QUIZ: Identify These Common Dog Breeds

This dog breed is the ultimate retriever, which is why it is often used when hunting ducks and other birds. The animals that get caught are generally retrieved without too much damage because this dog breed has a soft mouth.

Known as the largest breed in the spaniel family, they often have mostly white coats with orange or lemon markings. Although originally bred to find and retrieve animals for hunters, they’re also quite affectionate and gentle.

If someone ever finds themself in a pickle when they're in the middle of a large pool, a Lab will be like David Hasselhoff coming to the rescue. They’re also very eager to please and make amazing pals and guide dogs for the blind.

Some are hairless, others have full coats, but whatever variety someone chooses, they can rest assured that their playful, sweet-tempered attitude will enchant their heart. But they do have sensitive skin, especially the hairless ones, so apply lots of sunscreen when they’re outdoors.

They might look scary and mean, but that’s just a front. In reality, they’re the ultimate family dogs because they’re very gentle and silly. So, once they get to know their owner, they'll be putty in their paws.

It's true that a Border Collie once broke the world record for being the fastest dog to open a car window? This breed is considered the most intelligent and also the most agile among its kind.

They’re known for being elegant and extremely tall. On average a male grows to 86 cm, and a female grows to 81 cm. But anyone who watched Scooby Doo as a kid is probably already familiar with this breed.

Xolo for short is a hairless dog breed that is known for being a loyal companion, alert and protective, too. Mexicans believe that this breed guides the souls of the dead through the dangerous underworld.

Pomeranians have a lot of confidence for their size and tend to be quite gutsy around larger animals. And yet, they’re loyal to the T and make awesome therapy dogs, too.

They might look like they’re sleepy all the time, but they were bred for rescue work. So besides being friendly and gentle, they’re great at search and rescue missions, especially if their owner finds themself lost and injured in the middle of nowhere.

Dalmatians have a white coat marked with black spots and are highly intelligent, playful and energetic, which is why kids love them. But anyone who has watched "101 Dalmatians" probably already knows this.

These athletic greyhound-like pooches are huge, shaggy and very fast, too. In fact, they can reach speeds of up to 40 miles an hour. But they’re also quite gentle and respectful which makes them great pets.

These hounds are native to Spain and have a uniquely-shaped nose that looks almost fork-like in shape. They’re often used to hunt animals like rabbits.

They’re alert, active and oh-so faithful. But most people know them because their coats are often primped, preened and trimmed. But another reason they’re groomed this way is so their movements aren’t obstructed while they’re in the water.

They’re one of the few rare breeds that were mentioned in the Old Testament and in the Middle Ages, if a commoner was caught owning one, they would face execution.

They have lots of energy and are quite playful. And while they might look like wolves, they’re actually very kind and affectionate, which is one of the main reasons they’d make awful guard dogs.

At a glance they look like a baby lamb, but they’ve been used in racing, sports and are considered a hunter’s best friend. And if a house has vermin like rats, this breed will sniff them out and get rid of the problem for the homeowner.

This breed is of Hungarian origin and is famous for its tight curled coat that looks an awful lot like dreadlocks. They’re mostly used to guard livestock and help shepherds herd their flocks.

This breed has a distinctively long muzzle and is also very muscular and energetic, which is one of the reasons why they’re so great to keep around for protection. They’re also quite loyal and affectionate which is why kids love them so much.

This cattle herding dog is playful, friendly and outgoing. They’re also extremely protective and loyal which would definitely explain why Queen Elizabeth has one by her side all the time.

Officially recognized as a piece of Peru’s heritage, this dog is agile, swift and noble to the bone. But back in the day, they were bred to act as a living, breathing bed warmer.

They’re known for having a wrinkly, muzzled face and are quite sociable, playful and attentive. They’re also pretty quiet, too and prefer to spend time cuddling on their owner's lap while they Netflix and chill.

This breed earned its name because of the area their packs tend to roam in. When they first join the family, they might be shy and suspicious at first. But once they get to know their owner, they’ll be gentle and loyal.

This dog is intelligent, energetic, loving and gentle. They're also very inquisitive and independent, too. Another interesting note about this breed is that its name “Catahoula” means sacred lake among the Chocktaw tribe.