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TALKING ABOUT DOGS:
Dogs are the most popular and beloved domestic animals by humans, with whom they have
lived for about 16,000 years¹. However, there are many things that you may not know about
these faithful companions. Here are some curious facts about dogs that will surprise you.
- Dogs belong to the same species, Canis familiaris, but there are more than 300 different
breeds², with a great diversity of sizes, shapes, colors and behaviors. The oldest breed is the
basenji, native to Africa, which is also the quietest dog in the world, as it does not bark but
emits a sound similar to yodeling³.
- The nose of dogs is unique and unrepeatable, like the fingerprints of humans. It can be
used to identify each dog individually⁴. In addition, dogs have a very developed sense of
smell, which allows them to detect odors imperceptible to us, and even diagnose diseases
such as cancer or diabetes⁵.
- Dogs are not strict carnivores, but can eat a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables
and cereals. However, some dogs have a tendency to obesity, such as labradors, which have
a gene that makes them obsessed with food. Therefore, it is important to control their diet
and avoid giving them toxic foods for them, such as chocolate, onion or garlic.
- Dogs have an intelligence comparable to that of a two-year-old child, and can understand
up to 250 words and gestures. They are also able to express their emotions and feelings, and
perceive ours. Dogs thank us for the caresses, look us in the eyes to establish a bond, and
wag their tails to show their joy.
- Dogs have a higher body temperature than ours, between 38 and 39 degrees Celsius. To
regulate their temperature, dogs pant and sweat through the pads of their paws, as they do
not have sweat glands in the skin. Dogs also have baby teeth, which change for the
definitive ones between four and seven months of age.
- Dogs are born blind and deaf, and only start to see and hear from two weeks of life. Their
life expectancy varies according to the breed, size and care they receive, but on average it is
about 12 years. Dogs have eight different blood groups, and can donate blood to other dogs
who need it.
- Dogs are capable of creating democratic societies, in which collective decisions are made
and hierarchies are respected. Dogs also have a sense of humor, and like to play and joke
with their owners and other dogs. Some dogs can even smile, showing their teeth in a
friendly and relaxed way.
- Dogs are man's best friends, and they can also be friends of other species. There are cases
of dogs that have adopted cats, rabbits, ducks, monkeys and even tigers. Dogs can also feel
empathy, compassion and loyalty towards humans and other animals, and risk their lives to
save them.
- Dogs have a similar sleep to ours, with phases of deep sleep and light sleep. During deep
sleep, dogs can dream of their experiences, and move, bark or moan. Dogs can also have
nightmares, and wake up scared or nervous. To help your dog sleep well, it is important
that he has a comfortable, quiet and safe place to rest.
- Dogs are very curious animals, who like to explore and learn new things. Dogs can enjoy
activities such as agility, frisbee, tracking or training. These activities stimulate their mind
and body, and reinforce their bond with their owners. Dogs can also be very creative, and
use their ingenuity to solve problems or get what they want.
QUESTIONS
From where came the oldest breed of dogs?
-Africa
What can dogs feel like humans?
Empathy
What body temperature have the dogs?
-between 38 and 39 degrees Celsius.
Until what time the dogs develope their sightness?
-only start to see and hear from two weeks of life
What activities stimulates the mind of dogs?
-agility, frisbee, tracking or training.
Meanwhile the dogs can bark or moan?
What are some of the toxic foods for dogs that you should avoid giving them?
-Garlic, onion and chocolate
How do dogs show their emotions and feelings to their owners and other dogs?
Saving them
How can the nose of dogs be used for identification purposes and what other amazing
ability does it have?
-It can be used to identify diseases such as cancer, they can also form democracies
What dogs do to regalute their body temperature?
-To regulate their temperature, dogs pant and sweat through the pads of their paws
