- In
total there is said to be around 400 million dogs in the world.
- The
domestic dog has been one of the most popular working and companion
animals throughout human history.
- Dogs
perform many useful tasks for humans including hunting, farm work and
security as well as assisting those with disabilities such as the blind.
- Although
experts often disagree, there is scientific evidence which shows that the
domestication of dogs could have occurred more than 15,000 years ago.
- There
are hundreds of different breeds of dogs.
- Examples
of these breeds include: Bulldog, German Shepherd, Collie, Golden
Retriever, St Bernard, Greyhound, Bloodhound, Chihuahua, Labrador, Great
Dane, Rottweiler, Boxer and Cocker Spaniel.
- The
most popular breed of dog in the world by registered ownership is the
Labrador. With their gentle nature, obedience, intelligence and near
limitless energy, Labradors make for excellent family pets and reliable
workers. They often assist police and are a common choice as guide dogs.
- Dogs
have formed such a strong bond as pets, workers and companions to humans
that they have earned the nickname "man's best friend".
- Humans
help train various dog breeds to enter in competitions such as breed
shows, agility and obedience contests, racing and sled pulling.
- Dog
have superior hearing than humans, capable of hearing sounds at four times
the distance.
- Dogs
have a remarkable sense of smell, they are capable of differentiating
odors in concentrations nearly 100 million times lower than humans can.
- The
average life span for a dog is around 10 to 14 years.
- Those
involved in dog breeding refer to males as ‘dogs’, females as ‘bitches’,
dogs younger than a year old as ‘puppies’ and a group of offspring as a
‘litter’.
- Domestic
dogs are omnivores, they feed on a variety of foods including grains,
vegetables and meats.
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