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Question for Monday, August 19 2019

Young puppies should nap quite often during the day, and need about ___ hours of sleep in a 24-hour cycle. It’s good for their growth!

• 2-3
• 7-12
• 15-20 – correct answer
• 23-24

Puppies need 15-20 hours of sleep each day and nap often, so they might be sleeping in some peculiar places - just like these cute pups! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Sunday, August 18 2019

A flea can lay up to ___ eggs each and every day. They can fall off & nestle in furniture, carpets, and soil, then hatch later.

• 5
• 10
• 25
• 50 – correct answer

One flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day; that's 350 eggs per week! Your vet can recommend safe flea control during these fall months.

Question for Saturday, August 17 2019

Having ___ ready can protect you & your pup against attacks from bears and most other wild animals while out hiking the trails.

• Pepper spray – correct answer
• Dog treats
• Squeaky toys
• An old slipper

In tense situations with most wild animals, pepper spray is a humane way to keep them from attacking you or your best friend.

Question for Friday, August 16 2019

Big News! TODAY, we’re launching ______ to help remove plastic from the ocean… and help millions of marine animals hurt by plastic pollution!

• Save the Sea
• Free the Ocean – correct answer
• Free Willy
• No Mo Plastic

Today, is DAY ONE of "Free the Ocean", giving people a way (free) to help remove plastic from the ocean & help marine animals! Please check it out & answer the very first trivia question! Click for More! →

Question for Thursday, August 15 2019

Your feet will be as happy as your heart with these ___. They’re great for outdoor adventures, & feed 71 shelter animals!

• Cat Face Nightshirts
• Pet Face Pajama Shorts
• Pet Lover Sport Sandals – correct answer
• Pet Love Cozy Slippers

Wow, these Pet Lover Sport Sandals really give back! In addition feeding animals, they're also buy one, get one FREE. Click for Photos & BOGO Sale! →

Question for Wednesday, August 14 2019

Not only was Lucky born with ___ (he has one blue eye & one brown eye), but he also has a very unique marking above one of his eyes!

• Heterochromia – correct answer
• Porphyrin
• Tyndall scattering
• Chimera syndrome

Lucky the rescue dog has caught the eyes of fans with a unique combination of heterochromia & a dramatic black arc over his right brow. Click for Super-Cute Photos & More! →

Question for Tuesday, August 13 2019

Christina, a kind-hearted soldier, rescued a skinny and scared puppy in a war-torn area of Syria. “Tali” is now healthy, happy, and a beloved companion to his soldier mom… who wants to _____!

• Teach him tricks
• Leave him in Syria
• Take him home with her – correct answer
• Write a song for him

Tali is a lovable, big-eyed boy and a beloved companion to his rescuer and "soldier mom"- who can't bear to leave him in Syria and wants to bring him home with her! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Monday, August 12 2019

Sometimes described as a “nose with feet”, ___ wander if left alone, have big velvety soft ears, & are very friendly!

• Beagles – correct answer
• American Eskimo Dogs
• Dutch Shepherds
• Silky Terriers

Beagles, like Flash, have silly personalities. Just look what he does to stop his pet parents from leaving him home alone! Check Out This Funny Video! →

Question for Sunday, August 11 2019

This artificial sweetener is often found in toothpaste, gum, & sugar-free peanut butter. It can be toxic for dogs, even in small doses.

• Sodium chloride
• Xylitol – correct answer
• Aspartame
• Stevia

Xylitol triggers a dog's pancreas to release insulin, causing blood sugar levels to drop rapidly. Lock foods containing it safely away!

Question for Saturday, August 10 2019

When you give your dog a ___, always check it for splinters & make sure it’s not too small. Stay vigilant to keep your dog safe!

• Bone – correct answer
• Bed
• Tug toy
• Puppy

If your dog can tolerate bones, then follow these simple rules to make sure they're safe while chewing this tasty treat!

Question for Friday, August 9 2019

The movie ___ is adapted from a best-selling novel written by Garth Stein, who tells a story from a golden retriever’s point of view.

• A Dog's Way Home
• The Art of Racing in the Rain – correct answer
• Marley & Me
• Fast Travels Through Life

In The Art of Racing in the Rain, a sweet dog tells the story of a family's struggle, & reminds us that dogs truly are man's best friend. Click To See The Video Trailer! →

Question for Thursday, August 8 2019

On August 1st, the United States Postal Service released a series of ___ that honor our favorite military working dogs.

• Pens
• Stamps – correct answer
• Packing tape
• Prepaid boxes

These beautifully illustrated stamps honor the courageous canines that have aided our soldiers since World War I. Take a look! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Wednesday, August 7 2019

Country singer Dierks Bentley & a shelter pup named Goose each appeared on the Today Show. Bentley was instantly inspired to ___ the pup!

• Bathe
• Walk
• Adopt – correct answer
• Brush

Dierks felt a connection with the border collie mix, and adopted him after the show. See how this "match made in heaven" came to be! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Tuesday, August 6 2019

Want to feed MORE shelter pets? For just ____ a day, you can join Kibble Plus, and we’ll DOUBLE the kibble donated (plus more) every day you answer the trivia question!

• $1.00
• $5.00
• 17 Cents – correct answer
• $2.00

We'll DOUBLE your daily kibble donation plus vaccinate a shelter pet each month AND donate a 10,000 piece bonus when you sign up for Kibble Plus - for just 17 CENTS a day! Click for More! →

Question for Monday, August 5 2019

Dogs have a sense of smell that is 10,000-100,000 times better than ours. To maximize that ability, their adorable noses are often ___!

• Cold
• Warm
• Wet – correct answer
• Dry

Scent particles stick to wet noses, allowing for easier detection and identification. Can you identify these dogs by their noses? Click for Photos & Fun Quiz! →

Question for Sunday, August 4 2019

The recent successful retrieval of ___ from a 14,000-year-old partially domesticated canid preserved in permafrost has scientists very excited!

• Mitocondria
• RNA – correct answer
• Live bacteria
• None of the above

Scientists were excited to isolate RNA from an ancient canid. Future studies could help us better understand our modern canine friends!

Question for Saturday, August 3 2019

The newest tech on the market for dogs is ___! It can help find lost pets, but is Fido’s information (and yours) safe?

• Quantum computing apps
• Facial recognition technology – correct answer
• Cybernetic voice implants
• Dino-robots for dog parties & pranks

Facial recognition for dogs is real, supposed to be 98% accurate, and helping some families find their lost dogs.

Question for Friday, August 2 2019

Keep your morning beverage warm & show off your favorite critter with this ___. Did we mention there are several designs to choose from?

• Alpaca Wool Fingerless Mitten Set
• Bond Between Sisters Pin
• Sunshine Daydream Hooded Jacket
• Pet Lover Gift Boxed Travel Mug – correct answer

Bring your favorite fur-friend along wherever you go with this beautiful Pet Lover Gift Boxed Travel Mug, & feed 35 shelter animals! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Thursday, August 1 2019

Introducing furry siblings can be tense, but when pitbull-mix Molly met her new baby kitten, she immediately started to …

• Wag her tail
• Give kisses
• Run away nervously
• Give kisses & wag her tail – correct answer

This adorable baby kitten is going to have one amazing big sister. Molly just couldn’t stop wagging her tail & giving kisses! Click for Sweet Video & More! →

Question for Wednesday, July 31 2019

After leaving his wife & dog for 9 months of active ___, Gabriel Carlos returned home to surprise his dog, Benny, in a happy reunion.

• Triathlon training
• Military deployment – correct answer
• Firefighter duty
• Speed hiking

When Gabriel returned from military deployment, his wife grabbed the camera & recorded Benny's reaction to finally seeing his dog-dad! Click for Photos, Video & More! →

Question for Tuesday, July 30 2019

Give your dog the pawfect day by providing them with ___, and of course some quality one-on-one time with their favorite human!

• Doggy massage
• Interactive toys
• A fun walk
• All of the above – correct answer

See how interactive toys, doggy massages, and a good walk can create the best day in your dog's life - we'll show you how! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Monday, July 29 2019

The U.K. Kennel Club hosted their 14th annual competition, in which contestants submitted over 7,000 stunning ___ of their dogs.

• Paintings
• Videos
• Sculptures
• Photos – correct answer

The winning photo is of Merlin, a deaf, 14-year-old rescue dog! Other submissions include puppies, therapy dogs, & even a muddy shepherd. Click for Amazing Photographs & More! →

Question for Sunday, July 28 2019

Believe it or not, one helpful way to assess your dog’s health is to monitor the ___ of his ___! It’s kind of gross, but important.

• Taste, food
• Consistency, feces – correct answer
• Color, toys
• Alertness, peers

Get ready, pooper scoopers! A change in the consistency of Fido's feces could indicate a health problem. Monitor & talk to your vet!

Question for Saturday, July 27 2019

The variation of color and texture in the fur of our canine friends is amazing! A typical dog’s coat is made up of:

• Guard hairs
• Undercoat
• Whiskers
• All of the above – correct answer

Your dog's amazing coat probably has a soft, insulating undercoat, stiffer water-shedding guard hairs, & very touch-sensitive whiskers!

Question for Friday, July 26 2019

Your ___ have shared your secrets, offered a helping hand, & given you unconditional love. Show how much they mean to you with a ___.

• Golden Retrievers, Outdoor Paw Print Bird Feeder
• Sisters, Bond Between Sisters Pin – correct answer
• Rescue pups, Festival Cats Apron
• Rivals, Paw Print Collar Remembrance Ring

Pick out your favorite Bond Between Sisters Jewelry & get a second one FREE! You’ll feel good about feeding 35 shelter animals, too. Click for Photos & Special Offer! →

Question for Thursday, July 25 2019

Instead of taking their pups to Area-51, one shelter dressed their pups up as faux ___ in order to help adoptions!

• Spaceships
• Aliens – correct answer
• Cats
• Astronauts

The OKC Animal Welfare group isn't hunting aliens, but their doggy tin-foil hats & clever adoption tactics are helping pets find homes! Click for Silly Adoption Photos & More! →

Question for Wednesday, July 24 2019

12-year old Darius started sending shelter animals custom-made ___, normally reserved for formal occasions, to help them get adopted!

• Top hats
• Bow ties – correct answer
• Cumberbuns
• Ball gowns

Darius has donated hundreds of colorful bow ties to spruce up adoption photos for these shelter dogs & cats. How adorable! Click for Sweet Photos & More! →

Question for Tuesday, July 23 2019

Celebrate National Feed A Rescue Pet Week with us! Just $10 can help dogs (and cats) get lots of ___, freeing up funds for critical veterinary care.

• Walks
• Food – correct answer
• Toys
• Blankets

Just $10 provides 200 bowls of food to shelter pets, freeing up funds for treatment & prosthetics - like for the amazing Lieutenant Dan! Click for photos & Lieutenant Dan's story! →

Question for Monday, July 22 2019

Shelters and foster networks near you will likely be able to help you find the dog ___ you want – be patient, & be sure to ask around!

• Size
• Breed
• Age
• Any of the above – correct answer

It might take a little time to connect with shelter networks, but you can usually find the size, age, or breed you're looking for. We can help you with the next step! →

Question for Sunday, July 21 2019

It’s official! The denizens of Tennessee have formally selected a state dog as of this year. They’ve chosen the ___!

• Kerry Blue Terrier
• Bluetick Coonhound – correct answer
• Catahoula Leopard Dog
• Blue Labrador Retriever

Tennessee has a new state dog: the Bluetick Coonhound! This all-American breed is a fabulous choice, known for being friendly & active.

Question for Saturday, July 20 2019

Eric Knight developed the character ___, a Rough Collie, in a short story. Eventually she made her way into movies & television!

• Benji
• Lassie – correct answer
• Perdita
• Toto

The original "Lassie" was portrayed by a dog named Pal who starred in 6 different movies about our favorite Rough Collie!

Question for Friday, July 19 2019

When JD was deployed, his rescue dog, Brindle, started moping. So JD came up with a creative way to comfort Brindle: he sent home a ___!

• Group picture
• New toy
• Bag of dog food
• Smelly t-shirt – correct answer

A smelly t-shirt may seem like a weird gift, but JD knew it would help Brindle feel a little less lonely during his deployment. It worked! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Thursday, July 18 2019

Cyanobacteria, also known as ___, flourish in warm, nutrient-rich freshwater. These “blooms” are dangerously toxic for you & your pet!

• Blue-green algae – correct answer
• Phytoplankton
• Cryoplankton
• Black algae

Before you let your dog leap into that water, know what to watch for. Blue-green algae toxicity can swiftly cause sickness, & even death. Click for Photos & Life-saving Tips! →

Question for Wednesday, July 17 2019

This annual Dog Film Festival premieres in New York City & aims to ___ through various short films that benefit animal shelters!

• Educate
• Entertain
• Fundraise
• All of the above – correct answer

This festival has showings across the nation! It's an entertaining way to educate the public & raise funds for a good cause. Check it out! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Tuesday, July 16 2019

An eye-opening study shows that in the last 33,000 years, ___ has caused our dog friends’ brows to evolve a more expressive appearance!

• Walking together
• Better food
• Domestication – correct answer
• Grooming

Domestication continues to differentiate dogs from their wolf ancestors: now their eyebrows are more expressive. Cue the puppy dog eyes! Click for Photos & More! →

Question for Monday, July 15 2019

___ care for a lot of dogs, from puppies to seniors, until they’re adopted. That way as many as possible get a chance at a furrever home!

• Elementary kids
• Dog walkers
• Foster parents – correct answer
• Airline pilots

People often wonder why foster parents don't just keep the dogs they take care of. Check out one foster mom's excellent explanation! Click for Photos & More! →