Dog's Life
10 Fun Facts about Dogs
By Trey Garrison
1. Your dog’s nose has about 220 million scent-sensitive cells, compared to just 10 million scent cells for you! The breed with the most scent cells? Bloodhounds, of course, with 300 million. During a walk together, let him sniff around—even if it’s something earthy. He’s enjoying what for you would be a picturesque sunset. Let him savor the bouquet of whatever it is he’s interested in. Every new smell for him is like seeing the Grand Canyon so stop and enjoy!
2. Your dog knows you first by smell. Don’t worry—his nose is sensitive enough that no matter if you are all showered and perfumed, or just back from the gym, he smells the real you every time.
3. Do you know what your dog enjoys most about his food? The taste and aroma! While his nose is 20 times more sensitive than yours, flavor is important to your dog.
4. Your dog’s hearing is five times better than yours. Dogs hear up to 50,000 to 65,000 cycles per second – humans, just 20,000. You want to know why he perks up long before you hear someone walking up to the door? There you have it!
5. Like you, dogs sweat. They cool off by panting, but they do have sweat glands on the pads of their feet.
6. Dogs laugh! To the human ear, it sounds like an ordinary pant, but animal behavior experts have proven that dogs actually laugh!
7. Your dog’s peripheral vision is between 180 and 270 degrees, depending on the shape of his face and the length of his nose. Visual capabilities vary by breed, but their ability to detect size, small and rapid movements and see in low levels of light make them successful hunters.
8. You know how you view your companion as a best friend? He views you the same way. Behaviorists have it down firm: he’s as linked to you as you are to him. When he has someone on his home turf whose companionship he enjoys, he sees you as part of the pack. In fact, if your bond is strong, his allegiance to you is more powerful than that to his species. Dogs feel the same need for togetherness that you do, and they offer their loyalty unconditionally.
9. His whiskers are the ultimate radar system! While whiskers may look cute, they serve a valuable function! Whiskers are very sensitive hairs that can sense the slightest change in air flow and pressure and assist in navigating in low-light and small-space situations. It’s a holdover from his ancestors’ days when wind carried the scent of predator, prey or other pack members.
10. He wants to learn new things with you. With few exceptions, most sports or activities are perfect for the ultimate team, you and your best friend! Beyond the obvious such as Frisbee® hiking, hunting and swimming, dogs also enjoy touch football, soccer and even yoga! The simple trick? Patience and a reward! He has an active mind; treat him as you would any newcomer to a hobby, and in no time you will both be making memories.
Comments:
On August 22nd, Jessica from Los Angeles, CA wrote:
i love my doggy shadow she is barley 4 months she is my cuttie pie. she protects me and she keeps me company. i just love her
On April 10th, Carline from Florida wrote:
I have 2 Rottiweilers , Zeus & BoBo. Zeus howls when he hears the sirens of the fire trucks. BoBo likes to give hugs. BoBo stands 5'8". still growing. They are my babies.
On January 23rd, Moon wrote:
We have 4 dogs and all have different personalities. They are all girls, lab, austrailian shepard, pit bull and spanish terrier. The terrier is the smallest and runs the house.
On January 17th, Lola wrote:
I have a dog Daisy and she is so smart! she has the dumbest attitude but can learn 2-5 tricks in an hour!she is adorable!!!!!!!!!
On January 15th, sherry-lynn from williamsburg,va wrote:
My dog is a shetie , he has been such a joy & comfort to me. I got him when I lost my female due to kidney disease. My marty is 3 years old &. would play 24 hrs. a day if I would let him.
On January 5th, Diane Israel from Boca Raton, FL wrote:
My Tucker is very amazing. He is a therapy dog who performs many tricks for the residents that we visit. He can say his prayers, bow, stack the different size baby rings in order, give kisses & more
On January 5th, BARBARA MICHAEL wrote:
MY DOG SHAY IS VERY SMART. SHE IS VERY QUICK AT GETTING THE SQUIRLS OUT OF THE BIRD FEEDER ON THE BACK PORCH. I JUST GIVE HER THE HAND SIGNAL AND OFF SHE GOES. SHAY IS A CHOCLATE WHITE BOARDER COLLIE
On January 4th, Anita Carter from Oregon wrote:
My Chihuahua Stevie, has all these senses of course. But he knows how to spell words too. He likes dog jerky and chicken. Just try to sneak it past him by spelling it out !
On January 4th, Carolyn Culp wrote:
My dog, Greta Garbo, a Standard Schnauzer, is certainly my best friend!!! In the morning, she knows just what is going to be the plan for the day .. if I shower first, it's work; if it's shorts-play!
On January 3rd, Ellen Davis wrote:
our dog jars the door knob with his nose when he wants to go out, he always gives you a kiss when you greet him,so loveable,our two dogs,are a team ,one in front door,other in back,to bark at intruder
On January 3rd, Suzan from San Diego, CA wrote:
Houdini is 12 years, and has gone blind and deaf, but his nose is working. When I come home at night it's my scent that alerts him. We use scented toys so he can find them and he's doing great.
On January 3rd, Gene Willilams from Bufor , Georgia wrote:
Now that was great, I enjoyed that more than anything that I have gottern from Purina.. thanks again ..Gene and Mr. Murdoch bow bow..
On January 3rd, paul perry from northumberland wrote:
We Have two cats as well as Ben our dog so it is really funny when the cats purr Ben tries to do the same,and I must admit it does sort of resemble a purr.
On January 3rd, Jean from Florida wrote:
This was a very interesting article ! It had a lot of information I had not known.
On January 3rd, royce d louy from Malta,n.y. wrote:
have a Jack Russell born deaf His noseand scent abilities are unbelievable This breed is also one of the most loyal and wishes to share everything
On January 3rd, Natalie from Missouri wrote:
Our 11 year old yorkie is Amazing to us. She is so well behaved. Couldn't love her anymore than we do. In her eyes I believe she thinks she is one of us. :) She is our little Poohy. lv her
On January 3rd, Cheryl from Venice Ca. wrote:
everything about Taz is amazing! On New Years my hubby and I each kissed Taz before kissing each other..he's our boy! He's a 4 year old black lab and weighs about 110, so he's a big baby boy..lol..
On January 3rd, Sara Stark from Des Moines, IA wrote:
George is such a sweetie! He knows if I'm happy, sad or don't feel good. He's also my protector & lets me know if something's going on that shouldn't be.
