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Shocking & Interesting Facts About Dogs

Dogs, with their 300 million olfactory sensors, have an extraordinary sense of smell.

Smell

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More than 250 words, movements, and even facial expressions are understood by dogs.

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Intelligence

The Chihuahua, at a mere 2 to 6 pounds, is the tiniest canine breed in the world.

Chihuahua

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Dogs sweat through their paws and release heat by panting.

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Sweat

In comparison to human ears, a dog's is four times more acute.

Hearing

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Dogs have a specialized membrane in their eyes that allows them to see better in low light conditions.

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Vision

The tallest dog ever recorded was a Great Dane named Zeus who measured 44 inches tall.

Height

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Dogs can sense body changes like low blood sugar in diabetics and some cancers.

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Detection

The Basenji dog breed is unique in that it does not bark, but rather makes a yodeling sound.

Basenji