10 Fun Dog Facts
- Dogs have a special organ called the vomeronasal organ, which allows them to smell pheromones, helping them understand other dogs.
- A dog's sense of smell is up to 100,000 times stronger than a human's.
- Dogs can understand about 250 words and gestures.
- The oldest known dog breed is the Saluki, which dates back to 7,000 BC.
- Dogs can't sweat like humans. They cool off by panting.
- The Guinness World Record for the loudest bark belongs to a Great Dane named Zeus, who barked at 113.1 decibels.
- Dogs can experience emotions like joy, sadness, fear, and anger.
- The average lifespan of a dog is 10-13 years.
- Dogs have a third eyelid called the nictitating membrane, which protects their eyes.
- Dogs have a "wagging tail" instinct, even when they're feeling negative emotions like fear or anxiety.