Our fuzzy canine friends mean so much too all of us, but how much do we really know?
When a dog sniffs another dog's behind, they are actually exchanging important information about each other. This process is known as "sniffing" and it helps dogs to identify each other and figure out if they are friend or foe.
Every single dog has a unique noseprint, just like a human fingerprint!
Dogs have a special sense of smell that is 10,000 times stronger than ours. They can even use their noses to track missing persons and detect diseases!
On average, dogs live for about 10-12 years but some
Dogs can sniff the same time as breathing!
They are now one of the most common breeds used as service dogs, thanks to their loyalty and intelligence.
Did you know that dogs only have sweat glands in their paws? This is why they often appear to be panting when they're hot - they're trying to cool themselves down through evaporation.
A dog's sense of smell is so powerful that it can detect odours that are imperceptible to us. For example, they can smell cancerous tumours long before they can be detected by any medical tests. A bloodhounds sense of smell is so good it can actually be used as evidence in a court of law!
The loveable basset hound is known for its big ears, droopy eyes, and short legs. But there’s more to these pups than meets the eye! Basset hounds can not swim!
Did you know that dogs have been shown to be able to sense when their owner is sad or upset? And they will often try to comfort their humans in these moments. Isn't that amazing?
