NLOL Week 4

3. Most purebred dogs in shelters are surrendered due to _________ expectations, behavior problems, or change in lifestyle.
5. Herding dogs are often athletic and highly _____, also known to be nippy and high energy.
9. _____ group was used to hunt rodents, which can make them challenging around other animals.
10. Toy breeds were bred to be small companions and are typically ____ 20lbs, with varying temperaments.
11. Hound group was bred to hunt animals by sight or _____, and are often persistent and easily distracted.
12. Sporting group, such a retrievers and spaniels, was bred to hunt ______, and are often playful and high energy.
13. Except in specific cases (such as service dogs or working breeds), dogs today primarily serve as ________ to people.
15. _____ breeds, such as Chow Chows and Akitas, often prefer one person, quiet, only-dog households.
17. Recognizing physical characteristics of mixed breed dogs can help us anticipate their _______.
18. ____ Bull is not a breed of dog recognized by the AKC.

1. All dogs belong to the species of _____ familiaris.
2. Behavior is predicted more by _______ than the environment the dog is raised in (60% vs 40%).
4. ______ group of dogs do not fit into other categories and typically vary in size and behavior.
6. Dogs evolved to depend on their relationship with people due to warmth and ______.
7. Boxers, Rottweilers, Pit Bulls, Chihuahuas, German Shepherds, Chows/Shar Pei's are most prone to kennel ____ in shelters.
8. _______ breeding programs established specified working animals.
12. ____ breeds are the most common types of dogs in shelters.
14. Pit Bulls mature _____ later than most other breeds.
16. ______ group was used to guard property, livestock, or pull carts (boxers, huskies, mastiffs).