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Warning: contains dogs, puppies, and wet noses.

Atenção: contém cães, filhotes e narizes molhados.

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Who could mistake that li'l face? [Pugs](https://books.google.co.uk/books?dq=pug+sociable&ei=x40cVeCCD4bZauyQgYgG&hl=en&id=TBwwEZsjJp4C&pg=PA11&sa=X&ved=0CCIQ6wEwAA#v=onepage&q=pug%20sociable&f=false) were bred as companion dogs for Chinese emperors.

It's a pug!

What breed of dog is this?

A group of dogs is known as a [kennel](http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/words/what-do-you-call-a-group-of)!

Which of these words means a group of dogs?

They were originally bred on the Welsh borders and worked as vermin control, keeping animals like badgers under control. The other dogs are, clockwise, a dachshund; a dandie dinmont; a corgi.

This dog is a sealyham!

Which of these is a sealyham terrier?

The other dogs are, clockwise, a Hungarian vizsla; a hamiltonstovare; a pointer.

This is the weimaraner!

Which of these dogs is a Weimaraner?

A dog's toes are known as [digital pads](https://books.google.co.uk/books?dq=digital+pads+dogs&hl=en&id=WhkOGgfuseQC&lpg=PA77&ots=TKI1iCeaqN&pg=PA77&sa=X&sig=gRSKH6dOSIsF_KWHUgrCaa0dXAo&source=bl&ved=0ahUKEwi36Kfhu6nMAhXJCsAKHcULB9MQ6AEIgQEwFg#v=onepage&q=digital%20pads%20dogs&f=false). They are cushioned for walking on hard terrain.

What is the name for these parts of a dog's paw?

That fuzzy little puppy will look something like this guy when he's full grown.

It's an old English sheepdog!

What type of dog is this puppy?

Lhasa apsos were originally bred in Lhasa, Tibet. They were used to guard monasteries, and would bark at the sound of intruders. Even today, the breed are known to be quite "talkative".

They were bred as watch dogs.

What job was the Lhasa apso orginally bred for?

Male dogs are called, "dogs". When a dog fathers puppies, he is known as a "sire".

What is a male dog known as?

These dogs hail from Bedlington, Northumberland, and were originally bred as hunting dogs.

It's a Bedlington terrier!

What type of dog is this?

Salukis were originally bred in the Middle East. They are "sight hounds", and their powerful eyes can spot the slightest movement of prey over a great distance. They are one of the fastest dogs in the world, reaching speeds of over [40mph](https://books.google.co.uk/books?dq=saluki&id=cPPTZvzNNHMC&pg=PA108#v=onepage&q=saluki&f=false). They would hunt for animals like hares in the desert, with their owners following on horseback.

Saluki were bred for hunting!

This dog is a saluki. What was it originally bred for?

Dogs' moist [noses](http://www.vetstreet.com/our-pet-experts/why-does-my-dog-have-a-wet-nose) absorb scent chemicals and allow them to "smell" much more than humans can.

It's to help them smell things!

Why do dogs have wet noses?

Basenjis, which are a breed of African hunting dogs, can't bark. They kind of [yodel](http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/basenji.htm) instead.

It's true! Not all dogs can bark.

True or false: not all dogs can bark.

[Scientists](http://www.theguardian.com/news/datablog/2014/jan/08/dogs-defecate-earths-magnetic-field-research-finds) have discovered that dogs align themselves with the earth's magnetic field when they poo. So if you get lost with your dog, you can use it as a compass.

Dogs almost always poo facing north!

What is special about a dog pooing?

Dogs are descended from [wolves](http://www.livescience.com/50928-wolf-genome-dog-ancient-ancestor.html). It's believe that dogs separated from wolves over 27,000 years ago. They became dogs when they partnered with early humans, guarding, hunt

Dogs are originally descended from which animal?

Cheetahs are the fastest animal on earth, reaching speeds of up to 70mph. But they can't run at that speed for more than 274 meters. Greyhounds are the second fastest land mammal, reaching speeds of up to 45mph – but they're also great distance runners. A greyhound could comfortably run at 35mph over seven miles.

The greyhound would win!

If a cheetah and a greyhound ran 1000 meters, which animal would win?

You're not a dog nerd, and probably don't own a dog, but you obviously kinda like them or you wouldn't have taken this test. If you're just getting in to dogs, there is so much more for you to learn. They are truly man's best friend. If you don't like dogs, you just haven't met enough yet.

You don't know much about dogs!

You’re just getting to know the wonderful world of dogs. How exciting for you! These creatures are truly extraordinary. The average dog can learn around 165 words, and the really brainy ones know up to 1000. May your journey to becoming a dog nerd be full of sniffing and wagging.

You're dog-curious!

Congratulations, human, you are 100% dog nerd. You already know that dogs are the greatest animal on earth. Their loyalty, sensitivity, and intelligence is unmatched, and they make the very best of friends. High-five!

You scored over 75%! You are a true dog lover.

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