By Aparna Desikan
September 23, 2022
We know that dogs are loyal animals. Here are some other facts on dogs that will make you love the descendants of the wolf!
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One-third of all houses in the world have a dog as a pet! Loved for their devotion, they are the most popular pets among humans.
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Studies have shown that dogs can learn over 100 words and human gestures! This makes their intelligence similar to a two-year-old human.
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Studies show that the nose of dogs and their sense of smell is 40 times as sensitive as humans. This makes them a valuable resource for the police force!
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Have you ever sweated from the palm of your hands? Your doggo might empathise! They stress sweat through their paws too.
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Hold a treat in your hand and check which paw your pet uses to grab it. Just like humans, the dog’s brain also decides if they are left or right-pawed.
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As tempting as it is to treat your doggo to a chocolate treat, it is not a good idea! Chocolates are harmful to dogs and can cause diarrhoea, seizures or even death.
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Dogs are not receptive to all colours. The cones of their eyes are wired to see shades of only two colours - blue and yellow.
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