What Animal Keeps the Best Time? is a quick pun about pets and clocks. Guess, then tap Show Answer.
Riddle: What animal keeps the best time?
Answer: Watchdog
Need a hint?
Think of something you wear on your wrist, plus a pet.
Answer and explanation (spoiler!)
The answer is a watchdog.
A watchdog guards a house by keeping watch. But a “watch” also tells the time, so a watchdog must be great at keeping time!
It’s a pun on the two meanings of “watch”.
Difficulty: Easy · Best for: ages 6 and up
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FAQ
What is a watchdog?
A dog kept to guard a home and bark when strangers come near.
Is this good for kids?
Yes. It’s short and silly, and kids love explaining the joke.