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Here are some interesting facts about dogs you didn't know about!
Below is a list of some of the best facts about dogs that are out there. I’m sure you will find something you haven’t come across before. Check out #26, this one is my favorite.
32 Facts About Dogs
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1. The tallest dog in the world is how tall?
This massive dog has certainly earned its place and is given the top of the list for interesting facts about dogs.
The tallest dog recorded was in Otsego, Michigan, USA. The name of this Great Dane was Zeus and measured 44 inches on October 4, 2011. This giant dog weighed 155 lbs and consumed 30 lbs of food every two weeks.
2. Dog’s do not have an appendix
Don’t worry about your dog getting appendicitis, this is because your pooch doesn’t have one. Dogs do have a cecum, which is similar to an appendix.
3. Basset Hounds aren’t capable of swimming
Well, they kind of can. Just Basset Hounds says they just aren’t very good at it. The majority of their body weight is in the front, which sets them up for disaster.
4. Country dogs die 3 years earlier than city dogs
On average city, dogs outlive country dogs by three years.
5. 30-50 people die every year in the US from dog bites
While fatalities from dog attacks are considered rare, there has been an increase in deaths from dog bites in the United States.
6. World’s smallest dog in the world is a Boo Boo
According to the book of world records, these tiny little dogs have a height of 9.65 cm. The record came from Puerto Rico (Milly) on February 21, 2013.
7. Fastest dogs on earth are the Greyhounds
These sighthounds can reach record speeds of 45 miles per hour and are known as the fastest dogs for short distances.
8. The tallest dog ever recorded was a Great Dane
On October 4, 2011, Zeus became the biggest dog in the world, measuring a height of 44 inches. This Great Dane died in 2014 but still manages to hold the record for being the largest dog.
9. Dogs wet nose helps absorb scents
Their wet nose does an excellent job of absorbing scents, and also helps the dog regulate body temperature. An amazing fact about dogs.
10.Sweat glands between your dog’s paws
Dogs sweat through areas of their body that aren’t covered with fur. One of the areas they can sweat is their paws.
11.Dachshunds originally fought badgers
These dogs were originally bred to fight badgers and an assortment of other ground animals in their dens.
Great job Ozzy, this has put your dog on the facts about dogs.
12.Ozzy Osborne saves wife’s dog from attack
Quickly reacting is how Ozzy Osborne saved his wife’s dog from a coyote attack. He tackled and wrestled with the coyote until it finally released the pomeranian dog. Great job Ozzy!
13.There are roughly 900 million dogs globally
Yes, you heard that right. There’s an estimate of 900 million dogs worldwide, now that’s a lot of dogs.
14.“Grumble” is what you call a bunch of Pugs
A group of Pugs are known as grumble or grumbling but grumble seems to be the term most frequently used.
15.Dogs are more likely to hunt in a pack
It only takes a minimum of two dogs to form a pack, and are more likely to hunt something if chasing it with another dog.
16.Dogs can smell up to 10,000 times better
This little nose isn’t so little when you think about what it can actually do. It has the ability to detect a wide variety of smells and can do it about 10,000 better than us. Good job Fido, someone gives him a biscuit.
17.Labrador Retriever most popular dog in the USA
The Labrador Retriever has held its title as the most popular dog in the United States, while the German Shepherd comes in second.
18.Labrador Retriever most popular in Canada
Looks like Canada and the US have something in common with dogs. The Labrador Retriever is one of the top choices for a dog, and the German Shepherd takes second place. It’s not hard to see why these two dogs seem to be a favorite for the population.
19.Newfoundlands are great swimmers
Swimming is not a problem for these adorable dogs. Their webbed feet make
water a great spot for these dogs to thrive, and the fact that this muscular dog has waterproof fur too helps.
20.Ewok from Star Wars was modeled from the family dog of George Lucas
The creation of the Ewoks was made from the image of a Griffon Bruxellois, which was a dog George Lucas owned.
21.Dogs are intelligent as a two-year-old child
The average capabilities of a dog are similar to a two-year-old child, while there are a few breeds that are comparable to a child who is 2 ½ years of age.
22.Dogs have a nictitating membrane
This eyelid gives dogs an extra layer of protection. This transparent nictitating the membrane allows the canine to keep its eyes moist, and still are capable of maintaining their vision.
23.Pet a dog to lower blood pressure
Looking for a way to lower blood pressure? Try petting a dog.
24.Almost ⅓ of Dalmatians are deaf in one ear
30% of Dalmations have hearing problems, with around 8% completely deaf, and 20% can only hear from one ear.
25.Obesity is the biggest health challenge for dogs
Weight problems aren’t just a problem for us, this is also a big issue for dogs.
The majority of the canine population is overweight, which is a major contributor to a lot of the health issues they are currently facing.
This one tops my list for one of the most interesting facts about dogs.
26. Dog on the Cracker Jack Box named Bingo
After 20 years of selling this delightful treat, the company founders felt it was necessary to make some changes to the product packaging.
Frederick Rueckheim decided to use his grandson as the mascot but unfortunately died shortly after because of pneumonia.
Later on, Henry Eckstein wanted to add something to the packaging as well.
A year later after the creation of Sailor Jack, Henry had taken in a stray canine known as Russell.
Because of Henry’s position with the company, he was successful with having
this dog added to the package, which is when Sailor Jack’s dog, Bingo, was
Created.
27. Highest dog populations in the world
28. Dogs can see more than black & white
Dog’s primary colors are grey, blue, yellow, and greenish-yellow. The original thought of dogs being only capable of seeing blk & white is untrue.
29. Dogs are capable of learning a lot
The average dog is capable of learning up to 165 words and gestures, while some of the best are capable of 250 or more.
30. A Dog Shaped Building?
Here’s a fun fact: In New Zealand, there is a building shaped like a dog.
31. The body temperature in dogs is higher
A dog’s body temperature is around 37.8-39.2 Celsius, while human temperature ranges from 36.1-37.2 Celsius.
32. Dogs won’t hog the television remote
Okay, this one might be a bit silly, but a fact is a fact. Your loyal canine companion will watch tv with you without touching the controller. If you need a fact about dogs that can’t be questioned, then this is it.
Final Thoughts
I have to admit that I enjoyed putting this together for everyone. There were some fun facts about dogs throughout the list. I imagine a few of these would have surprised you, just as it did for me.
The idea of writing this piece was to leave with a bit more than what you originally knew.
You should now know a few amazing facts about dogs, and will likely be able to surprise a few people the next time there’s an opportunity to drop an interesting fact on dogs.
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