Mastiff Dog Breed Quiz

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According to the AKC, the English Mastiff and the Mastiff are different dog breeds.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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The heaviest dog ever reported by the Guinness Book of World Records was a Mastiff named Zorba. He reached a weight of 343 pounds.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Zorba the English Mastiff was an absolute giant. At his peak, he weighed a staggering 343 pounds and stretched 8 feet 3 inches from nose to tail—longer than many sofas. Standing roughly 3 feet tall at the shoulder, Zorba earned a place in the record books as one of the biggest dogs ever measured, proving that “massive Mastiff” can be taken very literally. </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average speed of Mastiffs?
- 17.54 mph
- 12.99 mph
- 14.65 mph
- 20.01 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The average running speed on Mastiffs as timedby the AKC is 17.54 mph. The fastest speed was by a dog named CH Rocking Oaks Admiral Hopper at 25.49 mph! </div>
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The Mastiff originated in
- Sicily
- the British Isles
- Ireland
- Romania
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According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Mastiff rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 72
- 60
- 48
- 37
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Mastiff is ranked at 72 in the book, meaning it will generally take 80-100 repetitions to teach a Mastiff new commands and they will follow a new command 25% of the time or less on the first try. </div>
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According to AKC breed standard, which of the following is NOT a standard Mastiff coat color?
- Apricot
- Black
- Brindle
- Fawn
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According to the C-BARQ data, where does the Mastiff rank among 124 breeds for aggression toward its owner?
- 93
- 114
- 81
- 70
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The C-BARQ data ranks the Mastiff 114th out of 124 breeds for aggression toward its owner—very low. That means Mastiffs are unlikely to bark, growl, bare teeth, snap, or bite when challenged, manhandled, stared at, stepped over, or approached while they have food or a toy. They're a gentle, calm breed that generally shows great respect and affection for their owners. </div>
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Osteosarcoma is an aggressive, painful bone cancer that accounts for about half of all cancer deaths in Mastiffs.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Osteosarcoma is an aggressive and painful bone cancer that is a major health concern in Mastiffs and other giant breeds. It often first shows up as limping, swelling, or significant bone pain, and unfortunately it can spread quickly—often before the cancer is even diagnosed. Treatment usually focuses on controlling pain and may include surgery and chemotherapy. While it remains a serious disease, treatment can improve comfort and give affected dogs additional quality time with their families. </div>
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In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Mastiff has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Great Dane
- Saint Bernard
- Irish Wolfhound
- Cane Corso
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Bullmastiff, Boerboel and the Saint Bernard show the most genetic similarity to the Mastiff. They share a high number of exact DNA stands with a common ancestor. </div>
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According to the C-BARQ data, where does the Mastiff rank among 124 breeds for chasing after smaller pets (prey drive)?
- 119
- 90
- 61
- 58
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The C-BARQ data ranks the Mastiff 119th out of 124 breeds for chasing after smaller pets—very low. That means Mastiffs generally aren't interested in running after cats, squirrels, chickens, or birds, even when given the chance. This information is based on what 179 Mastiff owners reported about their dogs' temperaments in the research survey. </div>

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Mastiff Dog Breed Quiz

According to the AKC, the English Mastiff and the Mastiff are different dog breeds.

The heaviest dog ever reported by the Guinness Book of World Records was a Mastiff named Zorba. He reached a weight of 343 pounds.

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average speed of Mastiffs?

The Mastiff originated in

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Mastiff rank in working/obedience intelligence?

According to AKC breed standard, which of the following is NOT a standard Mastiff coat color?

According to the C-BARQ data, where does the Mastiff rank among 124 breeds for aggression toward its owner?

Osteosarcoma is an aggressive, painful bone cancer that accounts for about half of all cancer deaths in Mastiffs.

In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Mastiff has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

According to the C-BARQ data, where does the Mastiff rank among 124 breeds for chasing after smaller pets (prey drive)?

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