Fun Facts! Part 2
Dogs’ Ears Are Super Mobile: Dogs have about 18 muscles in each ear, allowing them to move their ears in different directions to hear better.
Dogs Can Be Left or Right-Pawed: Just as humans are right or left-handed, dogs can show a preference for using one paw over the other.
Chow Chows and Shar-Peis Have Blue-Black Tongues: Unlike most dogs with pink tongues, these breeds have tongues that are blue-black in color and often in splotches.
Dogs Can Feel Your Emotions: Dogs are highly empathetic animals and can often sense their owner’s emotions, reacting accordingly.
Puppy Eyes Are a Communication Tool: Dogs evolved to make the “puppy eyes” expression to communicate with humans, making them irresistible and strengthening the bond between dog and owner.
Basenji Dogs Don’t Bark: Instead of barking, Basenjis make a unique yodel-like sound called a “baroo” due to the shape of their larynx.
The Largest Dog Breed: The Great Dane holds the title for the tallest dog breed. The world’s tallest dog, Zeus, stood 44 inches tall at the shoulder.
The Smallest Dog Breed: The Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed, often weighing between 2 to 6 pounds, and they are known for their big personalities despite their tiny size.
A Dog’s Sense of Time: Dogs can tell the difference between different lengths of time. They often know when it’s time for their daily walk or when their owner is due to come home.
The Fastest Dog Breed: Greyhounds are the fastest dogs, capable of reaching speeds of up to 45 miles per hour, making them excellent racing dogs.
