Our dogs are, of course, our greatest buddies. Therefore, we want to know everything about them! You probably already know quite a bit about your four-legged friend, but below you will read facts that will absolutely amaze you.
1. Dog noses are wet to help absorb odor chemicals
A dog's nose produces a special mucus that allows dogs to better absorb the chemicals of smell. After this, they lick their nose to better understand the scent.
2. A song by The Beatles contains a tone that only dogs hear
Paul McCartney once said that in the song "A Day in the Life" incorporates a special frequency that only dogs can hear. Put the song on for your dog and see what happens!
3. The longest dog in the world is over 111 centimeters
The Great Dane Zeus is in the Guinness Book of World Records with a length of a whopping 111.7 centimeters.
4. Basenji dogs do not bark, but yodel
Not all dogs bark! The Basenji is known for its unique sound: a kind of yodel or scream instead of barking.
5. Newfoundlands are born lifeguards
Newfoundlanders have water-repellent coats and flippers. They were originally bred to help fishermen and rescue drowning people. Some still try to "rescue" their owners while swimming.
6. Approximately 30% of dalmatians are deaf in one ear
This is due to a gene that accounts for their white coat and blue eyes. Dalmatians with more black spots are less likely to have this problem.
7. The Saluki is the oldest breed of dog in the world
The Saluki was kept as a royal pet as early as Ancient Egypt, more than 300 years before Christ. The breed is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest breed of dog.
Whether you are curious about dog facts or just enjoy their company, at a dog sitter in your area learn even more about their unusual behavior.
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