10 Fun Facts About Dogs

  1. Dogs can understand up to 250 words and gestures!
  2. A dog's nose is 10,000 to 100,000 times more powerful than a human's.
  3. The world's smallest dog breed is the Chihuahua, and the largest is the English Mastiff.
  4. Dogs have a special "vomit center" in their brains that helps them to throw up.
  5. Dogs can see in color, but they see primarily in shades of blue and yellow.
  6. A dog's tail wagging does not always mean they are happy. It can also mean excitement, anxiety, or even aggression.
  7. Dogs can be trained to detect a variety of things, including cancer, diabetes, and seizures.
  8. The average lifespan of a dog is 10 to 13 years.
  9. Dogs are social animals and need regular interaction with other dogs and humans.
  10. Dogs have been domesticated for over 15,000 years!