Puppy Mill Awareness Day – Adopt a Dog Quiz

 

Question 1

1. How long should a puppy stay with it’s mother?

A. 4 weeks

B. 6 weeks

C. 12 weeks

D. Until they eat canned food

Answer 

C. From 6-12 weeks is an important emotional growth time. Puppies learn proper dog etiquette as well as boundaries. When puppies are removed from their mothers too early and then shipped to homes, or pet stores, many times it causes housebreaking issues, separation anxiety, aggression and other behavioral problems.

Question 2

2. You should never adopt a large dog if you live in an apartment

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

Some small dogs have a VERY high energy level or may be very vocal. While some larger breeds can be couch potatoes who will snuggle all day! It is very important to research before getting a dog, after all it is a 10-15 year commitment!

Question 3

3. If you don’t have a fenced in yard, the best way for your dog to exercise is tied to a tree.

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

A tied dog is a very unhappy dog. They will run in circles bark and try to get your attention because they only want to be with the people they love. When you adopt your dog, you become their family. They need your time and love to thrive. Tied dogs suffer horribly, many become aggressive by protecting their little space. Other animals can come hurt them and they can’t protect themselves. They also suffer in the summer and winter as temperatures become unbearable. Better exercise ideas are dog parks, or leash walks!

Question 4

4. Heart worms are spread from:

A. Dirt

B. Fleas

C..mosquitos

D. Animals sharing water bowls

Answer 

C.. mosquitos

If a mosquito bites an infected animal and then bites your dog, your dog will contract heartworm unless they are on preventative. It is important to test for heartworm before starting preventative. Many dogs die each year from heartworm’s. Make sure you talk to your veterinarian about this the next time you bring you dog to visit!

Question 5

5. What should you do if you see a strange dog running loose?

A. Chase the dog and try to catch him or her

B. Call your police or animal control

C. Don’t worry, they find their way home

D. Run quickly the other way.

Answer 

B. Call your police or animal control

The safest and best thing to do is run home and tell an adult where you saw the dog, what the dog looked like and let them call your local police or animal control. Many times owners are unaware their dogs escaped from the yard or else they are frantically looking for them! Dog who are lost are scared and won’t be their playful selves! It’s possible they will bite out of fear so please let a grown up handle them.

Question 6

6. Dogs only should go to the veterinarian if they are ill.

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

For your dog to live a long healthy life, they should have regular check up’s at your local veterinarian’s office.

Question 7

7. Dogs love to stay out in cold weather, after all, they have coats on!

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

Dogs are like people, many love to play in the snow, some really dislike getting their paws wet! The cold can hurt a dog as badly as it can a person. Please limit the time your dog stays outside. If it is too cold for you, it is too cold for your dog.

Question 8

8. To get a healthy dog, it’s best to get one at the pet store.

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

99% of puppies in pet store come from puppy mills. Breeders who own puppy mills do not care about the health or well being of their dogs. They care about selling many, many puppies and making a lot of money. Many times these puppies are very ill. Your parents can spend $1000.00 on a puppy only to have to spend $5000.000 to make the puppy healthy.

The very best place to get a dog, cat, puppy or kitten is an animal shelters or animal rescue. Petfinder.com has each and every type available. Your family will literally save a life, save money and get a healthy furry companion!

Question 9

9. Which statement is correct:

A. If I adopt an older dog, the dog won’t love me as much

B. If I get a shelter dog, the dog will have something wrong with him or her

C. One bowl of water a day should be enough for any dog.

D. Leash walking your dog will make a better bond between you and your dog.

Answer 

D. Leash walking your dog will make a better bond between you and your dog.

A. Older dogs are usually housebroken and trained! They are great for working families as puppies take a lot of time!

B. Usually dogs are surrendered to shelters for no reason of their own. Divorce, sickness or death in a family, family moving, allergies..so many reasons…

C. Dogs should have plenty of fresh clean water available all the time!

Question 10

10. Dog crates should only be used when dogs are babies and then as punishment.

A. True

B. False

Answer 

B. False

Crate training is a positive way of training a puppy. Dogs do not see a crate as punishment but more like a safe place. Never use one as punishment, more like a play pen for a baby. Crating for long periods is cruel though. Please remember your dog desires to be with you!