Only a True Dog Lover Can Correctly Identify These Breeds

Cat lovers — this isn't the quiz for you. If you can name all of these dog breeds, even the rare and exotic ones, you should consider showing them at the Westminster Dog Show!

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Siberian Huskies are native to Asia but were brought over to Alaska during the Gold Rush period. They're commonly used as sled dogs for sport. 

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Siberian Huskies are native to Asia but were brought over to Alaska during the Gold Rush period. They're commonly used as sled dogs for sport. 

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The Akita is a hunting dog as well as a highly regarded noble companion in Japan. They are loyal, fearless, and sometimes intimidating if you're looking for a guard dog. 

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The Akita is a hunting dog as well as a highly regarded noble companion in Japan. They are loyal, fearless, and sometimes intimidating if you're looking for a guard dog. 

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Bluetick Coonhound's are known for their distinct coat pattern. Their droopy face means they're quite the howlers, but if that doesn't bother you then they make great pets!

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Bluetick Coonhound's are known for their distinct coat pattern. Their droopy face means they're quite the howlers, but if that doesn't bother you then they make great pets!

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The English Toy Spaniel is also nicknamed "Charlie," because King Charles loved them so much. They're cousins with the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, but are quieter and a little shy. They like to live with just one other person rather than a family. 

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The English Toy Spaniel is also nicknamed "Charlie," because King Charles loved them so much. They're cousins with the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, but are quieter and a little shy. They like to live with just one other person rather than a family. 

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The massive Irish Wolfhound use to be a war dog, and would drag men off their horses and chariots. They're also used as big game hunters, and can take down deer and even wolves with ease. Despite their violent background, these dogs are adaptable and easily trained, making them great house pets.

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The massive Irish Wolfhound use to be a war dog, and would drag men off their horses and chariots. They're also used as big game hunters, and can take down deer and even wolves with ease. Despite their violent background, these dogs are adaptable and easily trained, making them great house pets.

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Yep, that's actually what they're called. Jack-A-Poo's are adorable little puppies and are a mix between Jack Russell Terriers and Poodles. They are affectionate, lively, and very smart. Little kids will love having this energetic furry friend around.

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Yep, that's actually what they're called. Jack-A-Poo's are adorable little puppies and are a mix between Jack Russell Terriers and Poodles. They are affectionate, lively, and very smart. Little kids will love having this energetic furry friend around.

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The Great Dane is the tallest dog breed and is often referred to as a gentle giant for its calm demeanor. Despite their size, they're extremely sweet and playful. They have several different coat patterns, from Merle to Harlequin to Blue. 

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The Great Dane is the tallest dog breed and is often referred to as a gentle giant for its calm demeanor. Despite their size, they're extremely sweet and playful. They have several different coat patterns, from Merle to Harlequin to Blue. 

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Despite their tiny size, Pomeranians are actually descendants of large sled dogs. They have a cute fox-like face and are active and highly intelligent. They often win in agility and show competitions.

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Despite their tiny size, Pomeranians are actually descendants of large sled dogs. They have a cute fox-like face and are active and highly intelligent. They often win in agility and show competitions.

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Rottweilers are common among police dogs and service dogs. They're intelligent, loyal, and make excellent guard dogs. Don't let the stereotype deter you from adopting one for your family, though! 

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Rottweilers are common among police dogs and service dogs. They're intelligent, loyal, and make excellent guard dogs. Don't let the stereotype deter you from adopting one for your family, though! 

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A Shollie is a mix between a German Shepherd and a Border Collie, and they make excellent herding dogs. They're highly intelligent, loyal, and come with some interesting coat variations.

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A Shollie is a mix between a German Shepherd and a Border Collie, and they make excellent herding dogs. They're highly intelligent, loyal, and come with some interesting coat variations.

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The Weimaraner is known for its silky silver coat and is native to Germany. They're elegant and highly sought after for hunting purposes. If you're able to give them enough exercise, they'd make an excellent addition to your home!

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The Weimaraner is known for its silky silver coat and is native to Germany. They're elegant and highly sought after for hunting purposes. If you're able to give them enough exercise, they'd make an excellent addition to your home!

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The Golden Cocker Retriever is often referred to as a "forever puppy" because it stays small for its entire life. It's a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Cocker Spaniel. Its sweet-looking face is an obvious trait inherited from both parents.

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The Golden Cocker Retriever is often referred to as a "forever puppy" because it stays small for its entire life. It's a cross between a Golden Retriever and a Cocker Spaniel. Its sweet-looking face is an obvious trait inherited from both parents.

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The French Bulldog was bred in England to be a miniature version of a traditional Bulldog. They were given the "Frenchie" nickname after they were seen traipsing all over Paris. They're sweet and pug-like and great for smaller homes.

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The French Bulldog was bred in England to be a miniature version of a traditional Bulldog. They were given the "Frenchie" nickname after they were seen traipsing all over Paris. They're sweet and pug-like and great for smaller homes.

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The Corgi Inu is — obviously — a mix between a Corgi and a Shiba Inu, and it looks exactly like both. The little foxy faces and stubby legs are clear resemblances of both parents.

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The Corgi Inu is — obviously — a mix between a Corgi and a Shiba Inu, and it looks exactly like both. The little foxy faces and stubby legs are clear resemblances of both parents.

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The Borzoi is a Russian breed meant for hunting small game. They're also popular royal companions throughout Europe. They might have a ghostly demeanor, but they're sweet family pets!

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The Borzoi is a Russian breed meant for hunting small game. They're also popular royal companions throughout Europe. They might have a ghostly demeanor, but they're sweet family pets!

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The Auggie is a mix between the Australian Shepherd and Corgi. The result is an adorable miniature version of both parents that is playful, energetic, and a great herder.

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The Auggie is a mix between the Australian Shepherd and Corgi. The result is an adorable miniature version of both parents that is playful, energetic, and a great herder.

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The Bolognese is made up of 99% fur, 1% dog. They make great companions but are equally as great at getting their way even when their owner tries to discipline them. 

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The Bolognese is made up of 99% fur, 1% dog. They make great companions but are equally as great at getting their way even when their owner tries to discipline them. 

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Yes, this is a real thing! The Curly-Coated Retriever is an excellent land and water retriever and is even used as a therapy dog. Their unique coat has nothing to do with a poodle parent. 

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Yes, this is a real thing! The Curly-Coated Retriever is an excellent land and water retriever and is even used as a therapy dog. Their unique coat has nothing to do with a poodle parent. 

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A Bugg is a mix between a Boston Terrier and a Pug. Pugs are common in cross-breeding, and the result is a spunky, affectionate, miniature pup. They also go by the name Pugin and Boston Terrier Pug.

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A Bugg is a mix between a Boston Terrier and a Pug. Pugs are common in cross-breeding, and the result is a spunky, affectionate, miniature pup. They also go by the name Pugin and Boston Terrier Pug.

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The Hovawart was bred in Germany as a guard dog, but today it's meant to be a family dog. Their name translates from German to "a guardian of estates."

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The Hovawart was bred in Germany as a guard dog, but today it's meant to be a family dog. Their name translates from German to "a guardian of estates."

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The Lhasapoo is a cross between the Lhasa Apso and Poodle. They're considered a "designer" breed, much like Yorkshire Terriers, Teacup Poodles, and other small purse dogs.

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The Lhasapoo is a cross between the Lhasa Apso and Poodle. They're considered a "designer" breed, much like Yorkshire Terriers, Teacup Poodles, and other small purse dogs.

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Newfoundlands are strong working dogs that hail from Newfoundland, of course. They were used to pull fishing nets and haul wood for loggers. They're strong swimmers and would make a great companion for an active person.

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Newfoundlands are strong working dogs that hail from Newfoundland, of course. They were used to pull fishing nets and haul wood for loggers. They're strong swimmers and would make a great companion for an active person.

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The Saluki is one of the oldest dog breeds, and they were actually once considered a gift from Allah. They're very fast runners and extremely devoted to their people.

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The Saluki is one of the oldest dog breeds, and they were actually once considered a gift from Allah. They're very fast runners and extremely devoted to their people.

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The Treeing Walker Coonhound looks a lot like a Beagle, but it's just another member of the hound dog family. They have short and distinct barks and need lots of exercise. They can be temperamental, so they're best suited for a patient person.

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The Treeing Walker Coonhound looks a lot like a Beagle, but it's just another member of the hound dog family. They have short and distinct barks and need lots of exercise. They can be temperamental, so they're best suited for a patient person.

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The Shiba Inu is a Japanese-bred dog meant to hunt small game like birds and wild boar. Other native Japanese breeds include the Akita, Kishu, Hokkaido, Kai, Shikoku, and Shiba.

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The Shiba Inu is a Japanese-bred dog meant to hunt small game like birds and wild boar. Other native Japanese breeds include the Akita, Kishu, Hokkaido, Kai, Shikoku, and Shiba.

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The Puli is best known for its unique coat which resembles cords. They're great herding dogs, but also make excellent family companions. They're originally bred in Hungary. 

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The Puli is best known for its unique coat which resembles cords. They're great herding dogs, but also make excellent family companions. They're originally bred in Hungary. 

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The Pekingese is a purebred breed from China, and they were highly regarded companions for the royal family. They're dignified dogs who love their people and will be loyal to you for their whole lives.

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The Pekingese is a purebred breed from China, and they were highly regarded companions for the royal family. They're dignified dogs who love their people and will be loyal to you for their whole lives.

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The Kooikerhondje is a well-tempered hunting dog, a descendent of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. They're skilled agility dogs and are bred in Holland. 

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The Kooikerhondje is a well-tempered hunting dog, a descendent of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever. They're skilled agility dogs and are bred in Holland. 

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The Great Pyrenees is known for being a skilled herder as well as a loyal companion. They love unconditionally and with their whole heart. As long as you don't mind shedding, they make great family pets.

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The Great Pyrenees is known for being a skilled herder as well as a loyal companion. They love unconditionally and with their whole heart. As long as you don't mind shedding, they make great family pets.

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The Dorgi is a mix of a Dachshund and Corgi. They're tiny, loyal, friendly, and playful. They appeal to families that live in cities or other small places because of their compact size.

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The Dorgi is a mix of a Dachshund and Corgi. They're tiny, loyal, friendly, and playful. They appeal to families that live in cities or other small places because of their compact size.

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A type of Mastiff, the Cane Corso is an Italian breed who was bred as a working and guard dog. They make excellent hunting dogs today, but don't let their statue keep you from snuggling up with them; they love their people. 

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A type of Mastiff, the Cane Corso is an Italian breed who was bred as a working and guard dog. They make excellent hunting dogs today, but don't let their statue keep you from snuggling up with them; they love their people. 

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Originally bred to "bait" bulls and other large farm animals, Pit Bulls have become common as "nanny dogs" because they're so gentle with children. They are one of the most lovable breeds around.

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Originally bred to "bait" bulls and other large farm animals, Pit Bulls have become common as "nanny dogs" because they're so gentle with children. They are one of the most lovable breeds around.

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The sweet Bernadoodle is both goofy and intelligent. Its adorable face and curly coat are thanks to its Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle parents. They're considered a designer breed.

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The sweet Bernadoodle is both goofy and intelligent. Its adorable face and curly coat are thanks to its Bernese Mountain Dog and Poodle parents. They're considered a designer breed.

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The funny-looking Cesky Terrier is a mix between a Scottish Terrier and a Sealyham Terrier. They were bred to hunt vermin and have a sweet and lovable personality.

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The funny-looking Cesky Terrier is a mix between a Scottish Terrier and a Sealyham Terrier. They were bred to hunt vermin and have a sweet and lovable personality.

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Boykin Spaniels are great hunting dogs, and because they're so friendly and intelligent would make a great addition to any home. However, these dogs need lots of exercise so make sure you're active enough for them.

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Boykin Spaniels are great hunting dogs, and because they're so friendly and intelligent would make a great addition to any home. However, these dogs need lots of exercise so make sure you're active enough for them.

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The Bullmatian is a cross between a Dalmatian and a Bulldog, and typically inherits the coat pattern of its spotted parent. They are friendly and energetic with the added bravery of its tough-guy parent.

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The Bullmatian is a cross between a Dalmatian and a Bulldog, and typically inherits the coat pattern of its spotted parent. They are friendly and energetic with the added bravery of its tough-guy parent.

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The Golden Shepherd is a mix between a Golden Retriever and a German Shepherd. They are large and energetic, making them the perfect companion for someone who likes to exercise a lot. If you take them on a run, you likely won't be able to keep up!

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The Golden Shepherd is a mix between a Golden Retriever and a German Shepherd. They are large and energetic, making them the perfect companion for someone who likes to exercise a lot. If you take them on a run, you likely won't be able to keep up!

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Much like the Puli, the Komondor shares the same corded coat and is native to Hungary. This dog has a noble heritage and still holds onto its same protective instincts. If you want a non-threatening guard dog, this is it. 

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Much like the Puli, the Komondor shares the same corded coat and is native to Hungary. This dog has a noble heritage and still holds onto its same protective instincts. If you want a non-threatening guard dog, this is it. 

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The Pocket Beagle is a "compact scenthound" and closely related to the Beagle. Though they can be stubborn, some loving and training will help them learn commands. They're small and cuddly and sure to be your best friend in no time.

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The Pocket Beagle is a "compact scenthound" and closely related to the Beagle. Though they can be stubborn, some loving and training will help them learn commands. They're small and cuddly and sure to be your best friend in no time.

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The Xoloitzcuintli, or the Mexican Hairless Dog, is native to Mexico and is a pretty rare breed. They're intimidating in stature, but lovable at heart. If you're lucky enough to find one, they're sure to give you some cuddles.

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The Xoloitzcuintli, or the Mexican Hairless Dog, is native to Mexico and is a pretty rare breed. They're intimidating in stature, but lovable at heart. If you're lucky enough to find one, they're sure to give you some cuddles.

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