog group.
  8. Which of the breeds listed in Q7 is characterised by its unusual pink-silver coloured coat?
  9. Give 10 examples of dogs belonging to the utility group.
  10. Which of the breeds listed in Q9 is characterised by its black tongue?
  11. Which member of the utility group (not listed in Q9) is characterised by its wrinkled skin?
  12. Which of the breeds listed in Q9 is sub-divided into 3 categories related to size?
  13. Give 10 examples of dogs belonging to the working group.
  14. Give 2 examples of working breeds used as sled dogs.
  15. Give 2 examples of working breeds used as guard dogs.
  16. Give 2 examples of working breeds used as mountain rescue dogs.
  17. List 6 members of the pastoral group.
  18. Which 2 members of the pastoral group are characterised by their corded coats?
  19. Give 10 examples of breeds of dog belonging to the toy group.
  20. Which member of the toy group is characterised by its lack of hair?