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The basics

Dogs are descended from which wild animal?

AnswerGray wolf

Dogs were domesticated from ancient wolves.

A rabbit's front teeth do what throughout its life?

AnswerKeep growing

Rabbit teeth grow continuously and are worn down by chewing.

Going deeper

Which small pet must get vitamin C from its diet because it can't make its own?

AnswerGuinea pig

Like humans, guinea pigs can't make vitamin C.

When are pet hamsters most active?

AnswerAt night and around dusk

Hamsters are mostly nocturnal.

Cats' whiskers are mainly used for what?

AnswerSensing their surroundings

Whiskers detect nearby objects and air movement.

Expert level

Which spotted dog breed was historically used as a carriage dog?

AnswerDalmatian

Dalmatians ran alongside horse-drawn carriages.

Roughly how many hours a day does a typical adult cat sleep?

Answer12 to 16

Cats sleep much of the day, often 12 to 16 hours.

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