Look-alike breeds quiz

Love to be in the know about pet breeds? Try our quick tricky quiz on for size! 

 

Siberian Husky vs. Alaskan Malamute

Answer: The Siberian Husky is on the left, and the Alaskan Malamute is on the right.

Easiest way to tell them apart: Huskies have tails that point down, and Malamutes have tails that curve over their backs.

Birman vs. Siamese

Answer: The Birman is on the right, and the Siamese is on the left/right.

Easiest way to tell them apart: Birmans have white paws, whereas Siamese have dark paws.

Greyhound vs. Whippet

Answer: The Greyhound is on the right, and the Whippet is on the left.

Easiest way to tell them apart: Greyhounds are larger than Whippets, which are medium-sized dogs.

Shih Tzu vs. Lhasa Apso

Answer: The Shih Tzu is on the left, and the Lhasa Apso is on the right.

Easiest way to tell them apart: The Lhasa Apso has a longer snout, whereas the Shih Tzu has a shorter snout (which may admittedly be hard to tell under those long, flowing locks!).

Read all about your pet's characteristics in our dog and cat breed directory!