Match dog breeds to original jobs

What you’ll practice

Breed purpose is the key: you’ll connect physical traits and temperament to the work a breed was designed for—herding, retrieving, guarding, scenting, and more.

Every question uses 4 options and there’s no timer, so you can think it through instead of rushing.

Difficulty and quiz settings

Difficulty is mixed on purpose: well-known working roles show up alongside less obvious historical jobs, keeping the challenge fair and varied.

Before you start, choose your preferred question count and difficulty to tailor the session—go short for a quick warm-up or longer for deeper practice.

Common pitfalls (and how to avoid them)

• Confusing “hunting” roles (scent hound vs. sight hound vs. gun dog)
• Mixing up herding breeds with livestock guardians (move the flock vs. protect it)
• Assuming size equals job (small breeds often did serious vermin work)
• Over-relying on modern popularity instead of original purpose
• Forgetting regional history (similar jobs developed in different countries)

Tips to improve your score

Look for clues in breed groups, coat type, and typical working style, then eliminate options that don’t fit the job’s demands. If you miss one, treat it as a flashcard—repeat sessions at a higher difficulty once the basics feel automatic.