Dogs have been the most compassionate and man’s best friend over the years. Their immense ability to be so unwaveringly loyal, protective, intelligent and alert with those expressive eyes, will make you question these God’s marvelous creation.
Dog’s show their love and affection in different ways whether it be licking us, staring, tail wagging, barking to communicate with us or forming bonds with humans. As a pet enthusiast and dog lover. I have known certain facts and you may also be aware- but there are facts that might Surprise you.
Discover Mind boggling dog facts
[1] Ability of Sense of Smell
The ability of a Dog to sense smell is amazingly 40 times better then us Humans. Very surprising, but Bloodhound's sense of smell is so exact and accurate without mistakes that its used as a proof of evidence in law courts.
[2] Dog’s Expressive Eyes
Ever imagined how Dog's great Expressive eyes are preserved so well- they have a third eyelid called the nictating membrane which helps to protect dog's eyes from dirt, scratches, foreign objects and also lubricates their eyes.
[3] Dog’s Amazing Nose Prints
Same as we Humans have fingerprints that are very Unique of every individual for identification, the same way a Dog's Nose prints are very unique; and the strange thing is -they are also used for identification including registering dogs, finding lost and missing dogs.
[4] Basenji: The Barkless Dogs
The Basenji Dog breeds are very unique and strange, unlike regular dogs- they do not bark, so they are identified as the barkless dog breeds, instead of barking they make a vocalizing sound, like yodeling(kind of humming) or groaning sounds.
[5] Dogs Vision
Dogs in comparison to humans cannot differentiate between certain colors, but they are not completely colorblind. Doesn't means Dog's see everything black and white. They can see some colors—mostly blues and yellows but cannot differentiate between green and red.
[6] Dalmatian Dog Spots
Did you know that the spots on Dalmatian dogs are not present from birth. They are born with completely white coat. Spots appear approximately after 9 to 11 days from birth as cute puppies.
[7] Greyhound’s Vs Cheetah Speed
We all Know that Cheetah runs at good pace and can outrun greyhounds very easily- but when it comes to long distance racing. Cheetah falls short as they can make around 220metres approximately, but Greyhounds on the other hand can cover around 280 meters easily.
[8] Dog’s Vocabulary
Dogs are very sharp at recalling skills and vocabulary, on an average dogs can learn up to 160 words but some breeds that are highly intelligent can learn up to 260 words and even more, if trained right with proper commands and gestures.
[9] Dog’s Dreams
We see our Dog sometimes whining, growling and twitching. Scientist have discovered when dogs are in deepest state of sleep that is REM, they are witnessing their playful exchanges or human owners or dog fight experiences. Similar to us Humans Dog's also experience nightmares.
[10] Dog’s Hearing
Have you ever imagined how sensitive Dog's hearing is. Dog's can hear sound 4 times farther in comparison with Humans- which demonstrates their excellent hearing strength and identifying sounds- whether it be by direction, tracing or recognizing sounds, that is a piece of cake for them.
[11] Dog’s Taste
You will be surprised to know that Dog's have 1700 taste buds which is less in comparison to humans 9000, yet they can detect flavors like sour, bitter, spicy, sweet.
[12] Dog’s Rotating Ears
Ever wondered your Dogs rotating ears into different directions. Studies have shown dog's ears consist of 18 muscles which permits them to rotate ears in different directions whether be it raising, tilting or lowering activity of ears.
[13] Dog Smells Human Feelings
Even I was shocked by my Dog's Reaction many a times, like how the hell is he understanding me so well, when even my human friends can't. Its due to their elevated smell sense- they can easily detect our emotions whether it be stressed, happy or angry and even respond accordingly.
[14] Dog Strange Sweat
Did you ever thought how Dog's sweats. Sweat glands are situated in their feet, so they release sweat from their paws.