Name That Dog Breed!

By: Kennita Leon
Estimated Completion Time
3 min
Name That Dog Breed!
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About This Quiz

If you're a true dog lover, then we have the perfect quiz for you. We're going to test your dog breed knowledge today by asking you to identify the kind of dog shown in each of our pictures. If you think you've got what it takes to ace this quiz, keep reading.

Over the centuries, dogs have cemented their place by man's side. These invaluable creatures protect us, show us love, and are capable of learning the most impressive abilities. Evolution and experimentation with breeding have made a wide variety of dogs available for us to keep as pets today, and with over 300 breeds and counting, it may not be the easiest thing to do to tell which is which. 

But we're going to ask you to do that today anyway. And don't think that we've made it easy for you this time around. Sure, we've sprinkled in some of the most recognizable breeds known today, but we've also added some that you may have never heard of, and they include the Bolognese, Komondor, and Puli. But if you're really an expert or a fan, this should be a piece of cake for you. Come show us that you really do know your dog breeds in this quiz. 


1 dachshund GettyImages-1072651672
Vsevolod Vlasenko / Moment / Getty Images
What's the actual name of the sausage or wiener dog?
Whippet
Pumi
Dachshund
Shiba Inu
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Wrong Answer

The Dachshund is a hound-type dog bred to chase, scent, and flush out badgers and other burrow-dwelling animals such as rabbits, moles, and rodents. It is short-bodied and is often referred to as the sausage dog or wiener dog.

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2 Swedish Vallhund
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A small European dog, what is the name of this particular breed?
Swedish Vallhund
Vizla
Sloughi
Pekingese
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Wrong Answer

The Swedish Vallhund is a small dog breed. Its characteristics include pointy ears, short legs and a thick double-coat. The breed was originally developed in Sweden as a herder of cows.

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3 Brittany GettyImages-584008216
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Which dog breed is this?
Schipperke
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Brittany
Mastiff
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Wrong Answer

The Brittany was named after its place of origin; the Brittany region of northwestern France. The breed is classified as a gun dog and is a medium-sized dog with a solid build and average sized heads and floppy ears. Brittanys have a median lifespan of 12 to 13 years.

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4 Plott hound
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The state dog of North Carolina, what is the name of this kind of dog?
Irish setter
Lakeland terrier
Goldendoodle
Plott
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Wrong Answer

The official state dog of North Carolina, the Plott is a large scent hound commonly referred to as the Plott Hound. It is covered in a fine brindle-coat.

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5 Newfoundland GettyImages-505247231
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Can you tell us what kind of dog is this?
Keeshond
Newfoundland
Whippet
Pomeranian
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Wrong Answer

As suggested by its name, the Newfoundland was first bred in Newfoundland, Canada. A working dog, the Newfoundland was used by fishermen. The Newfoundland breed is known for its intelligence, loyalty and strength.

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6 Samoyed GettyImages-588968312
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A Siberian hunting dog, what is this dog that is also called the Bjelkier known as?
Collie
Shiba Inu
German shepherd
Samoyed
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Wrong Answer

The Samoyed is a descendant of Siberian hunting and herding dogs. A Eurasian dog breed, the Samoyed is also known as the Bjelkier. It is identified by its dense, fluffy, double-layer coat of white and silver.

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7 Giant Schnauzer
Dogumentary TV / YouTube
A dog used to protect livestock, what would you call the canine in the picture?
Pumi
French bulldog
Giant Schnauzer
Chinese crested
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Wrong Answer

A guard dog, the Giant Schnauzer was used to guard and herd livestock both on farms and in cities. It is the largest of the three Schnauzer breeds. The breed was developed in 17th century Germany.

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8 Japanese Chin GettyImages-71261962
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This independent dog makes a great companion. What breed is it?
Schipperke
Japanese Chin
Sloughi
Vizla
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Wrong Answer

The Japanese Chin, also called the Japanese Spaniel, is a lap dog and companion dog known for its crossed-eyes. It is best known for its cat-like traits; independence, good sense of balance, preference for resting on high surfaces and using its paws to wash and wipe its face.

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9 Shih Tzu GettyImages-175758366
Daniela Duncan / Moment Open / Getty Images
What's this dog's breed?
Shih Tzu
Whippet
Irish setter
Chow chow
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Wrong Answer

As suggested by the name, the Shih Tzu is Chinese. It is also called the Chrysanthemum Dog. The Shih Tzu is a toy dog breed known for its friendly, affectionate and loyal temperament towards children and adults.

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10 Bolognese_dog_2
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Originating in Bologna, Italy, what is this dog's name?
Mastiff
Bolognese
Lakeland terrier
Keeshond
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Wrong Answer

The Bolognese is a small toy dog originating from Bologna, Italy. It is a Bichon-type breed with white coat and is known for being very affectionate.

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11 Scottish Terrier GettyImages-96222827
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Which of these breeds is this?
Scottish Terrier
Collie
Pomeranian
German shepherd
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Wrong Answer

The Scottish Terrier originated in Scotland. One of the five breeds of Terrier, the Scottish terrier is also known as the Aberdeen Terrier. Its coat ranges from dark gray, jet black and brindle and black and brown.

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12 Afghan Hound GettyImages-102851782
Markus Guhl / Photodisc / Getty Images
Named after the country it hails from, this dog was bred in the mountains. What is its name?
Goldendoodle
Pumi
Afghan Hound
Shiba Inu
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Wrong Answer

The Afghan Hound can be easily distinguished by its coat, which is extremely long and silky. A basal breed, the Afghan Hound is bred in the mountains of Afghanistan for its unique features.

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13 Labradoodle GettyImages-642367715
Agency Animal Picture / Photographer's Choice RF / Getty Images
The mixed breed comes from Australia. What is its name?
Schipperke
Sloughi
Labradoodle
Pembroke Welsh corgi
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Labradoodle originates from Australia. It is a cross-breed between the Labrador retriever and Miniature Poodle. Labradoodles have a life-span of 14 years and can weigh up to 65 pounds.

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14 Harrier_Dog_Show
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What name does this kind of dog go by?
Chihuahua
French bulldog
Harrier
Chinese crested
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Wrong Answer

The Harrier is a medium-sized hound breed. It was originally used for the hunting of hares. Its physical appearance strongly resembles that of an English hound.

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15 GettyImages-981908072
Agency Animal Picture / Photodisc / Getty Images
This dog is Maltese, although its name hints at it being Egyptian. Which is it?
Pharaoh Hound
Vizla
Mastiff
Irish setter
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Wrong Answer

The Pharaoh Hound is of Maltese origin. The dog is currently the national dog of Malta. Traditionally, the breed was used for rabbit hunting in the Maltese Islands. The Pharaoh Hound has a short coat which varies from tan to deep chestnut.

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16 Chinook_Olympics_07_136
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What is the name of this animal, which happens to be the state dog of New Hampshire?
Pomeranian
Whippet
Shiba Inu
Chinook
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Wrong Answer

The Chinook was originally bred as a rare breed of sled dog during the 20th century. It is now the official state dog of New Hampshire. Today it makes a friendly companion and competitor in dog sports.

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17 Catahoula leopard dog GettyImages-640891249
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The state dog of Louisiana, what's this dog's name?
Pumi
Catahoula leopard dog
Keeshond
German shepherd
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Wrong Answer

The state dog of Louisiana, the Catahoula Leopard is an American dog breed. The breed is named after the Catahoula Parish in Louisiana. It has a life-span of 10 to 14 years.

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18 Great Dane GettyImages-524164339
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Identify the breed of dog shown here.
Schipperke
Great Dane
Sloughi
Lakeland terrier
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Great Dane is one of the tallest dog breeds in existence measuring up to a total of 30 inches in height. Also known as the German Mastiff, the Great Dane originates in Germany. The breed was initially used for hunting.

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19 Havanese GettyImages-173524522
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This dog happens to be the national dog of Cuba. What is its name?
Chihuahua
Havanese
Pembroke Welsh corgi
Whippet
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The national dog of Cuba, the Havanese is also known as the Havana Silk Dog. It is a Bichon dog and has a soft, wavy coat of cream, white, beige, fawn, red, chocolate brown silver, gold, black or blue.

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20 Labrador Retriever GettyImages-1079603976
© by Martin Deja / Moment / Getty Images
Can you name this dog's breed?
Collie
French bulldog
Goldendoodle
Labrador Retriever
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Labrador retriever is popularly used for sporting, hunting and therapy aid. A type of retriever-gun dog, the Labrador breed is of both British and Canadian origin. The breed is known for its friendly temperament.

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21 Rottweiler GettyImages-495755925
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This pup can be traced back to the Roman Empire. What is it called?
Pumi
Mastiff
Rottweiler
Irish setter
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The origin of Rottweilers can be traced back to the Roman Empire. It is believed that the breed is descended from the Roman mastiff. Commonly referred to as Rotts, Rottweilers are one of the best-known guard dogs today. They are easily distinguished by their silky coat of black/brown and their dotted "eyebrows."

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22 Briard GettyImages-599446059
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A French breed, what is this dog called?
Chow chow
Briard
Schipperke
Shiba Inu
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Wrong Answer

The Briard is of French origin. It was initially developed as a herding dog. An ancient breed, the Briard is covered in a sleek coat of long hairs which are usually tawny, black, gray or blue.

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23 Bloodhound GettyImages-WL002292
Jeremy Woodhouse / Photodisc / Getty Images
What breed would you say this is?
Bloodhound
Pomeranian
Vizla
Sloughi
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bloodhounds are considered to be the best scent hounds. A European breed, Bloodhounds were originally bred for hunting deer, wild boar and tracking people. The breed has a strong tracking instinct and a keen sense of smell.

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24 Two_otterhounds
Wiki Commons
This dog is now a vulnerable breed. What is it called?
Keeshond
Chinese crested
Pembroke Welsh corgi
Otterhound
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Wrong Answer

The Otterhound is of British origin. An old breed, the Otterhound has a dense, shaggy coat of black/tan or liver/tan. To date, there are only 600 Otterhounds worldwide, and as a result, the dog has been listed as a vulnerable native breed.

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25 Scottish Deerhound
Deerhounds / YouTube
Of the options, which breed is shown in the picture?
Scottish deerhound
German shepherd
Chihuahua
Pumi
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Wrong Answer

As can be inferred from the name, the Scottish Deerhound is of Scottish origin. The breed was initially developed for the hunting of red deer. The Scottish Deerhound is a sighthound.

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26 Silky Terrier GettyImages-144329703
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This particular breed's coat can vary. But what is its name?
Silky Terrier
Lakeland terrier
Goldendoodle
French bulldog
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Silky Terrier was first bred in Australia as a small and compact short-legged terrier. The breed has a coat of long, silky fur. The coat varies from gray, white, blue and tan.

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27 FINNISH_SPITZ
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Hailing from Finland, what is this hunting dog's name?
Finnish Spitz
Schipperke
Mastiff
Irish setter
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Wrong Answer

The Finnish Spitz has its origin based in Finland where it is currently the national dog. The breed was developed for the hunting of squirrel and rodents. The Finnish Spitz is considered a bark pointer.

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28 Cockapoo GettyImages-531647479
Purple Collar Pet Photography / Moment Open / Getty Images
Can you match this dog to its breed?
Chow chow
Collie
Cockapoo
Sloughi
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Cockapoo is a cross-breed between an English Cocker Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. Cockapoos have different coats. Some have sleek coats while others have curlier ones.

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29 Xoloitzcuintli
Relic / YouTube
Also called the Mexican hairless dog, what is the other name for this breed?
Whippet
Xoloitzcuintli
Shiba Inu
Pomeranian
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Wrong Answer

The origin of the Xoloitzcuintli can be traced as far back as the Native American era. Commonly known as Xolo or the Mexican Hairless dog, the Xoloitzcuintli was believed to ward off evil spirits.

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30 Poodle GettyImages-113172922
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A miniature dog with a thick coat, this dog is usually associated with wealth. What is its name?
German shepherd
Pembroke Welsh corgi
Vizla
Poodle
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Wrong Answer

A poodle is a group of formal, popular dog breeds. The term is used collectively to refer to the Miniature Poodle, Standard Poodle, and Toy Poodle. The Poodle breed has a thick coat of curly, woolly, soft and wavy fur.

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31 Dalmatian GettyImages-168317370
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What kind of canine is this?
Keeshond
French bulldog
Pumi
Dalmatian
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Wrong Answer

The Dalmatian is popularly known for its unique spotted coat of black and white. A medium-sized breed, Dalmatians are energetic and playful.

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32 Monumental_Puli
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This dog's coat is like rope, but what is its name?
Chinese crested
Goldendoodle
Irish setter
Puli
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Puli is of a Hungarian origin. It is a small to medium sized dog originally used for herding and guarding livestock. The breed can be distinguished by its long, thick, rope-like coat. They are known for their loyal, intelligent, obedient, independent, friendly, playful, tough and headstrong nature.

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33 A_Coton_de_Tulear
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Its name is French but it hails from Madagascar. What kind of dog is it?
Coton de Tulear
Schipperke
Mastiff
Whippet
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Wrong Answer

The Coton de Tuléar originates from Tuléar, Madagascar. Named after its cotton-like coat, the Coton de Tulear is a small, non-shedding breed. Its coats varies from gray to black.

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34 Affenpinscher GettyImages-1012334738
Yvonne Van der Horst / Moment / Getty Images
Tell us the breed you think this dog is.
Lakeland terrier
Affenpinscher
Sloughi
Collie
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Affenpinscher originates from Germany, where it was developed during the 17th century. Also known as the Monkey Terrier, the Affenpinscher is a fuse between a terrier, pinscher and toy dog. The breed was initially developed to remove rodents in kitchens, stables, and granaries.

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35 GreyhoundGettyImages-PPE_078
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This athletic breed can run pretty fast. What is it called?
Greyhound
Shiba Inu
Pumi
Pembroke Welsh corgi
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Wrong Answer

The Greyhound is an athletic dog bred for coursing game and Greyhound racing. A European sighthound, the Greyhound is fast and can reach a speed of 43mph.

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36 Lowchen GettyImages-87786602
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What do you think this dog's breed is?
German shepherd
Lowchen
Chow chow
Pomeranian
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

As classified by the American Kennel Club, the Löwchen, also known as Little Lion Dog, is a non-sporting dog. Its long and wavy coat is commonly shaved to imitate the coat of a lion.

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37 Komondor GettyImages-496458795
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Also called the Hungarian sheepdog, what is the more common name of this dog?
French bulldog
Vizla
Komondor
Schipperke
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Wrong Answer

Also known as the Hungarian sheepdog, the Komondor is of Hungarian origin. As a result of its long corded white coat, the Komondor has been nicknamed the mop dog. It is a large breed used for guarding livestock.

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38 Papillon GettyImages-536958725
Purple Collar Pet Photography / Moment Open / Getty Images
French for "butterfly," what is the name of this kind of dog?
Goldendoodle
Irish setter
Keeshond
Papillon
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Wrong Answer

One of the oldest dog breeds, the Papillon is known as the continental toy spaniel. The Papillon is covered in a straight coat of white with colored patches. It has a short muzzle, erect or dropped ears with rounded tips.

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39 Weimaraner GettyImages-180953902
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Match the dog in the picture to its breed?
Weimaraner
Mastiff
Schipperke
Pembroke Welsh corgi
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The Weimaraner is of German origin. A large dog breed, the Weimaraner was developed during the 19th century for hunting large animals. It is covered in a smooth coat of charcoal-blue and gray.

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40 Maltipoo_Hagrid
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Its name indicates the country that its from. What's the dog's name?
Pomeranian
Sloughi
Maltipoo
Whippet
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Wrong Answer

The Maltipoo is a cross-breed between a Maltese and a Miniature Poodle. It has a life-span of 15 years and can weigh up to 10 pounds. It is commonly referred to as the Moodle.

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