Fascinating Facts About Dogs

There is so much to learn about your canine companion. You might think after living with your furry friend for years, you already know all you need to – but you might be surprised by some of these interesting facts about your dog.

A Dog’s Nose Print is Unique

Just like we humans can be identified by our fingerprints, dogs can be identified by their nose prints! No two dogs have the same print, and if you look closely, you’ll notice lines that form patterns on their nose (just like our fingerprints). Your canine’s nose print never changes either, so it’s often the most reliable way to identify the difference between two dogs.

Yawning is Contagious, Fido Included

You might have heard the phrase “yawning is contagious,” and there’s a bit of truth to that. When we notice someone yawning, our brain often causes us to yawn back as a sign of empathy for the other person’s tiredness. But what you probably didn’t know is that dogs are also highly likely to yawn if they notice their owners have. So this can possibly mean Fido is trying to express empathy to you when they yawn back.

Dogs Sleep Curled Up to Protect their Organs

Many dogs like to sleep curled up in a ball, especially when it’s cold. This rolly polly position not only helps them preserve heat, but it is also an instinctual way to protect their most vulnerable organs from predators. This position gives your dog a sense of safety, so even though your pooch doesn’t need to worry about predators anymore – it still provides them with a bit of comfort.

Dogs Are Not Completely Color Blind

Many people believe that our four-legged friends can only see in black and white – but that’s actually not accurate. Your pup can see color, just not on as wide of a spectrum as you do. When Fido sees the world, it’s in red and green hues.

All Puppies Are Born Deaf

The very last sense that a puppy develops is their sense of hearing. When a puppy is first born, they’re actually Deaf for the first three weeks of their life. But, once that little pooch does develop hearing, it’s already four times better than most humans.

Dogs are Among a Small Group of Animals that Show Unselfish Kindness

A recent study gathered data that showed dogs are one of a few animals that often show voluntary, unselfish kindness towards others that they know without any quest for a reward—an excellent reason to give your canine some extra cuddles and treats today.

Dogs are a fascinating species that have phenomenal talent, drive, intelligence, and love – but all of us pet parents already knew that.