1. It is a myth that dogs are color blind. They can actually see in color, just not as vividly as humans. It is akin to our vision at dusk.

2. Dogs DO have better low-light vision than humans because of a special light-reflecting layer behind their retinas

3. A German Shepherd guide dog led her blind companion the entire 2100 mile Applachian Trail

4. If never spayed or neutered, a female dog, her mate, and their puppies could product over 66,000 dogs in 6 years!

5. Dogs' only sweat glands are between their paw pads

6. Like human babies, Chihuahuas are born with a soft spot in their skull which closes with age

7. The breed Lundehune has 6 toes and can close its ears

8. Teddy Roosevelt's dog, Pete, ripped a French ambassador's pants off at the White House

9. President Lyndon Johnson had two beagles named Him and Her

10. Franklin Roosevelt spent $15,000 for a destroyer to pick up his Scottie in the Aleutian Islands



11. In Roman times, mastiffs donned light armor and were sent after mounted knights

12. The Russians trained dogs during WWII to run suicide missions with mines strapped to their backs

13. A dog's mouth exerts 150-200 pounds of pressure per square inch

14.with some dogs exerting up to 450 pounds per squre inch.

15. A one year old dog is as mature, physically, as a 15 year old human

16. The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world

17. France has the 2nd highest dog population in the world

18. The average city dog lives 3 years longer than a country dog

19. 87% of dog owners say their dog curls up beside them or at their feet while they watch T.V.

20. Dogs can be trained to detect epileptic seizures



21. 15 people die in the U.S. every year from dog bites

22. In 2002 alone, more people in the U.S. were killed by dogs than by sharks in the past 100 years

23. Gidget is the name of the Taco Bell dog and SHE is a female

24. Newfoundlands are great swimmers because of their webbed feet

25.Basset Hounds cannot swim

26. Greyhounds are the fastest dogs on earth, with speeds of up to 45 miles per hour

27. Bingo is the name of the dog on the side of the Cracker Jack box

28. The bible mentions dogs 14 times

29. Three dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic – a Newfoundland, a Pomeranian, and a Pekingese

30. The Labrador Retriever is the #1 favorite breed in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.



31. Obesity is the #1 health problem among dogs

32. An estimated 1,000,000 dogs in the U.S. have been named as the primary beneficiaries in their owner's will

33. An American Animal Hospital Assoc. poll found that 33% of dog owners admit to talking to their dogs on the phone and leaving answering machine messages for them while away

34. Dog's nose prints are as unique as a human's finger prints and can be used to accurately identify them

35. At the end of the Beatles' song "A Day in the Life", a high-pitched dog whistle was recorded by Paul McCartney for his sheepdog

36. 70% of people sign their pet's name on greeting and holiday cards

37. 58% put pets in family and holiday portraits

38. There are only 350 Cisky Terriers in the world, perhaps the rarest breed

39. The phrase "raining cats and dogs" originated in 17th century England when it is believed that many cats and dogs drowned during heavy periods of rain.

40. Dogs have no sense of "time"



41. Humans have kept dogs as pets for over 12,000 years

42. The largest breed of dog is the Irish Wolfhound

43. The world's smallest dog breed is the Chihuahua

44. The St. Bernard is the heaviest dog

45. Only dogs and humans have prostates

46. But dogs do not have an appendix

47. Every dog on earth likely descended from a species knows as the Tomarctus, a creature that roamed the earth over 15 million years ago

48. The oldest known breed is likely the Saluki – originally trained by Egyptians to help them track game.

49. In 1957, Laika became the first living being in space via an earth satellite

50. while JFK's terrir, Charlie, father 4 puppies with Laika's daughter



51. An African wolf dog known as the basenji is the only dog in the world that cannot bark

52. There are 703 breeds of purebred dogs

53. Dachshunds were originally bred for fighting badgers

54. The world's smartest dogs are thought to be (1) the border collie, (2) the poodle, and (3) the golden retriever

55. while the dumbest dog is believed to be the Afghan hound

56. A dog's smell is more than 100,000 times stronger than that of a human's

57. which they need because their eyesight is not as keen as a human's.

58. Dogs judge objects first by their movement, then by their brightness, and lastly by their shape

59. Chocolate contains a substance known as theobromine (similar to caffeine) which can kill dogs or at the very least make them violently ill

60. George Washington had thirty six dogs: all foxhounds, with one named Sweetlips



61. All dogs are identical in anatomy, 321 bones and 42 permanent teeth

62. Smaller breeds mature faster than larger breeds

63. Female dogs are only ready to mate "in heat", twice a year for a total of roughly 20 days

64. Puppies sleep ninety percent of the day for their first few weeks

65. Rin Tin Tin was the first Hollywood dog star most famous German Shepherd.

66. And he really signed his movie contracts, all 22 of them with a pawprint

67. The Wizard of Oz's Toto was played by a female Cairn Terrier named Terry

68.Up until the late 1800's, Collies were known as Scottish Sheepdogs

69.Dogs have two times as many muscles to move their ears as people

70. The longer a dog's nose, the more effective it's internal cooling system



71. An elderly woman was saved by her 12 pound Yorkshire Terrier who fought off an 80 pound Akita and survived with only 9 stitches

72. U.S. Customs dogs "Rocky" and "Barco" were so good at patrolling the border that Mexican drug lords put a $300,000 bounty on their heads

73. Dogs are all direct descendants of wolves (Recent researches shows that its not that true!)

74. Wolves and dogs can mate to produce fertal offspring

75. Female wolves have been known to travel great distances to regurgitate full meals for their hungry pups

76. Cerberus was the tri-headed dog that guarded the underworld in Greek mythology

77. Female dogs bear their young for 60 days before they're born

78. Dogs' sense of hearing is more than ten times more acute than a human's

79. Humans can detect sounds at 20,000 times per second, while dogs can sense frequencies of 30,000 times per second.

80. The earliest dog fossil dates back to nearly 10,000 B.C.



81. Bloodhounds are prized their ability to single out and identify a number of scents simultaneously

82. Dalmatian puppies are born completely white.

83. The Ancient Chinese carried Pekingese puppies in the sleeves of their robes

84. Boxers are so named because of their manner of playing with their front paws

85. All breeds of dog have been found to attack livestock, from 3 month old puppies, all the way up to thirteen year old poodles

86. A dog's heart beats up to 120 times per minute, or 50% faster than the average human heartbeat of 80 times per minute

87. The oldest dog to ever live is Bobi from Portugal, who lived to a grand old age of 31 years and 165 days old! (Guinness Book of World Records).

88. Davy Crockett had a dog named Sport

89. Dogs were first domesticated by cavemen

90. Dogs live 8-15 years on average



91. Many foot disorders inn dogs are simply an issue of long toenails

92. More than 5,000,000 puppies are born in the U.S. every year

93. More than 1 in 3 American families own a dog

94. Average body temperature for a dog is 101.2 degrees

95. The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts both offer merit badges in dog care

96. Dogs are natural pack animals

97.They are naturally submissive to any creature with higher pack status of human or canine

98. Dogs instinctively require the pack leader's approval

99. Dogs with little human contact in the first three months typically don't make good pets

100. The Chihuahua was named after the state in Mexico where they were discovered

101. After birth, puppies' eyes do not fully open until they're about 12 days old

102. Their vision is not fully developed until after the 1st month

103. All dogs can be traced back 40 million years ago to a weasel-like animal called the Miacis which dwelled in trees and dens. The Miacis later evolved into the Tomarctus, a direct forbear of the genus Canis, which includes the wolf and jackal as well as the dog.

104. Ancient Egyptians revered their dogs. When a pet dog would die, the owners shaved off their eyebrows, smeared mud in their hair, and mourned aloud for days.

105. Small quantities of grapes and raisins can cause renal failure in dogs. Chocolate, macadamia nuts, cooked onions, or anything with caffeine can also be harmful.

106. Apple and pear seeds contain arsenic, which may be deadly to dogs.

107. Rock star Ozzy Osborne saved his wife Sharon's Pomeranian from a coyote by tackling and wresting the coyote until it released the dog.

108. Dogs have sweat glands in between their their paws

109. In 2003, Dr. Roger Mugford invented the "wagometer," a device that claims to interpret a dog's exact mood by measuring the wag of its tail.

110. Dogs have three eyelids. The third lid, called a nictitating membrane or "haw," keeps the eye lubricated and protected.



111. A dog's shoulder blades are unattached to the rest of the skeleton to allow greater flexibility for running.

112. Puppies are sometimes rejected by their mother if they are born by cesarean and cleaned up before being given back to her.

113. The phrase "raining cats and dogs" originated in 17th century England. During heavy rainstorms, many homeless animals would drown and float down the streets, giving the appearance that it had actually rained cats and dogs.

114. During the Middle Ages, Great Dane's and Mastiffs were sometimes suited with armor and spiked collars to enter a battle or to defend supply caravans.

115. Pekingese and Japanese Chins were so important in the ancient Far East that they had their own servants and were carried around trade routes as gifts for kings and emperors. Pekingese were even worshipped in the temples of China for centuries.

116. The shape of a dog's face suggests how long it will live. Dogs with sharp, pointed faces that look more like wolves typically live longer. Dogs with very flat faces, such as bulldogs, often have shorter lives.

117.After the fall of Rome, human survival often became more important than breeding and training dogs. Legends of werewolves emerged during this time as abandoned dogs traveling in packs commonly roamed streets and terrified villagers.

118. During the Middle Ages, mixed breeds of peasants' dogs were required to wear blocks around their necks to keep them from breeding with noble hunting dogs. Purebred dogs were very expensive and hunting became the province of the rich.

119. The most dogs ever owned by one person were 5,000 Mastiffs owned by Kubla Khan.

120. The American Kennel Club, the most influential dog club in the United States, was founded in 1884.

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121. The most popular male dog names are Max and Jake. The most popular female dog names are Maggie and Molly.

122. Scholars have argued over the metaphysical interpretation of Dorothy's pooch, Toto, in the Wizard of Oz. One theory postulates that Toto represents Anubis, the dog-headed Egyptian god of death, because Toto consistently keeps Dorothy from safely returning home.

123. Weird dog laws include allowing police offers in Palding, Ohio, to bite a dog to quiet it. In Ventura County, California, cats and dogs are not allowed to have sex without a permit.

124. The first dog chapel was established in 2001. It was built in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, by Stephan Huneck, a children's book author whose five dogs helped him recuperate from a serious illness.

125. Those born under the sign of the dog in Chinese astrology are considered to be loyal and discreet, though slightly temperamental.

126. In Iran, it is against the law to own a dog as a pet. However, if an owner can prove the dog is a guard or hunting dog, this restriction doesn't apply. Muslim reticence concerning dogs is perhaps due to the fact that rabies has always been endemic in the Middle East.

127. The Mayans and Aztecs symbolized every tenth day with the dog, and those born under this sign were believed to have outstanding leadership skills.

128. The ancient Mbaya Indians of the Gran Chaco in South America believed that humans originally lived underground until dogs dug them up.

129. Plato once said that "a dog has the soul of a philosopher."

130. French poodles did not originate in France but in Germany ("poodle" comes from the German pudel or pudelhund, meaning "splashing dog"). Some scholars speculate the poodle's puffs of hair evolved when hunters shaved the poodle for more efficient swimming, while leaving the pom-poms around the major joints to keep them warm.



131. The name of the dog on the Cracker Jacks box is Bingo. The Taco Bell Chihuahua is a rescued dog named Gidget.d

132. The first dogs were self-domesticated wolves which, at least 12,000 years ago, became attracted to the first sites of permanent human habitation.

133. Dachshunds were bred to fight badgers in their dens.

134. Laika, a Russian stray, was the first living mammal to orbit the Earth, in the Soviet Sputnik spacecraft in 1957. Though she died in space, her daughter Pushnika had four puppies with President John F. Kennedy's terrier, Charlie.

135. Dalmatians are completely white at birth.

136. The term "dog days of summer" was coined by the ancient Greeks and Romans to describe the hottest days of summer that coincided with the rising of the Dog Star, Sirius.

137. Alexander the Great is said to have founded and named a city Peritas, in memory of his dog.

138. In ancient Greece, kennels of dogs were kept at the sanctuary of Asclepius at Epidaurus. Dogs were frequently sacrificed there because they were plentiful, inexpensive, and easy to control. During the July 25 celebration of the kunophontis ("the massacre of dogs"), dog sacrifices were performed to appease the ancestors of Apollo's son, Linos, who was devoured by dogs..

139. Dog trainers in ancient China were held in high esteem. A great deal of dog domestication also took place in China, especially dwarfing and miniaturization.

140. The ancient religion Zoroastrianism includes in its religious text titled the Zend Avesta a section devoted to the care and breeding of dogs.






141. The earliest European images of dogs are found in cave paintings dating back 12,000 years ago in Spain.

142. The dog was frequently depicted in Greek art, including Cerberus, the three-headed hound guarding the entrance to the underworld, and the hunting dogs which accompanied the virgin goddess of the chase, Diana.

143. During the Renaissance, detailed portraits of the dog as a symbol of fidelity and loyalty appeared in mythological, allegorical, and religious art throughout Europe, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Diego Velázquez, Jan van Eyck, and Albrecht Durer.

144. A puppy is born blind, deaf, and toothless.

145. The Basenji is the world's only barkless dog.

146. A dog most likely interprets a smiling person as baring their teeth, which is an act of aggression.

147. The origin of amputating a dog's tail may go back to the Roman writer Lucius Columella's (A.D. 4-70) assertion that tail docking prevented rabies.

148. One of Shakespeare's most mischievous characters is Crab, the dog belonging to Launce in the Two Gentlemen of Verona. The word “watchdog” is first found in The Tempest.

149. President Franklin Roosevelt created a minor international incident when he claimed he sent a destroyer to the Aleutian Islands just to pick up his Scottish Terrier, Fala, who had been left behind.

150. Within hours of the September 11, 2001, attack on the World Trade Center, specially trained dogs were on the scene, including German Shepherds, Labs, and even a few little Dachshunds.



151. It costs approximately $10,000 to train a federally certified search and rescue dog.

152. The smallest dog on record was a matchbox-size Yorkshire Terrier. It was 2.5 tall at the shoulder, 3.5 from nose tip to tail, and weighed only 4 ounces.

153. Hollywood's first and arguably best canine superstar was Rin Tin Tin, a five day old German Shepherd found wounded in battle in WWI France and adopted by an American soldier, Lee Duncan. He would sign his own contracts with his paw print.

154. At the end of WWI, the German government trained the first guide dogs for war-blinded soldiers.

155. A dog can locate the source of a sound in 1/600 of a second and can hear sounds four times farther away than a human can.

156. Touch is the first sense the dog develops. The entire body, including the paws, is covered with touch-sensitive nerve endings.

157. Eighteen muscles or more can move a dog's ear.

158. The names of 77 ancient Egyptian dogs have been recorded. The names refer to color and character, such as Blackie, Ebony, Good Herdsman, Reliable, and Brave One.

159. In Egypt, a person bitten by a rabid dog was encouraged to eat the roasted liver of a dog infected with rabies to avoid contracting the disease. The tooth of a dog infected with rabies would also be put in a band tied to the arm of the person bitten. The menstrual blood of a female dog was used for hair removal, while dog genitals were used for preventing the whitening of hair.

160. In early Christian tradition, Saint Christopher, the patron saint of travelers, is sometimes depicted with a dog’s head.



161. The oldest known dog bones were found in Asia and date as far back as 10,000 B.C. The first identifiable dog breed appeared about 9000 B.C. and was probably a type of Greyhound dog used for hunting.

162. There are an estimated 400 million dogs in the world.

163. The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world. France has the second highest.

164. Dog nose prints are as unique as human finger prints and can be used to identify them.

165. Bloodhound dogs have a keen sense of smell and have been used since the Middle Ages to track criminals.

166. It is much easier for dogs to learn spoken commands if they are given in conjunction with hand signals or gestures.

167. Dogs in a pack are more likely to chase and hunt than a single dog on its own. Two dogs are enough to form a pack.

168. Dogs can see in color, though they most likely see colors similar to a color-blind human. They can see better when the light is low.

169. Petting dogs is proven to lower blood pressure of dog owners.

170. Dogs have lived with humans for over 14,000 years. Cats have lived with people for only 7,000 years.



171. Zorba, an English mastiff, is the biggest dog ever recorded. He weighed 343 pounds and measured 8' 3" from his nose to his tail.

172. The average dog can run about 19 mph. Greyhounds are the fastest dogs on Earth and can run at speeds of 45 mph.

173. One female dog and her female children could produce 4,372 puppies in seven years.

174. The most popular dog breed in Canada, U.S., and Great Britain is the Labrador retriever.

175. Greyhounds appear to be the most ancient dog breed. "Greyhound" comes from a mistake in translating the early German name Greishund, which means "old (or ancient) dog," not from the color gray.

176. The oldest dog on record was an Australian cattle dog named Bluey who lived 29 years and 5 months. In human years, that is more than 160 years old.

177. Most experts believe humans domesticated dogs before donkeys, horses, sheep, goats, cattle, cats, or chickens.

178. A person standing still 300 yards away is almost invisible to a dog. But a dog can easily identify its owner standing a mile away if the owner is waving his arms.

179. Dogs with big, square heads and large ears (like the Saint Bernard) are the best at hearing subsonic sounds.

180. Dogs can smell about 1,000 times better than humans. While humans have 5 million smell-detecting cells, dogs have more than 220 million. The part of the brain that interprets smell is also four times larger in dogs than in humans.



181. Studies show that some dogs can detect cancer by smelling a person's breath

182. Some dogs can smell dead bodies under water, where termites are hiding, and natural gas buried under 40 feet of dirt. They can even detect cancer that is too small to be detected by a doctor and can find lung cancer by sniffing a person's breath.

183. Dogs have a wet nose to collect more of the tiny droplets of smelling chemicals in the air.

184. Dogs like sweets a lot more than cats do. While cats have around only 473 taste buds, dogs have about 1,700 taste buds. Humans have approximately 9,000.

185. Different smells in the a dog's urine can tell other dogs whether the dog leaving the message is female or male, old or young, sick or healthy, happy or angry.

186. Male dogs will raise their legs while urinating to aim higher on a tree or lamppost because they want to leave a message that they are tall and intimidating. Some wild dogs in Africa try to run up tree trunks while they are urinating to appear to be very large.

187. In Croatia, scientists discovered that lampposts were falling down because a chemical in the urine of male dogs was rotting the metal.

188. Dogs are about as smart as a two- or three-year-old child. This means they can understand about 150-200 words, including signals and hand movements with the same meaning as words.

189. Countess Karlotta Libenstein of Germany left approximately $106 million to her Alsatin, Gunther III, when she died in 1992.

190. A lost Dachshund was found swallowed whole in the stomach of a giant catfish in Berlin on July 2003.



191. The best dog to reportedly attract a date is the Golden Retriever. The worst is the Pit Bull.

192. The Akita is one of the most challenging dogs to own. Some insurance companies have even characterized it as the #1 "bad dog" and may even raise an Akita owner's homeowner insurance costs.

193. The Beagle and Collie are the nosiest dogs, while the Akbash Dog and the Basenji are the quietest.

194. One survey reports that 33% of dog owners admit they talk to their dogs on the phone or leave messages on answering machines while they are away..

195. Thirty percent of all Dalmatians are deaf in one or both ears. Because bulldogs have extremely short muzzles, many spend their lives fighting suffocation. Because Chihuahuas have such small skulls, the flow of spinal fluid can be restricted, causing hydrocephalus, a swelling of the brain.

196. The grief suffered after a pet dog dies can be the same as that experienced after the death of a person.

197. There are almost 5 million dog bites per year, children are the main victims. Dog bites cause losses of over $1 billion a year.

198. A person should never kick a dog facing him or her. Some dogs can bite 10 times before a human can respond.

199. The most intelligent dogs are reportedly the Border Collie and the Poodle, while the least intelligent dogs are the Afghan Hound and the Basenji.

200. One kind of Pekingese is referred to as a "sleeve" because it was bred to fit into a Chinese empress’ sleeves, which was how it was often carried around.



201. Dingos are not native to Australia, they were introduced by the first immigrants thousands of years ago.

202.Dogs are pack animals and live according to a strict hierarchical system. Even in a domestic situation, where there is more than one dog, one will be the 'top' dog.

203.Man has about 5 million smelling receptors, but that's not much when compared to to some dog breeds: A Dachshund has 125 million, whilst an Alsatian has 220 million.

204.The Poodle haircut, funny as it may seem, originally had a purpose. It was meant to improve the dog's swimming abilities as a retriever, and the pom-poms were left in place to warm their joints.

205.Male dogs will raise their legs while urinating to aim higher on a tree, hydrant, or pole because they want to leave the message that they are tall and intimidating. 206.Prairie dogs are not dogs, they're actually a kind of rodent

207.Canis Familiaris is the Latin name for dog.

208.Nearly all but two breeds of dogs have pink tongues. The two exceptions? The Chow Chow and the Shar-pei, both with black tongues.

209.Many dogs' eyes reflect the color green in the dark, but some also reflect orange or red.

210.Every minute, dogs take ten to thirty breaths.



211.Whippets can reach a maximum speed of 35 miles per hour.

212.In Flemish, Schipperke translates to "Little Captain."

213.The Lhasa Apso was used by monks to guard temples.

214.The Doberman breed was created in the 1860's by Louis Doberman, a German tax collector who created the dog to protect him while he worked.

215.Most people think that dogs sweat by salivating, but they actually sweat through the pads of their feet.

216.The name Pug is believed to have derived from this dog's resemblance to the pug monkey.

217.You might expect that a Great Dane can eat a lot of food. In fact, they can eat up to 8 pounds a day!

218.A dog's whiskers, found on the muzzle, above the eyes and below the jaws, are technically known as vibrissae. They are touch-sensitive hairs than actually sense minute changes in airflow.

219.Dogs are capable of locating the source of a sound in 6/100ths of a second by using their swiveling ears like radar dishes.

220.Eighty percent of dog owners buy their dog a present for holidays and birthdays More than half of them sign letters and cards from themselves and their pets



221.The origin of amputating a dog's tail may go back to the Roman writer Lucius Columell's (A.D. 4-70) assertion that tail docking prevented rabies

222.Based on a new American survey, Max is the most popular dog name, followed by Maggie, Sam, Molly, and Zach.

223.Kublai Khan owned around 5,000 Mastiffs, making him the person who owned the most doggies ever.

224.Trained dogs are capable of alerting their owners of an impending seizure one hour in advance prior to the incident.

225.In Italy, a doggy disco is held every year where owners can dance with their dogs. Do you and your pup ever boogie?

226. Jack Russell Terriers were used in the blood sport of rat baiting. In rat baiting, as many as 100 rats were put into a ring, or a rat pit, and wagers were made on whose dog could kill the most rats within a minute.

227.The tip of a beagle's tail must be white or he is not considered a true beagle. The white tip or flag has been selectively bred into the dog to make the beagle visible when his nose is to the ground. His tail sticks straight up when he is actively following a scent.

228. A German Shepherd guide dog led her blind companion 2100 mi. on the Appalachian Trail.

229.Ever wondered why dogs turn around several times before they lie down? It's all down to genetic memory, and stems from the days when their wild ancestors would trample down grass and foliage to make a bed for the night.

230.The world's first dog show was held in Britain in 1859.

231.Smaller breeds mature faster then larger breeds.

232.A female dog's pregnancy last about 60 days.

233.There are almost 80 million dogs in the United States.

234.Snuppy, an Afghan Hound, was the first cloned dog.

235.Born in 2002, Betsy a Border Collie has a vocabulary of more than 340 words.

236.Horand von Grafrath was the first German Shepherd Dog.

237.An English Pointer named Sensation is featured on the logo of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

238.The five most popular male dog names are Max, Buddy, Rocky, Bailey and Jake.

239.The five most popular female dog names are Bella, Molly, Lucy, Maggie and Daisy.

240.Brightest dogs understanding of commands are fewer then 5 repetitions and obeys first command 95% or better.



241.When a dog pants to cool themselves.

242.Dog can make 100 different facial expressions. Bulldogs only have about 10 expression due to their breeding. Often Bulldogs are misinterpreted by other dogs leading to fights.

243.Dogs are mentioned 14 times in the Bible.

244.People can not hear beyond 25 yards, but dogs can hear 250 yards away.

245.The Beatles song "Martha My Dear" was written by Paul McCartney about his sheepdog Martha.

246.Chewbacca from Star Wars was inspired by George Lucasa Alaskan Malamute, named Indiana.

247.George Lucas Alaskan Malamute, Indiana inspired the lead character name in Indiana Jones.

248.A three dog nights refers to an Australian Aboriginal custom of sleeping with three dogs on a really cold night.

249.Dog Star is a common name for the brightest star in the sky, Sirius.

250.Marie Antoinette's dog was a spaniel named Thisbe.



251.The Bichon Frise become fashionable at French and other royal courts in the 16th century.

252.Balto was a famous Siberian Husky who lead his dog sled tem on the final leg of the 1925 serum run to Nome. Only the serum could stop the Diphtheria outbreak in Anchorage, Balto lead his team through white out snow and a blizzard with -23 degrees F.

253. People who own pets live longer, have less stress and fewer heart attacks.

254.Lassie was played by several male dogs because his coat looked better on camera.

255. Franklin D. Roosevelt had several dogs at the white house, but the most famous one was Fala. A Scottish Terrier resentful to the Republican leaders for attacking FDR as mentioned in the "Fala Speech".

256.At the end of the Beatle's song A Day In The Life, an ultrasonic whistle, audible only to dogs, was recorded by Paul McCartney for his Shetland sheepdog.

257.The Canary Island were not named for a bird, but after a breed of large dogs. The Latin name was Canariae insulae - Island of Dogs

258.The name of the dog on the Cracker Jack box is Bingo.

259.Davy Crockett had a dog named Sport.

260.Never smile at a dog you think is dangerous, baring your teeth is an act of aggression.



261.Different smells in the dog's urine can tell other dogs whether the dog leaving the message is female or male, young or old, sick or healthy, happy or angry.

262.The best dog to attract a date is a Golden Retriever.

263.The worst dog to attract a date is a Pit Bull.

264.Homer the Greek writer is believed to be the first person to write about dogs.

265.Nearly 4,000 dogs served in Vietnam.

266.The longer the dog's nose the better its cooling system.

267.30% of all Dalmatians are deaf in one or both ears.

268.Dog's can be right or left handed.

269.A dog will learn a spoken command better if they are given a hand signal or gesture with it.

270.A dog was hung in Salem, Massachusetts for witchcraft in 1692.



271.Dogs are shown to wear collars in ancient Egyptian and Greek art.

272.Terriers were breed to kill rats.

273.The Shetland Sheepdog, or Sheltie, is not a miniature Collie.

274.Leona Helmsley willed $12 million to her Maltese, Trouble, in 2007.

275.The name "Fido" comes from the Latin word meaning "Faithful or Fidelity".

276.George Washington owned 36 Hounds.

277.One female and her children can produce 4,372 puppies in 7 years.

278.The United States has the highest dog population in the world. France has the second.

279.Sirius Black in the Harry Potter series, takes the form of a black dog.

280.Pharaoh Hounds are the only breed of dog that blushesa. Their ears and noses become become pink when they are happy or excited.



281.One kind of Pekingese was bred to fit into a Chinese empressa sleeve so it could be carried around.

282.Dogs have a wet nose to collect tiny droplets of smelling chemical in the air.

283.Superman had a dog named Krypto.

284.Queen Elizabeth II owns several Welsh Corgis.

285. When Mary Queen of Scots was beheaded in 1587, her little dog was hidden in her dress. When the dog was discovered it frightened the people because they thought the body was moving.

286.A small breed dog's stomach is the size of a walnut!

287.Some dogs grow 30 metres of fur per day, that's the equivalent of six family sized cars! This includes adding up all the new strands covering the entire animal end to end.

288.To a young dog, exercise and play are the day's most important events. As a dog gets older, he lives for dinnertime. As your dog matures it's important to keep their nutrition tailored to their age

289.Before the enactment of the 1978 law that made it mandatory for dog owners in New York City to clean up after their pets, approximately 40 million pounds of dog poop were left on the streets every year.

290.The bloodhound is the only animal whose evidence is admissible in an American court.



291.The heaviest dog ever weighed 319 pounds.

292.Each day in the US, animal shelters are forced to destroy 30,000 dogs and cats. Spay and neuter!!

293.Most pet owners (94 percent) say their pet makes them smile more than once a day.

294.There are 701 types of pure breed dogs.

295.Dog breeders call young dogs less than one year of age as "puppies", a group of dog offspring as "litter", male dogs as "dogs" and female dogs as "bitches".

296.Barking Sands Beach, on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, is known for its unusual dry sand that squeaks or "barks like a dog."

297.The Great Dane breed of dog originates from Germany!

298.When a dog bays at the moon, it is following its basic instinct to call the pack together

299.The only dog to ever appear in a Shakespearean play was Crab in "The Two Gentlemen of Verona".

300.Based on a life span of 11 years the average cost of owning a dog is $13,550



301.A young dog has only 28 milk teeth

302.A dog's temperature is between 100.2 and 102.8 degrees Fahrenheit

303.Female dog bites are twice as numerous as male dog bites

304.Some dogs reach sexual maturity at the age of eight months

305.A puppy is considered and adult at the age of one year. At this age it is as physically as mature as a 15 year-old human

306.There are around 4 million dogs in the world.

307.Pet dogs are omnivores. This means they eat a variety of foods, including grains, meats and vegetables.

308.Each year, more money is spent on dog food than on baby food, totaling in the billions of dollars!

309.Dogs have the ability to sense changes in static electricity and barometric pressure. Because of this, dogs can often predict changes in the weather.

310.No one in Iceland is allowed to have a pet dog.



311.A dog's nose works one million times better than a human's nose.

312.In Roman times mastiffs wore light armor and were sent after mounted knights

313.Their are only 350 cisky terriors in the world.

314.U.S. customs dogs Rocky and Barco had a $300,000 bounty placed on their heads by Mexican drug lords because of how efficiently they patrolled the border

315.The different breeds of dogs accounts to most amazing diversity in body shape of the mammals.

316.This is one of the other dog facts that dog feel jealous. It was released in study in 2008 that dogs felt jealous when they saw other dogs getting treats for the same trick that was given to him.

317.Dogs fur contain harmful pathogens that harm humans in one way or another.

318.Dogs respond to rebuke.

319.Dogs heal themselves by licking their wounds.A small amount of licking can help clean a wound, but excessive licking can actually slow down the healing process.

320.Only 1 out of every 10 dogs born will find a permanent home.



321.25 percent of dogs that enter local shelters are purebred.

322.Over 20 percent of people who leave dogs in shelters adopted them from a shelter.

323.A Wagging Tail MIGHT mean dog's happy, but it may not. A slowly wagging tail combined with a stiff, low, posture can be a sign of a dog deciding whether to attack.

324.You can teach the old dog new tricks.

325.During World War I, the German and French armies used an estimated 50,000 trained dogs as sentries, scouts, ammunition carriers, messengers, and casualty dogs.

326.In the early 1930s, Germany opened a large dog training school in Frankfurt. By the time the United States entered World War II, the Germans had trained nearly 200,000 war dogs.

327.Contrary to popular belief, a Pit Bull doesn't have the strongest bite. In a scientific test measuring bite pressure, the Rottweiler won with 328 lbs., followed by a German Shepherd at 238 lbs., and the Pit Bull at 235 lbs. What makes Pit Bulls dangerous biters is their ability to lock their jaws.

328.The Australian Shepherd Dog was bred in America, when sheep were imported into the US from Australia

329.The first dog ever to have dined in the House of Commons was a Chihuahua and he wore a diamond collar for the occasion

330.Weimaraner puppies are born with stripes

331.Dalmatian puppies are born without spots

332.The Rottweiler is believed to have been developed from herding dogs in Roman times, where they were used to protect the cattle accompany the legion. Later on, whilst still in their early development they were known as the butchers dog.

333.The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is known as the "nanny dog" in this country, as they particularly adore children. The Stafford is a highly trainable breed.

334.The Mastiff is universally known as one of the world's most ancient breeds. The Bull Mastiff owes its existence to the Mastiff and the Bulldog

335.Karl Dobermann, a tax collector, developed the Dobermann breed in the 1880's to accompany him on his rounds - He apparantly crossed Pinschers with Rottweilers and the German Shepherd Dog

336.The Chinese Crested only grows hair on its head, tail and legs

337.Did you ever imagine that you little doggie dreams just like you.. no one knows what they dream about but dogs do dream.

338.Alexander the Great is said to have founded and named a city Peritas, in memory of his dog.

339.Chained dogs are 3 times more likely to bite than unchained dogs.

340.Dogs have lived with humans for over 14,000 years.

341.Greyhounds have the best eyesight of any breed of dog.

342.In the movie The Wizard Of Oz', Toto the dog's salary was $125 a week, while Judy Garland was $500 a week.

343.Saint Bernards were trained to rescue lost travelers in the Swiss Alps.

344.The average city dog lives three years longer than the average country dog.

345.The best time for taking a puppy from its litter, psychologically and physically, is when it is 49 days old.

346.The earliest European images of dogs are found in cave paintings dating back 12,000 years ago in Spain.

347.Chocolate affects a dog's heart and nervous system; a few ounces is enough to kill a small dog.

348.Female dogs that are spayed eliminate the chance of uterine infection, uterine cancer, and ovarian cancer.

349.Male dogs that are neutered nearly eliminate the risk of perineal hernias and penile tumors.

350.Most dogs are lactose intolerant. Your dog is better off avoiding milk.

351.Tapeworms can lead to anemia in your dog.

352.Dogs get heartworms from being bitten by just one infected mosquito. (Heartworm meds are a MUST!)

353.Beware: anti-freeze (ethylene glycol), the day-glo green colored fluid frequently seen near curbs, is very deadly to your pet if ingested.



354.The coat of a Komondor consist of cords formed when the outer and inner coats cling together.

355.Cynophobia, the fear of dogs or rabies.

356.There should be enough room for you to slip two fingers between the dog and the dog collar to assure that the collar is not too tight.

357.Japanese Akitas are declared champions of the breed, have been declared national treasures in Japan since 1931.

358.Dogs have NO concept of time. In fact, dogs have a very accurate biological clock.

359.Dogs do not have an appendix

360.Dogs judge objects first by their movement, then by their brightness, and lastly by their shape.

361. Up until the late 1800's, Collies were known as Scottish Sheepdogs.

362. The Ancient Chinese carried Pekingese puppies in the sleeves of their robes.

363. Many foot disorders in dogs are simply an issue of long toenails.

364. More than 5,000,000 puppies are born in the U.S. every year.

365. More than one in three American families own a dog.

366.The old formula for obtaining the age of your dog was to multiply every year of a dog's life by 7 human years. Dog facts: but this method is not accurate. A dog is fully grown at 12 months, which would be age 18 in human terms. From this point on, to calculate the true age of your dog, figure that every dog year is the equivalent of five human years. For a 10 year old dog: Total people years would be 63 years old.

367.Dogs don't like rain because the sound is amplified and hurts their very sensitive ears.

368.Dogs were the first animals domesticated by people.

369.Spaying/neutering your dog before the age of 6 months can help prevent cancer in your dog.

370.The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world.

371.It is natural for young puppy to chew on to whatever comes in their way. So, they should never be reprimanded.

372.Almost all dogs are capable of attacking livestock. This is because they primarily belonged to the species of wolf.

373.Usually a killer dog operates in a group or at least a couple. Though sometimes the killer may also operate singlehandedly.

374.Dogs are loyal to owners not because they give him the food to eat but because of the respect and companionship you give them.

375.Although a dog might be jealous of a new puppy in the beginning this usually passes quickly since dogs are social animals.

376.Dogs area social animals and do not like to stay alone. One trick could be to leave your radio or your television set open if ever you have to go out leaving your dog alone.

377.Dogs' Colors range from white to black, with reds, grays, and browns occurring in a tremendous variation of patterns.

378.A dog can bite with 74 kg of force whereas a lion can do 426kg!

379.Beagles were originally bred as hunters, especially rabbits, so if you have small pets around, be careful if you get a beagle. He might think he's doing you a favor by bringing you a pet hamster.

380. Former US President Teddy Roosevelt had a Pit Bull named Pete.

381.The most successful mountain rescue dog ever was a St Bernard named Barry, who lived during the early 1800's and saved 40 lives.



382.Believe it or not, the roots of your dog's teeth are longer than the teeth themselves

383.Touch is the first sense your dog develops her entire body, including the paws, contains nerve endings sensitive to touch.

384.There are some odd laws regarding dogs around the world. Police officers in Palding, Ohio are permitted to bite a dog in order to quieten it down. In Ventura County in California, cats and dogs are not allowed to have sex without a permit. And in Iran, it is illegal to own a dog as a pet unless it can be proven to be a guard or hunting dog.

385.The first dog chapel was established in 2001 in St. Johnsbury, Vermont.

386.French poodles do not originate from France, they actually come from Germany. The word poodle comes from the German pudel or pudelhund, meaning splashing dog, and they were a German breed used for hunting, water retrieving and even herding.

387.101 Dalmatians may have been an ambitious concept. The largest recorded dog litter to date is 24 puppies from a Neopolitan Mastiff in 2005 (delivered by caesarean section). This was actually a double record as 20 of the puppies survived.

388.Dogs with large square heads and large ears, such as the Saint Bernard, are the best dogs at hearing subsonic sounds.

389. Amongst Ancient Egyptians records are the names of 77 dogs, which refer to colour and character such as Blackie, Ebony, Good Herdsman, Reliable, and Brave One.

390.It only takes 2 dogs to form a pack, and they are more likely to chase and hunt than a single dog on its own.

391.A dog's urine contains different smells that will let other dogs know which sex it is, whether it is old or young, sick or healthy, and even its mood.

392.Male dogs don't actually need to raise their legs to urinate. They do this to mark their territory and to leave a message that they are tall and intimidating. Parts of Croatia had a problem with lampposts toppling over because urine was rotting the metal.

393.One of the most challenging dogs to own is the Akita, so much so that owners may find their home insurance premiums are affected.

394.he noisest dogs tend to be the Beagle and Collie.

395.The quietest dogs are the Akbash and the Basenji.

396.The most intelligent dogs tend to be the Border Collie and the Poodle.

397.The least intelligent dogs tend to be the Afghan Hound, the Basenji, the Bulldog, the Borzoi and the Chow Chow, although a lack of motivation can sometimes hide intelligence.

398.The hairiest dogs are the Old English Sheepdog and the Komondor. These breeds have long hair all over.

399.The least hairy dogs are the Mexican Hairless Dog (or Xolo) and the American Hairless Terrier.

400.The breed with the longest ears is the loveable Basset Hound.

401.One of the rarest dog breeds is the Shar Pei, which appeared in the Guinness Book of Records for vrey this honour for three consecutive years.

402. There are no completely hypoallergenic dogs. All dogs have a small degree of hair that will attract dander and allergens.

403.The first dog registered with the American Kennel Club in 1884 was an English Setter named Adonis. The club now recognizes 161 dog breeds in the US. The FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale) recognizes over 400 breeds throughout the world.

404.The Mayans and Aztecs symbolised every tenth day with the dog, and those born under this sign were believed to have outstanding leadership skills.



405.The first dog tax or licensing law dates to Schweinfurt, Germany in 1598.

406.During the Middle Ages, it was not uncommon for dogs to be tried and punished along with their owners. In fact a dog was hanged in Salem, Massachusetts in 1692 for alleged witchcraft.

407.Several breeds have webbed paws that make swimming easier, including the Portuguese Water Dog.

408.Bloodhounds are so called because at one time they could only be owned by people of noble blood, and are a very old breed.

409.Most dogs have a double coat of hair, which consists of an undercoat that provides insulation, and an outer coat of guard hair.

410.In chinese astrology, people born under the sign of the dog are considered to be loyal and discreet, although slightly temperamental too.

411.The small skull of a Chihuahuas restricts the flow of spinal fluid, causing a swelling of the brain called hydrocephalus.

412.As bulldogs have very short muzzles, many spend their lives fighting suffocation.

413.The ancient Mbaya Indians of the Gran Chaco in South America believed that humans originally lived underground until dogs dug them up.

414.It is believed that dogs have the ability to predict changes in the weather as they can sense changes in static electricity and barometric pressure.

415.Breeds classified as hounds are not meant to hunt birds

416.There are six types of Dachshund.

417.The Basenji licks itself clean, like a cat.

418.There are four types of Belgian Shepherd Dogs that are identical except for their coat type and color.

419.Labrador Retrievers were originally bred to retrieve fishing nets.

420.In the 19th century Dalmations defended carriages against highwaymen and kept away animals that could scare the horses.

421.Siberian Huskies have been used to herd reindeer in Siberia for 3000 years.

422.A one year old dog is as physically mature as a 15 year old human.

423.The first 4 months of a dog's life is known as the Imprinting Phase. Much of a dog's personality and social skills are learned during this period of time.

424.A mongrel is a mixed dog that resembles no recognizable breed.

425.Your dog's wild cousins include: wolves, coyotes, foxes, jackals, and dingoes.

426.A whelp is a puppy that is still nursing on his/her mother's milk. It's unweaned.

427.The prairie dog makes burrows which is called Town. The town may contain 1,000 animals, and it can stretch under the ground for miles.

428.The "Dingo" is the wild dog of Australia.

429.While America has an over population of dogs, Germany and Switzerland have the least amount of dogs. One dog for every 10 families.

430.Dogs with "squashed" faces have more health problems. The structure of the faces of pugs, boxers, and bulldogs makes them more prone to respiratory problems, dental problems, and other health issues.

431.Dogs have no clavicles. Their disconnected shoulder blades allow them a greater range of motion for running and jumping.

432.Domestic dogs can breed with wolves. The two animals are still related closely enough that they can mate, producing feral offspring.

433.Like human babies, Chihuahuas are born with a soft spot in their skull which closes with age

434.President Lyndon Johnson had two beagles named Him and Her

435.Franklin Roosevelt spent $15,000 for a destroyer to pick up his Scottie in the Aleutian Islands

436.The Russians trained dogs during WWII to run suicide missions with mines strapped to their backs

437.A dog's mouth exerts 150-200 pounds of pressure per square inch

438.With some dogs exerting up to 450 pounds per squre inch.

439.87% of dog owners say their dog curls up beside them or at their feet while they watch T.V.

440.In 2002 alone, more people in the U.S. were killed by dogs than by sharks in the past 100 years

441.Obesity is the #1 health problem among dogs

442.Every dog on earth likely descended from a species knows as the Tomarctus a creature that roamed the earth over 15 million years ago

443.A dog's smell is more than 100,000 times stronger than that of a human's

444.Female dogs are only ready to mate In heat twice a year for a total of roughly 20 days

445.Dogs were first domesticated by cavemen

446.The Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts both offer merit badges in dog care

447.Dogs with little human contact in the first three months typically don't make good pets

448.Dog and human has been best friend since the reign of emperor.

449.Huskies can run up to eighty miles a day.

450.A dog cocking their leg up to pee is not a sign of masculinity, it's a sign of dominance. The higher they lift their leg, the more dominant they believe themselves to be.

451.Pitbulls only become vicious if they're trained poorly - they can actually make very good pets.

452.Huskies are the most independent dogs you can get, meaning that they're also the most difficult to train.

453.Dogs cannot speak. However, some of the sounds that they make often sound similar to things that we say, such as Hello, or love you.

454.Dogs also can't understand what we say. They may pick up on what things mean as they get older, but they will never fully understand our language. They learn by association.

455.Dogs LOVE cheese. And gingernut biscuits. And ham. And most things they can get their paws on, actually.

456.If you give a dog attention when it's crying, you're encouraging it to do so in that particular situation (such as when fireworks are going off). The best thing to do when a dog is afraid is to ignore it, as then it will learn that there's nothing to be afraid of.

457.The main differences between Siberian Huskies and Malamutes is that Malamutes are more muscular and Siberian Huskies are more intelligent.

458.Whilst pitbulls may be banned in the UK, they still find their way in through breeding with other dog breeds such as boxers.

459.Dogs from the bulldog family are thought to be the laziest.

460.Larger dogs are often more laid back than smaller ones.

461.There's a contest held every year to find the world's ugliest dog.

462.The BBC stopped showing Crufts due to controversy surrounding the pedigree dogs involved in the show.

463.Dogs humping things can be both physical and psychological. If a dog does it after it has been neutered, it's psychological.

464.Dogs are natural pack animals. Dogs instinctively require the pack leader's approval.

465.Dogs are naturally submissive to any creature with higher pack status - human or canine.

466. In Australia, a man who was arrested for drug possession argued his civil rights were violated when the drug-sniffing dog nuzzled his crotch. While the judge dismissed the charges, they were later reinstated when a prosecutor pointed out that in the animal kingdom, crotch nuzzling was a friendly gesture.

467. The Beagle came into prominence in the 1300s and 1400s during the days of King Henry VII of England. Elizabeth I was fond of Pocket Beagles, which were only

468. Dogs should have a litter before they are spayed.

This is not true. Dogs that have a litter before they are spayed are not better for it in any way. In fact, spayed dogs are at lower risk for breast cancer and uterine infections.

469. Dogs are sick when their noses are warm. The temperature of a dogs nose does not indicate health or illness or if they have a fever. There is an "old wives tale" that cold wet noses indicate health. And Warm or dry noses indicate a fever or illness. The only accurate method to access a dog's temperature is to take it with a thermometer. Normal dog temperature is 100.5 to 102.5 degrees F.

470. Mutts are always healthier than purebred dogs. This is not true. Both mutts and purebred dogs can be unhealthy. Both can have diseases, however, mutts generally do not have many of the genetic diseases common in purebred lines.

471. All dogs like to be petted on their heads. Some dogs do like to be petted on their heads but many do NOT.

472. Happy dogs wag their tails. This may be true but aggressive dogs often wag their tails too. There are several physical body motions and cues that help dogs to communicate their intent. A wagging tail can mean agitation or excitement. A dog that wags his tail slowly and moves his all rear end or crouches down in the classic play bow position is usually a friendly wag. Tails that are wagged when held higher, twitches or wagging while held over the back may be associated with aggression.

473. Only male dogs will hump or lift their leg to urinate. This is not true. Female dogs, especially dominant female dogs, will lift their leg to urinate and "hump" other dogs or objects. This can be true even if they are spayed.

474. Table scraps are good for dogs. Some table scraps such as bones and pieces of fat can be dangerous to some pets. They may not digest the bones and the fat may cause gastrointestinal problems such as pancreatitis.

475. Garlic prevents fleas. Garlic has not been proven to be helpful for flea control. Large amounts of garlic can even be harmful.

476. Household pet dogs don't need to be trained. This is not true. Every dog should be trained.

477. Dogs eat grass when they are sick. Dog descended from wild wolves and foxes that ate all parts of their kill This included the stomach contents of many animals that ate berries and grass. Many scientists believe grass was once part of their normal diet and eating small amounts is normal.

478. Dogs like tasty food. Dogs have very poor taste buds and eat primarily based on their sense of smell.

479. Licking is Healing. It is natural for a dog to lick its wound but this not necessarily always healing. Too much licking can actually prohibit healing.

480. Dogs will let you know when they are sick. This is not true. Dogs generally are very good at hiding that they are sick by survival instinct, thus not to appear vulnerable to prey. Often by the time they show you that they are sick, their disease or condition is quite advanced.

481. Dogs that are mostly indoors don't need heartworm prevention.This is not true. Indoor pets are also at risk for heartworm disease. Heartworm disease is spread by mosquitoes which can come inside.

482. Dogs eat rocks, lick concrete or eat their or another animals stools because of nutrient imbalances. No one knows why dogs eat stuff that they shouldn't eat. Some veterinarians believe that some dogs that eat things may be trying to get attention or acting out of boredom. It is important for dogs to eat a well balanced diet that will fulfill their dietary and nutrient requirements.

483. Dogs don't need to housebroken, they naturally know where to go. Oh, if only this were true. You need to train your dog on where to go. This preferably happens when you start young and give him positive encouragement for jobs well done.

484.During the Vietnam war 4500 working dogs were sent to aid the troops.



485.Some stray Russian dogs have figured out how to use the subway system in order to travel to more populated areas in search of food.

486.Dogs don't enjoy being hugged as much as humans and other primates. Canines interpret putting a limb over another animal as a sign of dominance.

487.Two stray dogs in Afghanistan saved 50 American soliders. A Facebook group raised $21,000 to bring the dogs back to the US and reunite them with the soldiers.

488. Nesbit, earned over one million Delta airline miles in his life and had his own frequent flier card.

489. One of Michael Vick's former fighting dogs, Leo, went on to be a therapy dog who comforted dying children.

490. Service dogs are trained to know when they are on duty. When their harness is on, they know it's business time. When you take it off, the pups immediately become playful and energetic.

491. Seeing eye dogs pee and poo on command so that their owners can clean up after them. Male dogs are also trained to do their business without lifting their leg.

492.In ancient China, an emperor's last line of defense was a small Pekingese dog literally hidden up his sleeve.

493.When Lord Byron was informed that his dog was not allowed to come with him to Cambridge Trinity College, he retaliated by bringing a bear instead.



494.There is a dog-shaped building in New Zealand.

495.Hyenas aren't actually dogs. They are more closely related to cats.

496.Dogs drink water by using forming the back of their tongue into a mini cup. ***UPDATED*** A recent study just debunked this fact! Dogs actually use the top of their tongue to drink. Water adheres to the top of the tongue and is pulled up in a column.

496.The smallest known adult dog was a Yorkshire Terrier that was only 2.5 inches at the shoulder, and weighed only 4 ounces.

497.The largest dog was an English Mastiff who weighed 343 pounds.

498.In 2001, it was estimated that there are approximately 400 million dogs in the world.

499.In Old England, the word "hound" was used to refer to all types of dogs.

500.The process of birthing puppies is called "whelping."



501.The famous nickname, "man's best friend," is used in many other languages as well as English.

502.Dog's don't see in black and white, they have 2 color receptors, and can see yellow and blue.

503.Dog's definitely don't see like hawks. They have very poor eyesight, but can distinguish movement 10-20 times better than humans.

504.Even with their poor eyesight, dogs can still see better at night than humans do.

505.Most dogs have 18 or more muscles to tilt, rotate, and move their ears.

506.While not the best when it comes to sight, dogs have a keen sense of hearing, and can hear sounds at 4 times the distance of humans.

507.At the age of 4 weeks, most dogs have developed the majority of their vocalizations.

508.Most dogs are capable of understanding up to 250 words and gestures.

509.A Border Collie named Chaser has learned the names of 1,022 toys, and can retrieve each by name.

510.Dogs can count up to five and can perform simple mathematical calculations.

511.The average dog is as intelligent as a two-year-old child.

512.It's been demonstrated that dogs can reduce both physical and emotional anxiety.

513.Dogs have been used since the 1700's for therapy.

514.Dogs with a flesh colored nose is said to have a "Dudley Nose."

515.Pugs and other dogs with short muzzles have a peculiar head type known as "Brachycephalic."

516.Hound dogs and long-nosed dogs also have a unique name for their head-type: "Dolichocephalic."

517.Dogs sleep for an average of 10 hours per day.

518.Dogs engage in rapid-eye-movement when they sleep, and have dreams just like humans do.

519.The World Canine Organization recognizes 339 breeds of dogs.

520.Analysis of the dog genome demonstrate only 4 major types of dogs: "Old Lineage Dogs," "Mastiff-type Dogs," "Herding Dogs," and "Modern Hunting Dogs."



521.Unlike cats, dogs are not exclusively carnivores: they can adapt to different foods, and a percentage of their diets can be fruits and vegetables.

522.The French Bulldog is incapable of reproducing naturally.

523.In addition to "formal" forms of dog training (operant conditioning, reinforcement, or classical conditioning), dogs are able to learn merely from observation.

524.The Saint Bernard gains its name from the "Great St. Bernard Hospice" the monastery where Barry and other mountain dogs was raised by monks to rescue victims from the snowy Alps.

525.A Great Dane named "Just Nuisance" is the only dog to have officially enlisted in the Royal Navy.

526.When "Bobbie," a Collie/Shepherd mix, was accidentally abandoned on a family vacation, he traveled 2,551 miles over six months to return to his home.

527.The are 4 constellations named after dogs.

528.The Golden Retriever, one of the most popular dog breeds, was first bred in Scotland in the mid 1800s.

529.A couple presidential dogs were Golden Retrievers: "Liberty," the presidential dog of Gerald Ford, and "Victory," Ronald Reagan's dog.

530.Flyball, a dog sport consisting of relays, hurdles, and ball retrieving, was developed in the late 60s, and the first tournament was held in 1983.

531.The current world record for a Flyball race is 14.413 seconds, set by the team "Touch N Go" of Las Vegas.

532.The Labrador Retriever has been the most popular dog breed since 1991.

533.The Labrador is so popular, in 2006 there were approximately 3-5 times more Labs as there were German Shepherds or Golden Retrievers.

534.One of the most famous Labrador Retrievers was "Endal," an assistance dog recognized as the most decorated dog in the world.

535.Endal was the first dog to ride on the London Eye (the characteristic ferris wheel in London, England), and was also the first known dog to successfully use a ATM machine.

536.Two Labradors, Lucky and Flo, were the first dogs known for sniffing out pirated DVDs.

537.Search and Rescue dog training begin as games played while puppies.

538.Some Search and Rescue (SaR) Dogs are trained to sniff out humans 1/4 mile away or more.

539.Some dogs have shown remarkable ability to detect certain cancers.

540.A dog's powerful sense of smell is frequently called upon to detect anything from mines and explosives to termites and bed bugs.

541.Conservationists have used dogs to find bumblebee hives in order to protect endangered species.

542.Is it a duck or a dog? The Newfoundland breed has a water resistant coat and webbed feet. This dog was originally bred to help haul nets for fishermen and rescuing people at risk of drowning.

543.It pays to be a lap dog. Three dogs (from First Class cabins!) survived the sinking of the Titanic - two Pomeranians and one Pekingese.

544.Wow, check out those choppers! Puppies have 28 teeth and normal adult dogs have 42.

545.Chase that tail! Dogs chase their tails for a variety of reasons: curiosity, exercise, anxiety, predatory instinct or, they might have fleas! If your dog is chasing his tail excessively, talk with your vet.

546.Seeing spots? Or not - Dalmatian puppies are pure white when they are born and develop their spots as they grow older.

547.Dogs do dream! Dogs and humans have the same type of slow wave sleep (SWS) and rapid eye movement (REM) and during this REM stage dogs can dream. The twitching and paw movements that occur during their sleep are signs that your pet is dreaming

548.No night vision goggles needed! Dogs' eyes contain a special membrane, called the tapetum lucidum, which allows them to see in the dark.

549.Pitter patter. A large breed dog's resting heart beats between 60 and 100 times per minute, and a small dog breed's heart beats between 100-140. Comparatively, a resting human heart beats 60-100 times per minute.

550.If your dog's acting funny, get out the umbrella! According to a Petside.com/Associated Press poll, 72% of dog owners believe their dog can detect when stormy weather is on the way.



551.It's not a fever! A dog's normal temperature is between 101 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. How much do you know about dog health? Take our Doggy First Aid Quiz!

552.Is something wet? Unlike humans who sweat everywhere, dogs only sweat through the pads of their feet.

553.Here's looking at you. Dogs have three eyelids, an upper lid, a lower lid and the third lid, called a nictitating membrane or "haw," which helps keep the eye moist and protected.

554.Move over Rover! 45% of dogs sleep in their owner's bed (we're pretty sure a large percentage also hog the blankets!)

555.Why are dogs' noses so wet? Dogs' noses secrete a thin layer of mucous that helps them absorb scent. They then lick their noses to sample the scent through their mouth.

556.Yummy! Dogs have about 1,700 taste buds. Humans have approximately 9,000 and cats have around 473.

557.Watch that plate of cookies! A Dog's sense of smell is 10,000 - 100,000 times more acute as that of humans.

558.It's not so black and white. It's a myth that dogs only see in black and white. In fact, it's believed that dogs see primarily in blue, greenish-yellow, yellow and various shades of gray.

559.Did you hear that? Sound frequency is measured in Hertz (Hz). The higher the Hertz, the higher-pitched the sound. Dogs hear best at 8,000 Hz, while humans hear best at around 2,000 Hz.

560.Express yourself. Dogs' ears are extremely expressive. It's no wonder! There are more than a dozen separate muscles that control a dog's ear movements.

561.Growing up. While the Chow Chow dogs are well known for their distinctive blue-black tongues, they're actually born with pink tongues. They turn blue-black at 8-10 weeks of age.

562.Why do they do that? When dogs kick after going to the bathroom, they are using the scent glands on their paws to further mark their territory.

563.No, it's not just to make themselves look adorable. Dogs curl up in a ball when they sleep due to an age-old instinct to keep themselves warm and protect their abdomen and vital organs from predators.

564.Breathe easy. In addition to sweating through their paw pads, dogs pant to cool themselves off. A panting dog can take 300-400 breaths (compared to his regular 30-40) with very little effort.

565.How many dogs are in the world? Right now there are about 400 million worldwide. The majority are in the U.S., France comes in second.

566.There are 77 million dogs of all different breeds (purebred and mixed) in the U.S. - This is the combined human population of California, Texas and Illinois.

567.A typical dog's mouth puts forth 150 to 200 pounds of pressure per square inch. Some can apply up to 450 pounds.

568.A "pack" of dogs can be as small as 2 of them.

569.A Greyhound can run up to 45 mph, a normal dog can reach 19 mph. A Greyhound can beat an Arabic horse in a race!

570.If you take 1 dam (female) and her female puppies, over the span of just 7 years, it is technically possible for them to produced 4, 372 pups.

571.A dog in Germany gave birth to 1 litter of 17 puppies.

572.More than 5 million puppies are born in the United States yearly.

573.A female can be pregnant with pups from 2 different sires, if they both mate with her within 3 days.

574.77 dog names have been found among ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics including Blackie, Good Herdsman and Brave One.

575.The normal body temperature for a dog is 101.2 C Fahrenheit, but when a dam is going into labor, her temperature will drop.

576.Dogs have twice as many muscles for moving their ears as humans do. 18 different ones are involved when a dog moves their ear(s).

577.Dogs can hear sounds 250 yards away, we can only hear sounds about 25 yards away.

578.A dog's heartbeat is fast compared to a person's. Theirs is between 70 and 120 beat per minute, ours are just between 70 and 80.

579.A dog cannot see nor identify a person who is standing 300 yards away. Yet, if their owner is standing up to a mile away and waving his or her hands, the dog can identify them right away.

580.All breeds have 321 bones, humans adults have 206.



581.25% of people have admitted to speaking to their dogs out loud and/or talking to them through the answering machine when away from home.

582.With Dalmatians, 1/3 are deaf in one or both ears

583.When polled, 88% of dog owners say their dog stays right beside them while they watch television.

584.When it comes to taking photos, 58% of people include their pets when it is time to have family portraits taken.

585.A German Shepherd that was used as a guide dog for the blind, led a woman 2100 miles over the Appalachian Trail.

586.Kubla Khan owed the most dogs ever recorded, he had 5000 Mastiffs.

587.The bible mentions dogs 14 times.

588.A survey conducted in Australia showed that 7 out of 10 Australians believe their dogs are more dependable than their partner; and 8 out of 10 said they are more loving.

589.There are over 700 types of purebred dogs; the number slowly grows as hybrids are accepted as purebreds. All dog breeds were hybrids long ago, as breeding was done to gradually produce distinctive breeds.

590.In Germany and Switzerland, only 1 out of 10 families have a dog.

591.On birthdays and other holidays, 80% of owners include their dog, offering presents and special food.

592.Even though the Chihuahua is the smallest breed, a Yorkshire Terrier was the smallest dog ever recorded. Amazingly, he was only 4 ounces as a full grown adult and was only 2 and ½ inches tall.

593.One of the best working dogs ever was named Snag, who helped United States Customs make 118 drug seizures that totaled 810 million dollars.

594.Your dog can read your facial expressions! And they have a wide range of expressions themselves. This is one main way that they communicate with other dogs.

595.Dogs are so perceptive that they can recognize a person just by the sound of their footsteps.

596.Ever wonder why so many dogs like to chew on an owner's underwear? It is because it has a strong scent of that person.

597.A Japanese animal hospital study of people over 65 found that pet owners made 30% fewer visits to doctors than those who did not have pets.

598.Some prisons encourage inmates to keep dogs as pets because it has been shown to bring about long-term changes in attitudes and behavior...with dogs, some prisoners find out for the first time what it's like to give and receive affection.

599.Dogs know what time it is, just by depending on what is known as their "internal clock". They body and mind tells them when it is time to eat, when to expect their owner to come home and when to go to sleep, among other things.

600.The Basset Hound breed cannot swim at all.

601.When a dog howls at the moon, he or she is following a basic instinct to call the pack together (even if there is no pack!)

602.When a dog chases a car, they see it driving away and this causes them think that they accomplish their goal of chasing it away…This makes the dog to want to do it over and over again, since they did it "right" the first time.

603.A dog can suffer from a poor self-image, just like humans. This has been proven with dogs who have had their fur painted, they often act embarrassed and do not want to go outside as usual.

604.Dogs need to have their teeth cleaned at home, 1 time a day, but also need to see a "dog dentist" for a "full dental" in order to prevent infection and/or tooth loss.

605.Each dog's nose print is as unique as a person's fingerprints.

606.Dogs can make themselves throw up by purposely eating grass.

607.In African, there is a type of wolf dog called a Basenji that does not have the ability to bark.

608.When a dog smells another dog's urine, they immediately know: The gender, the age, the healthy and the mood of the other canine.

609.A huge catfish swallow a dog, a Dachshund (hot dog doggie) in 2003. The pooch was found after the fish was caught and cut open.

610.The heaviest breed is the St. Bernard.

611.The Chihuahua comes from Mexico, which has a state with the same name. It is thought that the ancient Aztecs first domesticated this breed.

612.The short term memory of a canine is between 15 and 20 seconds, however with repetition, that memory becomes long term, which can last many years.

613.Boxers were named for how they appear to be boxing, by moving their front paws when playing.

614.The shape of a dog's face can be a sign of how long they will live. Those with longer faces normally live longer. Those with shorter muzzles with in general live shorter lives.

615.There is a law in Ohio that allows a police officer to bite a dog is he or she thinks that it will quiet it down.



616.In Iran, one is not allowed to own a dog as a pet. The catch is that if the owner uses the dog to guard the home or to use for hunting, they are allowed.

617.Even in astrology, dogs are a force to be reckoned with and there is more than a little truth in the saying that "Every dog has his day"... There are 40 dog days between July 3rd and August 11, when Sirius, the Dog Star, rises and sets with the sun. The superstition that Sirius greatly influenced the canine race is found in Greek literature, as far back as Hesiod in the 8th century BC.

618.The very first dog chapel was erected in Vermont in 2001 by Mr. Huneck, an author who claims his dogs saved his live when he was sick. It is not clear how they did this…perhaps by companionship…?

619.The largest dog show in the world is the Crufts, held in London each year since 1886, with the exception of 1918-20 and 1940-47 when it was temporarily cancelled. In 1936 it attracted record breaking numbers... 4388 dogs!

620.In 1957, Russia sent the first dog into space, however the technology to have him return did not exist.

621.Ancient Egyptians revered their dogs as much as their cats. When a pet dog would pass away, the owners shaved off the eyebrows, put mud in their fur, and performed a ritual for days to honor them.

622.The origin of the practice of docking a dog's tail is said to have come from Rome, circa 50 AD, when it was thought to prevent rabies.

623.Ozzy Osborne, the famous rocker once wrestled with a coyote that had a hold on his wife's small Pomeranian. Ozzy won the battle.

624.Only 3 dogs survived the Titanic: one was a Newfoundland, one a Pomeranian and one a Pekingese.

625.In the Middle Ages, both Great Danes and Mastiff dogs has armor put on them, along with collars with large spikes, and were sent into war…often to defend the army's caravans.

626.A Bull Terrier named .Rusty overwhelmed vets after managing to devour a pair of bicycle handle bars

627.Rin-Tin-Tin was a famous dog during WWII. He was found during a battle in France and then an American soldier named Lee Duncan took him home. He was so famous, that many people wanted his autographs, so his paw would be dipped in ink and then placed down on paper.

628.Snoopy, fictional star of the comic strip Peanuts was one famous imaginary dog! Peanuts was translated into 21 languages in 75 countries with over 355 million readers

629.Toto from the Wizard of Oz movie was a female Cairn Terrier named Terry.

630.White Boxer dogs are not officially recognized by the AKC, however 1 in 4 are white. However, deafness is a trait seen in many.

631.Chihuahuas can be 1 or more of 29 different hues.

632.German Shepherds are the breed that bites the most people.

633.In general, dogs can bite 10 times faster than a person can respond.

634.On average, a puppy sleeps 16 hours per day and an adult dog sleeps 15 hours. This includes both naps and nighttime sleeping.

635.Dog Ears move independantly each other.

636.The Labrador Retriever has been on the AKC’s top 10 most popular breeds list for longer than any other breed.

637.A dog’s nose print is unique, much like a person’s fingerprint.

638.Forty-five percent of U.S. dogs sleep in their owner’s beds.

639. Speaking of sleeping … all dogs dream, but puppies and senior dogs dream more frequently than adult dogs.

640.Seventy percent of people sign their dog’s name on their holiday cards.

641.A dog's sense of smell is legendary, but did you know that their nose has as many as 300 million receptors? In comparison, a human nose has about 5 million.

642.Rin Tin Tin, the famous German Shepherd Dog, was nominated for an Academy Award.

643.Dogs’ noses can sense heat and thermal radiation, which explains why blind or deaf dogs can still hunt.

644.The French Bulldog was first named the most popular breed in 2022.

645.The name Collie means “black.” (Collies once tended black-faced sheep.)

646.Yawning is contagious — even for dogs. Research shows that the sound of a human yawn can trigger one from your dog. And it’s four times as likely to happen when it’s the yawn of a person your pet knows.

647.The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is the only breed named for a fictional person, a character in the novel “Guy Mannering” by Sir Walter Scott.

648.Dogs curl up in a ball when sleeping to protect their organs — a holdover from their days in the wild, when they were vulnerable to predator attacks.

649.The Basenji is not technically “barkless,” as many people think. They can yodel.

650.The Australian Shepherd is not actually from Australia. In fact, they are an American breed.



651.And the Labrador Retriever is originally from Newfoundland.

652.Human blood pressure goes down when petting a dog. And so does the dog’s.

653.There are over 75 million pet dogs in the U.S. — more than in any other country.

654.A person who hunts with a Beagle is known as a “Beagler.”

655.Dogs are not color-blind. They can see blue and yellow.

656.All puppies are born deaf.

657.Dalmatians are born completely white. They develop their spots as they get older.

659.Basenji Dogs Don't Bark, They Yodel If you thought all dogs barked, you might be surprised to learn otherwise. Basenjis don't bark but instead are known to yodel, whine and even occasionally let out a scream as a means of communicating. Their barkless traits have earned them a nickname: "The African Barkless Dog."

660.A Greyhound Could Beat a Cheetah in a Long-Distance Race

661.30% of Dalmatians Are Deaf in One Ear

662.Chow Chows & Shar-Peis Have Black Tongues

663.Dogs Have Three Eyelids

664.Dogs Engage in Selfless Acts of Kindness

665.Dogs can estimate the size of another dog by the sound of their growling.

666.Sweat ducts in dogs’ paws are activated when it is too hot and helps to keep their body temperature cool. Because of dogs’ “sweaty feet”, they leave wet footprints.

667.The smell in a dog’s urine lets other dogs know if the one who left the message is young or old, male or female, healthy or sick and happy or angry.

668.To drink water, dogs plunge their tongue straight into the water, pull it to the rear and shovel the water into their throat.

669.Dogs know when they do not have enough information to solve a problem and actively search for more input.

670.Dogs conduct their "business" in a north south-direction.

671.Dogs are able to breathe out through their mouth and nose at the same time.

672.All puppies are unable to hear when they are born.

673.Many dogs are able to learn over 100 words and gestures.

674.Dogs sweat through their paws instead of their armpits.

675.The world's tallest dog was over 7 feet tall!

676.An Australian shepherd isn't even from Australia.

677.Your dog will dream just like you do.

678.Yawning is contagious for dogs too!

679.Dogs have a sense of time. It's been proven that they know the difference between an hour and five. If conditioned to, they can predict future events, such as regular walk time.

680.Your dog is as smart as a two-year-old! Ever wonder why children around this age seem to have a special bond with the family dog? It could be because they speak the same language.

681.A study at UCSD claims that your dog can genuinely get jealous when they see you display affection for another creature.

682.The United States has the highest pet dog population in the world. Approximately 75.8 million in fact.

683.The Saluki is the world’s oldest dog breed. They appear in ancient Egyptian tombs dating back to 2100 B.C.

684.Dachshunds were originally bred to fight badgers.

685.Dogs that have been spayed or neutered live longer than dogs who are intact.

686.More than half of all U.S presidents have owned dogs.

687.Stray dogs in Russia have learned how to ride the complex subway system and get off at specific stops in search of food.

688.Your dog can smell your feelings. In fact, your dog’s sense of smell is approximately 100,000 times better than yours. So it shouldn’t be shocking that they can, in fact, smell things such as fear. When a human is fearful, they perspire, and a dog is easily able to pick up on this change.

689.Dogs have wet noses because it helps to absorb scent chemicals.

690.Dogs can be trained to detect cancer and other diseases in humans. Cancerous cells release different metabolic waste products than healthy cells in the human body. Dogs may even be able to sniff out cancer cells simply through smelling a someone’s breath.

691.Do you have a dog that experiences separation anxiety? Try leaving some clothing with him that you’ve worn. It’s been proven that the scent you leave behind on your clothes can help ease your dog's separation anxiety.

692.Have you ever wondered why your dog curls up in a ball when they sleep? It’s actually an age-old instinct to keep themselves warm and to protect vital organs while they sleep.

693.Your dog can help get you a date! One study showed that a man’s chances of getting a girl’s phone number went from 10% to 33%, just by having a dog with them. In the study, a staggering 66% of men and women would not date someone who didn’t like pets.

694.Labradors have been the most popular breed in the United States for the last 26 years.

695.There are approximately 600 million dogs in the world. It is estimated that nearly 400M of those dogs are strays.

696.Scientists believe that the world’s first known dog lived 31,700 years ago. This prehistoric dog resembled a large Siberian Husky.

697.Spiked collars were originally fashioned in ancient Greece to protect dogs’ throats from wolf attacks.

698.Dogs DO have better low-light vision than humans because of a special light-reflecting layer behind their retinas.

699.A German Shepherd guide dog led her blind companion through the entire 2100-mile Appalachian Trail.

700.If never spayed or neutered, a female dog, her mate, and their puppies could produce over 66,000 dogs in 6 years!



701.A dog's' only sweat glands are between their paw pads.

702.Like human babies, Chihuahuas are born with a soft spot in their skull which closes with age.

703.The Lundehund breed has 6 toes and can close its ears.

704.In Roman times, mastiffs donned light armor and were sent after mounted knights.

705.The Russians trained dogs during WWII to run suicide missions with mines strapped to their backs.

706.A dog's mouth exerts 150-200 pounds of pressure per square inch. Some dog breeds can exert up to 450 pounds per square inch.

707.A one year old dog is as mature, physically, as a 15-year old human.

708.The average city dog lives 3 years longer than a country dog.

709.87% of dog owners say their dog curls up beside them or at their feet while they watch TV

710.Dogs can be trained to detect epileptic seizures.

711.15 people die in the U.S. every year from dog bites.

712.In 2002, more people in the U.S. were killed by dogs than by sharks during the past 100 years.

713.Newfoundlands are great swimmers because of their webbed feet.

714.Basset Hounds cannot swim.

715.The Bible mentions dogs 14 times.

716.Three dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic - a Newfoundland, a Pomeranian, and a Pekingese.

717.Obesity is the #1 health problem among dogs.

718.An American Animal Hospital Association. poll found that 33% of dog owners admit to talking to their dogs on the phone and leaving answering machine messages for them while away.

719.70% of people sign their pet's name on greeting and holiday cards.

720.58% of people put pets in family and holiday portraits.

721.There are only 350 Cisky Terriers in the world - perhaps the rarest breed.

722.The phrase "raining cats and dogs" originated in 17th century England when it is believed that many cats and dogs drowned during heavy periods of rain.

723.Humans have kept dogs as pets for over 12,000 years.

724.The largest breed of dog is the Irish Wolfhound.

725.The world's smallest dog breed is the Chihuahua.

726.The St. Bernard is the world's heaviest breed.

727.Only dogs and humans have prostates.

728.Dogs do not have an appendix.

729.In 1957, Laika became the first living being in space via an earth satellite.

730.There are 703 breeds of purebred dogs.

731. When a puppy is born, he is blind, deaf, and toothless.

732.A dog’s whiskers found on the muzzle, above the eyes and below the jaws are technically known as vibrissae. They are touch-sensitive hairs than actually sense minute changes in airflow.

733.Dogs are capable of locating the source of a sound in 6/100ths of a second by using their swiveling ears like radar dishes.

734.The Alaskan Malamute is not only the oldest working sled dog but they are also built to withstand arctic temperatures as low as -70°F. Yes, 70 Degrees below 0.

735.Dogs will reach their adult size around 12 and 24 months of age.

736.Famous war dog, Rin Tin Tin was the first Hollywood dog star.

737.Walt Disney's Dog, Sunnee was the inspiration behind Lady and The Tramp.

738.Dogs are naturally submissive to any creature with a higher pack status. I.e. the household cat!

739.The Pekingese and Japanese Chins were so important in the Ancient Far East that they had their own court of servants and were worshipped in Ancient Chinese Temples. They were also carried on trade routes as gifts for monarchs and emperors.

740.After the fall of the Roman Empire people were more concerned about their survival that breeding and training dogs wasn't a priority. During this time packs of dogs commonly ran the streets and terrified citizens. This is thought to have bought about the legends of Werewolves.

741.The American Kennel Club or AKC was founded in 1884.

742.The Term "Dog days of Summer" comes from Ancient Rome where people would associate the hot summer months with the rising star Sirius, or the 'dog star'.

743.Dog trainers were held in high regard in Ancient China. A great deal of domestication took place in China, especially dwarfing and miniaturizing.

744.Tail docking may have its roots in Ancient Rome where writer Lucius Columella claimed amputating a dogs tail helped prevent Rabies.

745.It costs upwards of $10,000 to train 'Search and Rescue' dogs.

746.A Blood Hound is so adept at scent tracking that their trailing results can be used as evidence in a court of law.

747.Germany was the first country to train seeing eye dogs after WWI as a way to help disabled veterans. In 1916 they opened the world's first guide dog school in Oldenburg, Germany.

748.The iconic 'Poodle Cut' was originally put in place to help assist the breeds natural swimming abilities as the pom poms were thought to increase buoyancy.

749.Dogs curl up into a ball when sleeping to protect their vital organs and stay warm. A basic instinct left over from their wild days.

750.Of all European dog breeds, the German Shepherd is the most Wolf like as it was once called the Alsatian Wolf Dog.



751.A small dog's average resting heart rate is around 120 BPM, around 50% faster than that of a human's at 70 BPM.

752.The Akita tops the list as one of the most difficult breeds to train because of their strong will, stubborn nature, and the fact they were bred to hunt big game such as elk and bears. Other notoriously hard to train dogs are the Chow Chow, Shar-Pei, Alaskan Malamute, and Rottweiler. All working dogs were more or less bred to make their own decisions and think independently. A great trait when you have to trust them with making decisions but when you need them to be obedient it's a whole other story.

753.The Northern Inuit Dog is often bred with wolves to maintain the size of the breed. The breed was also the ideal candidate for the young Direwolves in HBO's Game of Thrones.

754.There is a National Dog Day, celebrated on August 26th.

755.When dogs kick their hind legs into the dirt after they finish their business, they are actually not trying to cover their mess up. They are marking their territory.

756.Dog eyes have "built-in" night vision. A part of the eye called the tapetum lucidum allows dogs to see in the dark. A vast majority of strays that end up in shelters are pets who are lost simply because they don't have any identification. Additionally, Fourth of July is the busiest time for animal shelters as most pets get lost during that holiday due to being scared of loud fireworks and running away.

757.Chocolate can be very deadly to dogs due to containing the ingredient, theobromine. Dogs cannot metabolize theobromine and ingesting chocolate could cause a severely toxic buildup in their system which could become fatal.

758.The dog was the first animal to be domesticated by humans.

759.Research has found that dogs are able to tell how big another dog is just by listening to its growl.

760.Different smells in the a dog’s urine can tell other dogs whether the dog leaving the message is female or male, old or young, sick or healthy, happy or angry.

761.The wet nose, or rhinarium, is essential for determining the direction of the air current containing the smell. Cold receptors in the skin are sensitive to the cooling of the skin by evaporation of the moisture by air currents.

762.It takes eighteen muscles to move a dog’s ear. This specificity of motion helps the dog pinpoint the origins of sounds much faster than a human can.

763.The average dog can run about 30 km/hr. Greyhounds are the fastest dogs on earth and can run at speeds of 72 km/hr.

764.A dog can locate the source of a sound in 1/600 of a second and can hear sounds four times farther away than a human can.

765.Dogs with “squashed” faces have more health problems. The structure of the faces of pugs, boxers, and bulldogs makes them more prone to respiratory problems, dental problems, and other health issues.

766.Dogs are about as smart as a two- or three-year-old child. This means they can understand about 150-200 words, including signals and hand movements with the same meaning as words.

767.Your dog can read your moods. If you are sad or under stress, you may also notice a difference in your dog’s behaviour.

768.Dogs can sniff at the same time as breathing.

769.Some dogs are incredible swimmers.

770.Your dog could be left or right-pawed.

771.Along with their noses, their hearing is super sensitive.

772.Dogs have a "second nose" known as the vomeronasal, or Jacobson’s organ. This sensory organ sits between their nostrils and the roof of their mouth.

773.Some dogs can detect medical problems.

774.Dog yawns can be contagious and confusing!

775.Most dogs understand around 100 words.

776.Dogs can feel a wide range of emotions.

777.Dogs are good for our health.

778.Dogs Curl Up for Protection during sleep.

779.Dogs are among the few animals who show instances of voluntary unselfish kindness toward other beings without expecting anything in return.

780.Dogs have the ability to smell when you are stressed or scared. That is why it is so important to handle your emotions around your puppy.

781.The oldest living dog in history was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey, who lived for 29 human years and was put to sleep in 1939.

782.The heaviest and longest dog in history was Zorba, an Old English Mastiff who weighed 155.5 kg and measured 251 cm. He lived in London during the eighties.

783.Pearl, a Chihuahua from Orlando, Florida, measures 14.9 cm and weighs just 0.5 kg, which is lighter than most newborn babies.

784.The largest recorded number of puppies in a single litter was 24 puppies, delivered by a Mastiff through a C-section. Typical dog litters have between 1 and 12 puppies.

785.Dark chocolate, onions, garlic, and the artificial sweetener Xylitol can be deadly when eaten by dogs.

786.Dogs gulp or swallow food whole, leaving the digestive enzymes in the stomach and small intestines to do all the work.

787.Dogs can have three types of hair: short, medium, or long, and it can be coarse or fine.

788.Dogs dream like we do.

789.Dogs’ paws have a unique scent.

790.They have magic eyebrows, being composed of different sets of muscles. In dogs, one of those muscles is super pumped.

791.Dogs are not obligate carnivores and usually don’t need as much protein as they get.

792.Dogs do not feel guilty.

793.Dogs recognise siblings, but not necessarily as siblings.

794.Dogs can empathise.

795.Dogs can move their nostrils independently.

796.Lots of dogs have webbed feet - Many dog breeds have webbed paws, especially those that were bred for water-related jobs.

797.Labrador retrievers originate from Newfoundland, Canada.

798.Dogs love to eat grass.

799.Dogs can have autistic minds.

800.38 dogs have been awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal - Often known as the animal Victoria Cross, it's the highest award any animal can receive while serving in military conflict.



801.Dogs lick you to find out where you have been.

802.Dogs have three eyelids.

803.You can tell how a dog is feeling by its tail wag - A smooth, sweeping wag means its relaxed, a high tail with a fast wag means it's aroused or excited. A low tail or one that's tucked away can indicate worry or fear.

804.Puppies do not wag their tails - This behaviour develops at three to four weeks.

805.Some dogs change colour as they grow.

806.Adult dogs have many more teeth than puppies.

807.Some dogs howl to communicate.

808.Vogue launched its own spinoff for dogs: Dogue.

809.Dogs may be able to perceive ultraviolet light, or even sense the Earth’s magnetic field through their eyes.

810.Dogs are omnivores and can satisfy their nutritional needs with either meat or plant-based foods.

811.Dogs wag their tails asymmetrically. They show a right-side wagging bias when happy, and a left-biased wagging when stressed.

812.A dog’s lifespan is largely determined by its breed.

813.When they want to play, dogs often produce a sort of breathy snorting sound that resembles laughter.

814.Great Danes Are Not, In Fact, Danish - Great Danes originated in Germany, not Denmark. And oddly, they are the state dog of Pennsylvania.

815.A flesh-colored dog nose is called a "Dudley nose."

816.During the Imperial Era, Chinese emperors included four Pekingese in their entourage.

817.The word "schnauzer" comes from a German word meaning "mustached."

818.The most treats balanced on a dog's nose at one time is 29 and was achieved by a Husky crossbreed named George.

819.The plural of Komondor, a "mop dog" also known as the Hungarian Sheepdog, is Komondorak.

820.As a tax collector in a dangerous area, Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann decided to breed the Doberman Pinscher for protection.

821.Agility, a competitive sport designed to test a person's dog training and handling skills over a timed obstacle course, was created in the late 1970s.

822.Irish Water Spaniels have "rat tails" - tails where the root is thick and covered with soft curls, yet the tip is hairless.

823.The name of the Xoloitzcuintli, or Mexican Hairless Dog, is a combination of two Aztec words: "Xolotl," the god of monsters and magicians, and "itzcuintli," which means "dog."

824.The largest inheritance given to a dog was $15 million, bequeathed by Ella Wendel of New York to her Standard Poodle Toby in 1931.

825.Brindle is a coat pattern that occurs when black hair is layered on lighter-colored areas of the coat, producing tiger-striped markings.

826.Many Chihuahuas have a "soft spot" on the top of their head. This spot is called a molera and is the same as that found on human babies.

827.Italian Greyhounds were favored by Catherine the Great of Russia, King James I of England, and Queen Victoria.

828.The largest known litter size of puppies is 24. They were born in 2004 to Tia, a Neapolitan Mastiff.

829.Dogs are digitigrades, meaning they walk on their toes.

830.There are two major subgroupings of hounds: scenthounds and sighthounds. They are distinguished depending on the primary means they use to track their quarry.

831.The English word "terrier" is derived from the Latin word "terra," meaning "ground."

832.The first diabetes-detection dog was Armstrong, a yellow Labrador Retriever trained in California in 2003.

833.Thirteen U.S. states have designated an official state dog breed.

834.The Chinook breed is named after one dog that accompanied an Antarctic expedition in the late 1920s.

835.The word "pinscher" describes a dog's method of working and refers to the way they jump on and bite, or pinch, their prey.

836.The Norwegian Lundehund earned its name from its talent of hunting "lunde," or puffins.

837.Legend says that lamas (Tibetan priests) who failed to reach Nirvana came back reincarnated as Lhasa Apsos.

838.Thai Ridgeback has a symmetrical ridge that runs along its spine, created by fur that grows in the opposite direction from the rest of the coat.

839.Pictures of dogs resembling the Chinese Shar-Pei have been found on pottery dating back more than 2,000 years.

840.Papillon puppies from the same litter can be born with either drop or erect ears. Those with drop ears are called Phalènes, named after a type of moth that drops its wings.

841.An Otterhound can pick up an otter's "drag," or scent trail, up to 10 hours later.

842.The Barbet, an ancient breed of water dog, got its name from its defining "barbe," or beard, that grows under its chin.

843.The Parson Russell Terrier is similar to the Jack Russell Terrier but is longer-legged and more squarely built.

844.In both humans and dogs, there is a strong connection between teeth and hair. As a result, many hairless dog breeds lack teeth.

845.Before the 20th century, European travelers driving cattle and carting goods to market often tied their money belts around their Rottweilers' necks to avoid being robbed.

846.Dachshund means "badger dog" in German. In fact, the long, low Dachshund was originally bred to follow badgers into their underground burrow.

847.A "dewclaw" is an extra claw or digit on the inside of a dog's leg.

848.The longest dog tail measured is 30.2 inches and belonged to Keon, an Irish Wolfhound, in 2015.

849.The world record for most "sit" actions performed by a dog in one minute is 35.

850.The longest sled-dog race ever was the Beringia-92, which covered 1,270 miles in eastern Russia in 1992.



851.All Shih Tzu dogs alive today can trace their lineage back to a group of seven male and seven female Shih Tzu.

852.In Welsh folklore, Pembroke Welsh corgis are recognized as the friends and steeds to fairies.

853.Which dog has six toes on each foot? The Norwegian Lundehund, obviously.

854.There is a dog that is the only breed capable of climbing trees, and that is the Catahoula leopard dog.

855.Why do basset hounds have those incredibly long ears? To trap scents.

856.Dogs are the most diverse mammals on earth.

857.There is a frequency in the Beatles song “A Day In The Life” that only dogs can hear.

858.The Ancient Egyptians saw dogs as deities.

859.Why do male dogs lift their leg while peeing? It’s to appear larger than other dogs.

860.Dogs drink with the back of their tongue.

861.Around 45% of dogs sleep in their owner’s bed.

862.A dog’s normal body temperature ranges from 101 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit.

863.Dogs have a sense of time, and can understand that time has passed by.

864.Just within five footsteps, dogs can sniff out which way you are walking.

865.When you yawn in front of your dog, it’s contagious even to them.

866.There is only one dog breed named after a fictional person, and that’s the Dandie Dinmont Terrier named after a character in Sir Walter Scott’s novel “Guy Mannering.”

867.Ever find it funny when your dog kicks backwards after doing its business? It’s not to cover it up but to mark its territory with the scent glands in their feet.

868.Dogs are more responsive to your tone than your words.

869.The whiskers of dogs are important sensory organs.

870.Dogs have over 100 facial expressions.

871.It is impossible to escape a tracking dog, but you can slow it down.

872.The Alaskan Malamute can survive temperatures as low as 50 degrees below zero.

873.A 26,000-year-old canine paw print was found fossilized next to a child’s handprint.

874.Dogs are now found all over the world.

875.About 28,000 dogs compete at the world’s largest dog show every year

876.Dogs can sniff which way you’re walking in five steps. They can tell which way a human scent trail is headed, even if they come across it at right angles and even if the person walks backward.

877.Dogs can sense the Earth’s magnetic field.

878.A dog's whiskers are important sensory organs. Technically called vibrissae, a dog's whiskers are not just for show - they help a dog sense its surroundings, maintain balance and even use air currents to determine how far people or animals are from them.

879.The rare Norwegian Lundehund is very unusual dog. It's the only dog that can physically close his ears when he wishes to. It has at least six toes on each foot and is so limber that it can spread its front legs all the way to either side as well as touch the back of its head to its back. It also had one of the most unusual jobs: climbing cliffs and crawling into tunnels to catch puffins on the isolated island of Vaeroy.

880.Certain dog breeds tend to win more at dog shows. These facts about dogs may help you win your next trivia night: The wire fox terrier has dominated the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, winning 15 Best in Show awards throughout the show’s 116 years. Next in line is the Scottish terrier with eight, the English springer spaniel with six, and the Pekingese and poodle tied with five.

881.DNA tests exist for more than 200 hereditary diseases in dogs. Responsible breeders can now test their dogs, and if they are carriers, they’ll make sure those dogs are bred only to non-carriers so that no affected dogs can be born. Many diseases, especially those caused by the combination of many different genes, don’t have DNA tests yet, but researchers are working hard to develop them.

882.Some body types are associated with certain disorders. While some disorders occur more in certain breeds because their founding dogs carried the genes for them, others occur more often simply because certain body types are more likely to have certain problems, whether the dogs are purebred or mixed.

883.The world’s richest dogs are very, very rich. But it turns out that stories of two of them: a German shepherd named Gunther, who allegedly inherited $400 million, and a poodle named Toby Rimes, who was said to be worth $92 million - were probably hoaxes.

884.Certain people foods are toxic for dogs. The artificial sweetener Xylitol tops the list, as small amounts can cause death. But chocolate is also deadly - the darker it is, the worse, although a little bit is not going to send your big dog to the vet. The same is true about onions and, to a lesser extent, garlic. Both can cause red blood cells to burst, and this can kill a dog if it eats enough of these foods.

885.The most popular dog breed changes with the times. The French bulldog has just begun its second year as the AKC’s most popular dog breed. Before that, it was the Labrador retriever, which reigned supreme for a record-setting 31 straight years.

886.More dogs are right-pawed. But the preference is pretty subtle, and it seems to depend on the task and the sex of the dog. In a study of almost 18,000 dogs, 60.7% of female dogs and 56.1% of male dogs preferred using their front right paw to get at food from a tube.

887.Newfoundlands are amazing lifeguards! Newfoundland dogs are the ultimate doggy lifeguards, because they have water resistant coats and webbed feet. They were originally bred as fisherman’s helpers and to rescue people from drowning.

888.A blind man and his guide dog hiked the Appalachian Trail. During eight months at 1990 a blind man named Bill Irwin hiked the Appalachian Trail with his guide dog, Orient helping him along the way. Dogs truly are man’s best friend.

889.The Saluki is the oldest dog breed. The Guinness World Record for the oldest dog breed is held by the Saluki. The breed dates back to 329BC and were kept as royal pets in Ancient Egypt. Reportedly, there are also carvings found in Southern Iraq of a dog that looks similar to a Saluki which dates back to 7000BC.

890.Almost all breeds of dogs have pink tongues, apart from Chow Chows and Shar-Peis - these dogs have black tongues. The Chow Chow and the Shar-Pei are the only two dog breeds that have fully black tongues. Even more interesting, the cause of these black tongues is currently unknown.

891.Dogs have three eyelids, including one called the “haw” or nictitating membrane, which helps protect and lubricate the eye.

892.The African Hunting dog is the most successful hunter in the world. The African Hunting Dog is the most successful land hunter in the world. They’re successful in 50-70% of their hunts, which makes them consistently the best mammalian hunter, they even hold the current Guinness World Record for it.

893.Dogs are the most popular pet on the planet, with 1 in 3 households worldwide owning a dog.

894.The breed known as the "Corgi" literally translates to "dwarf dog" in Welsh.

895.The Great North Dog Walk was the largest ever recorded dog walk, with 22,742 dogs in attendance. This took place in Tyne & Wear, UK, on 12 June 2011 and included 182 different breeds of dogs. (Guinness Book Of World Records)

896.A dog’s saliva can have a mild antibacterial effect as it contains enzymes; as such, dogs have a natural instinct to lick wounds.

897.Dogs Can Recognize Their Owner's Voice Above All Others.

898.Dogs Bring You Toys To Share Joy - Not Just To Play.

899.Dogs Choose Their Favorite Resting Spot Based on Your Scent.

900.Dogs Remember Kind People. Studies show dogs form long-term positive memories of people who treat them well.

901.Most Dogs Have a "Favorite Person". Dogs often bond most closely with the person who feeds, trains, or spends the most time with them. This mirrors attachment theory seen in human relationships.

902.Dogs Often Mimic Their Owners' Behavior. Dogs can unconsciously mirror human actions, moods, and energy levels—a phenomenon called behavioral synchrony. It is one more sign of their deep emotional connection to us.

903.Dogs Nap Near You Not Just To Sleep, But for Comfort. Sleeping beside you is a sign of trust and belonging.

904.Dogs Study Your Face To Read Emotional Cues. Dogs are remarkably skilled at interpreting human expressions. They often focus on the eyes and mouth to understand how we are feeling.

905.Dogs Enjoy Music. Research shows that genres like classical, reggae, and soft rock can reduce anxiety in canines. Individual preferences may vary, but many dogs seem to respond positively to soothing sounds.

906.Seeing You Triggers a Rush of "Love Hormone" - Oxytocin. Mutual gazing between dogs and their humans increases oxytocin levels in both. It is the same hormone that fosters bonding between parents and children.

907.A ONE-YEAR-OLD PUP IS AS PHYSICALLY MATURE AS A 15-YEAR-OLD HUMAN! Keep in mind that breeds do age differently. Large breeds tend to age faster than small breeds.

908.Dog's bite strenght is almost 3X then human bite.

909.Female dogs often have a better sense of smell than their male counterparts.

910.Research has shown that dogs can get jealous when they see their owner’s displaying affection towards another animal.

911.Dogs can read and respond tremendously well to human emotions, even reading facial emotions in photographs.

912.Your Dog Is More Responsive to Your Tone Than Your Words. Dogs tend to react much more to your tone than your words. While they can get to know a variety of words, they are much better at picking up on your overall tone. That’s why they may cower if you raise your voice or get excited when you speak in a high-pitched, happy tone.

913.A Bulldog Was Taught to Skateboard. Otto the English Bulldog rose to fame when his owner introduced him to the world and showed off his excellent talent in skateboarding. He even made the Guinness Book of World Records. Sweet Otto passed away at the age of 10.

914.There exists "surfing dogs", which enjoy surfing sessions just like humans do.

915.The Alaskan Malamute Can Withstand Temperatures as Low as 50 Degrees Below Zero. Not surprisingly, the Alaskan Malamute is built for the cold, but we mean the extreme cold. It is not recommended to leave them out in it for more than a few hours. They tolerate heat much less effectively; they can get pretty uncomfortable at 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

916.Just Like Human Babies, Chihuahuas Are Born With Soft Spots. We all know to be extra careful with our babies due to the soft spot, called a fontanel. As it turns out, little Chihuahuas have a soft spot as well. You’ll want to handle these tiny dogs with care.

917.There Are 18 Muscles in a Dog’s Ear. Dogs have around 18 muscles in their ears. This is why they can be so expressive with their ears. These muscles help them to change the direction of their ears slightly to hear noises surrounding them. They also do a lot in terms of communication and understanding your dog’s body language.

918.Sound Frequencies During Storms Are Painful to Dogs Ears. It’s no surprise that storms make many dogs uncomfortable (though not all dogs). The sound frequencies they pick up from the storms can be painful for them. There’s also static electricity that can be unpleasant for them as well. So, if your dog has a fit during a thunderstorm, comfort them and try to be understanding.

919.There Are Huge Size Differences Between Breeds. Salukis are thin and long-legged. Chihuahuas are tiny and frail. The Mastiff, Great Dane, and the Newfoundland are a group of towering giants, while dog breeds such as the dalmatian or German Shepard are somewhere in the middle. Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. The difference between breeds can be so astronomical that it's hard to believe every dog has a common ancestor.

920.Their Average Lifespan is Longer than You Think. What is the average lifespan for a dog? While it's true that they don't live anywhere close to the length that humans do, thanks to modern veterinary science, dogs are living longer than ever before. While there are a number of factors, such as breed, environment, diet, and lifestyle that contribute to a dog's longevity, the average dog lives somewhere between 10 to 13 years. It's not unheard of for some breeds to live 18 years or more given proper care though.

921.The Komondor, or Hungarian sheepdog, is nicknamed the “mop dog” on account of its unique corded coat. These eye-catching mop-like cords help protect Komondors from predators, keep them warm in harsh winters, and help them blend in with the flocks they are bred to guard.

922.Before guns, Pointers were still used to hunt birds. The hunter would throw a net over the dog and the pointed spot to trap the bird.

923.Unlike other breeds, sighthounds, such as whippets, greyhounds and Salukis – have a "double suspension" gait. This means they have full extension when they run with their front legs extending ahead of them and their back legs extending behind them. During full extension, none of their paws are in contact with the ground.

924.A hound is a dog, but not all dogs are hounds.

925.Dog's paw pads are designed for optimal traction. These specialised pads contribute to their agility and make them adept at navigating various terrains.

926.A dog's eyes are not only expressive but also equipped with unique features. Their pupils can adjust independently, enhancing their vision and allowing them to see well in low-light conditions.

927.Dogs have different barks for various situations, from alerting their owners to expressing excitement or anxiety.

928.In 2015, the most popular name for a male dog was Max, while Bella was number one for females.

929.The average dog can recognize around 150 words.

930.rench Poodles actually originated in Germany, not France.

931.Mongolian general Kublai Khan kept 5,000 Mastiffs as part of his army.

932.Over 2,500 dogs serve in the U.S. military today.

933.Pembroke Welsh corgis are revered for their enchanted nature and are known in Welsh folklore as companions and steeds to fairies. These dogs have been used as herding dogs, family companions, and farm guardians for centuries.

934.Dogs sneeze to show other dogs that they're not being aggressive. Although they sneeze in reaction to dust or other allergens, just as humans do, dogs also use sneezes to communicate. A 2017 study found that wild African dogs used sneezes for negotiating; other times, dogs will sneeze as a “calming signal,” indicating they want to take a pause.

935.The first-ever Olympic mascot was a dachshund named Waldi. The other prospective mascot contenders simply fell short.

936.A group of pugs is called a grumble. Much cuter than that thing our stomach does.

937.In 1925, a group of huskies helped save the children of a small Alaskan town.

938.Some dog breeds known how to... climb a trees. Catahoula Leopard Dog, Treeing Walker Hound, Tennessee Dogs.. Yes, specific dog breeds, including types of cur and coonhounds originating from the "Tennessee" region and beyond, are known for their "treeing" ability, a hunting skill that involves chasing prey up a tree and then waiting at the base, and while some individual dogs may exhibit natural climbing abilities, it is not a common trait across all dogs.

939.Basset hounds use their incredibly long ears to trap scents.

940.Dogs go poop when their bodies are aligned with the earth's magnetic field. A study published in the journal Frontiers in Zoology found that dogs are sensitive to small variations in the earth's magnetic field. Under "calm magnetic field conditions," dogs preferred to relieve themselves when their body was aligned along the north-south axis. The study also found that dogs avoid the east-west axis altogether.

941.The world's first dog lived 31,700 years ago and looked like a Siberian husky. The prehistoric dog was about the size of a shepherd dog, with a wide but short snout and a wider brain case than a wolf.

942.Dogs drink with the back of their tongue. Dogs don't have cheeks, so they can't create suction to drink like we can. Dogs move their tongues very quickly backward to build up momentum which forces water into a column and up into their mouths.

943.Dogs are now capable of watching TV because of the invention of HDTV with higher frame rates. Before that, TV just looked like a strobe light to them.

944.A dog’s normal body temperature is between 101 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit, a temperature of more than 103 degrees Fahrenheit is considered a fever for a dog.

945.Dogs can hear about four times the distance of a human.

946.Some dogs, like the Newfoundland breed, have webbed feet. Breeds that tend to do a lot of work in water, like the Newfoundland and the Portuguese water dog, have specially modified webbed feet to help them swim better.

947.Dogs can gauge your emotion by listening to your voice. The human brain has an audio cortex which differentiates voices from other sounds and reacts based on the emotion expressed in the voice. A study found that dogs have one too, and it's located in a very similar area of their brain. This makes sense, since humans have been breeding dogs for centuries, so at least a portion of their brain must go toward interpreting human cues.

948.Chinese nobles would hide Pekingese dogs in their sleeves as a form of attack. Pekingese dogs were bred as guard dogs for royals in imperial China. Emperors would carry the smallest and fiercest ones in their sleeves and release them to scare away any shady characters. They were ancient pepper spray, basically.

949.Despite those puppy eyes, dogs feel no remorse.

950.If you're over 30, you were alive before every dog living in the world today. This isn't so much a scientific fact as a shower thought, but it's still true AF. The longest a dog has ever lived is 29 years, so by that math, every dog alive today was born at least after 1993.

951.There is a place on earth that, quite literally, looks like doggy heaven. Territorio de Zaguates, or "Land of the Strays," is a volunteer-run shelter in Costa Rica. They have about 900 dogs there, and they have special hikes across the hills with you AND THE DOGS. OH MY GOD. Every one of the dogs in the shelter is up for adoption.

952.The golden retriever has never won the Westminster Dog Show. The name "pug" most likely came from the Latin word "pugnus," which means "fist," because the shadow of a fist resembles a pug's profile.

953.A dog once walked 2,800 miles through plains, desert, mountains, and rivers during the coldest part of winter to get back to his family.

954.Most French bulldogs' hips are too slim to deliver puppies, so their litters are almost always delivered via C-section.

955.A neuroimaging study revealed that dogs prioritize the smell of their humans over everything and anything else.

956.Doug the Pug, the world's most famous internet dog, has an estimated net worth of about $500,000.

957.Three border collies were once trained to run around Chilean forests wearing backpacks that released native plant seeds — this was an effort to try and rebuild areas devastated by wildfires.

958.Dogs have evolved to understand human laughter.

959.Roselle, a guide dog, saved her blind owner during 9/11 by leading him out of the North Tower and down 78 flights of stairs.

960.There once existed a breed of dog called the Turnspit that was bred to run on a wheel to make meat turn and cook evenly.

961.Some 26,000-year-old canine paw prints were found fossilized next to those of a child, revealing the oldest evidence of dog being man's best friend.

962.If you leave your dog a piece of clothing that smells like you, the scent will comfort them and it can help curb their separation anxiety.

963.Bloodhounds are able to trace scents that are over 300 hours old.

964.Dogs may chase their tails trying to catch fleas. Use your dog insurance and get your dog to the vet.

965.When Chow Chows are born, their tongues are pink. The blue-black color develops as the dog grows older.

966.Like human babies, Chihuahuas are born with a soft spot in their skull which closes with age.

967.Scientists found that the Australian dingo is genetically distinct from domestic dogs, and likely descended from wild dogs.

968.There’s a genetic reason why some dogs have blue eyes.

969.A one-year-old puppy is as physically mature as a 15-year-old human.

970.Heterochromia iridisis a rare (and often strikingly gorgeous) condition in which animals, including humans, have two different colored eyes. It’s particularly noticeable in dogs.

971.A dog’s shoulder blades are unattached to the rest of the skeleton to allow greater flexibility for running.

972.A dog named Laika became the first living being to visit space in 1957.

973.The Poodle haircut was originally meant to improve the dog’s swimming abilities as a retriever, with the pom-poms left in place to warm their joints.

974.America has the largest dog population in the world.

975.On average, a dog’s mouth exerts 320 pounds of pressure.

976.Dogs can detect slight differences in the same smell. Dogs know what direction a smell is coming from because they can tell that it's very slightly stronger say in the left nostril than in their right. Smells also change with age, and dogs can detect that: A tracking dog can tell which way someone went by the difference between the age of the smell of more recent footsteps.

977.Dogs have another chemical sense in addition to smell. Like many animals, dogs have the vomeronasal organ (VNO) in the roof of the mouth, which detects pheromones. This is one reason dogs may lick things we think are gross, including the urine of other dogs—to get it closer to that organ. Along with their sense of smell, this lets dogs know many things about other dogs by what they've left behind, such as their sex and how long ago they were there.

978.Dogs don't recognize themselves in a mirror but may have self-awareness. The mirror test is an experiment that's supposed to show if an animal has self-awareness. Put a mark on their body when they're unconscious, and if they touch themselves there when looking in a mirror, they know it's their reflection in the mirror. Dogs haven't been able to pass the mirror test. However, one researcher has argued that dogs do pass the test if you do it in a way that tests the sense that's important to them: they can distinguish their own urine from that of other dogs.

979.Dogs can hear much higher pitches than humans. The highest pitches discernible to the human ear are around 20 kilohertz, whereas dogs can hear up to 45 kilohertz. This ability probably evolved so they could hear the high-pitched sounds of small prey like mice. However, while dogs can hear those "silent" dog whistles that you can't, high-frequency sounds don't carry as far or pass through objects, so they're only useful in limited situations.

980.Dogs can pick their name out of background noise, but not as well as people can. Ever notice how your own name seems to jump out at you from the sounds of a crowd? Scientists call this the "cocktail party effect," and it's been tested in dogs. They can hear their name when it is the same loudness as the background noise - something human infants can't do. However, human adults can even hear their name when it's softer than the background, which dogs can't. So be patient with your dog in an extremely noisy place, he may not just be ignoring you.

981.A dog's nose can detect heat, too. A recently published study has discovered that dogs can detect weak thermal radiation or warmth, with their noses, at a distance. Dogs could reliably tell the difference between two objects, one warm and one room temperature, that were 1.6 meters away, even though they looked and smelled identical. Functional magnetic resonance imaging showed that a particular part of their brain was activated when detecting the warmth.

982.Your dog loves you for more than the treats! Neuroscience has shown that your dog really does think you're special. Functional magnetic resonance imaging of dog brains show that the caudate nucleus, which responds to something pleasurable, shows a more robust response to the smell of a familiar person than to that of a stranger or a familiar dog. And it's not just because you feed him. In another study, dogs' brains showed just as strong a response to the expectation that their owner would appear and talk to them as to the anticipation of a treat.

983.Your relationship with your dog is similar to the parent-child relationship. Behavioral research has shown that dogs rely on us in many ways, just like children rely on parents. Both dogs and infants feel more secure about exploring when their caregiver is present. In experiments, when a baby sees something scary, they decide whether to approach depending on whether their parent acts like the thing is OK, and dogs do the same with their owners.

984.That guilty look doesn't mean what you think it does. Owners think they can tell when their dog has done something wrong because they show a "guilty look." But a study showed that dogs gave the guilty look when their owners believed they'd done something wrong, even if they had not. And they didn't give a guilty look when they actually had disobeyed, but the owner believed they had been obedient. The look is a reaction to the owner's anger and fear of being punished, not to what the dog itself has done.

985.Dogs have evolved a special muscle to make puppy dog eyes. You know that sad look your dog makes when she wants your food? Dogs actually have a special muscle to lift the inner eyebrows to make that look, which is not found in wolves. To human eyes, the expression makes them look babyish and sad, so we probably accidentally selected for it in the course of domestication because we find it endearing, and it triggers a nurturing response.

986.Dogs have evolved to be able to digest grains. Advertisements tempt you to buy dog food because it's full of meat, and grain-free dog food seems to be a trend that is here to stay. But dogs' bodies have changed in many ways in the course of domestication, including their digestive system. A study comparing dog and wolf DNA found that they have evolved to have more copies of the gene to produce the protein that breaks down the starch in the intestines, and lab studies showed that they should be five times better at digesting it. This change allowed them to take advantage of a wider range of our food sources as they evolved to live alongside humans.

987.Licking is a sign that your dog is anxious. If your dog licks their lips or 'air-licks' when there's no tasty food around, it probably means they are stressed or worried. It's thought to originate as an appeasement gesture that attempts to defuse conflict with other dogs. In one experiment, dogs licked more often when experiencing an unnerving social situation, like a strange person walking directly toward them. In another, they licked more frequently when looking at photos of angry faces than photos of happy faces.

988.Dogs get runner's high. A study found that after running, both dogs and humans have blood elevated levels of an endocannabinoid, a neurotransmitter that signals the reward center of the brain that something is pleasurable. Unlike humans and dogs, this pleasurable effect isn't found in ferrets, a species that doesn't run long distances to catch prey.

989.It's fine to play tug of war with your dog. Another commonly repeated bit of conventional wisdom is that you shouldn't play tug of war with your dog, because it will cause behavior problems, especially if you let him win the game. This is also largely a myth.

990.Your relationship with your dog is not about dominance. Behavior issues in dogs are often attributed to them wanting to be "dominant," but this is based on long-discredited research. It derives from a claim about wolf packs that turned out to be inaccurate because the research was done with captive groups that did not have natural relationships. What's more, dogs are different from wolves in many ways, and research with feral dogs has shown that their groups don't have the same social structure.

991.The first purebred dogs in the U.S. were recognized in 1878. The first nine purebred breeds were recognized in the U.S. by the AKC in 1878. They were mostly hunting and sporting breeds, including some that are uncommon today, like the Clumber spaniel and Gordon setter.

992.Dogs don't crave salty snacks. Dogs' taste buds respond to the same basic chemicals as ours, but there's one big difference: they don't crave salt. Because their diet in nature was heavy in meat, which contains plenty of sodium, they didn't need to evolve a drive to seek it out.

993.Dogs dislike bitterness, but it's not that useful as a chewing deterrent. Dogs do dislike bitterness, but the taste buds that sense it are at the back of the tongue. So those bitter sprays might keep your dog from chewing the furniture, but only once he's taken a nice deep bite of it.

994.Dogs have a uniquely wide range of sizes. Dogs vary in size more than any other species of mammal. Some breeds weigh less than 10 pounds, and others can weigh up to 200 pounds. You can hold a Chihuahua in one hand, while the Irish wolfhound is typically over 30 inches tall at the shoulder.

995.Elderly dogs can have dementia. Just like humans, dogs' brains may start to have impaired functioning in old age. Signs of what's called canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD) can include disorientation, pacing, getting lost in familiar places, and staring into space. See your vet if you notice these symptoms because some drugs and supplements can help.

996. Female dogs are more likely to greet other dogs by smelling the snout/muzzle first, while males go for the anogenital region.

997.Basset Hounds cannot swim.

998.When dogs howl at each other, they adjust the pitch of the howl to sound unique.

999.In 2003, Dr. Roger Mugford invented the “wagometer,” a device that claims to interpret a dog’s exact mood by measuring the wag of its tail.

1000.Apple and pear seeds contain arsenic, which may be deadly to dogs. Chocolate & Raisins can be deadly for dogs either.