10 Fun Facts About Dogs

1. Dogs can understand up to 250 words and gestures.
2. The world's oldest dog breed is the Saluki, dating back over 7,000 years.
3. Dogs sweat through their paw pads.
4. A dog's sense of smell is 10,000 to 100,000 times stronger than a human's.
5. The average lifespan of a dog is 10-13 years.
6. Dogs can see in color, but not as vividly as humans.
7. The largest dog breed is the English Mastiff, which can weigh over 200 pounds.
8. The smallest dog breed is the Chihuahua, which can be as small as 4 inches tall.
9. Dogs are social animals and thrive on companionship.
10. Dogs can learn to perform many tricks, including fetching, shaking hands, and rolling over.