We Love Dogs

27/08/2021

On the occasion of International Dog Day, let's take a look at the science behind why dogs, and other pets, make you happier

On the occasion of International Dog Day, let's take a look at the science behind why dogs, and other pets, make you happier.

27/08/2021

To celebrate dogs, irrespective of their shape, size and breed, International Dog Day is celebrated every year on August 26.

26/08/2021

“The only, absolute and best friend that a man has, in this selfish world, the only one that will not betray or deny him, is his DOG,” King Frederick of Prussia is said to have famously remarked in 1789 while talking about his Greyhound. Since then, the phrase - ‘a dog is man’s best friend’ has been used so much that it has got stuck in our hearts. Doggos love us unconditionally. Time and again they have validated that they are truly 'a man (and woman)’s best friend’.

Today is International Dog Day, an occasion to celebrate every dog, no matter what breed they are. The day, commemorated on August 26 every year, also aims to draw attention to the plight of loyal four-legged friends and encourage their adoption. The day was established as National Dog Day in the US in 2004 by a pet lifestyle expert and animal rescue advocate named Colleen Page.

On the occasion of International Dog day today, let’s have a look at some fascinating facts about our tail-wagging besties.

1. Dogs have the ability to breathe in and out at the same time.
2. Dogs have an excellent sense of smell. Did you know that a dog runs its tongue over its nose to keep it moist? The layer of moisture on the nose helps it in grabbing chemical compounds that smells are made of.
3. Unlike most dogs, Basenjis, a breed of hunting dog, makes sounds that include yodels and whines. The breed has been nicknamed the ‘barkless’ dog.
4. Dogs have three eyelids per eye. The third eyelid, also known as the nictitating membrane, provides protection.
5. Dogs can use their impeccable sense of smell for sniffing out diseases in human beings.
6. Dogs have around 18 muscles per ear while human beings have just six.
7. Most dogs are extremely good natural swimmers.

25/08/2021

Five interesting facts about GREYHOUNDS you probably didn't know:
1. Greyhounds are known as 45mph couch potatoes-
Surprisingly, greyhounds are actually considered quite a lazy breed. Once their racing days are behind them, they love nothing more than snoozing on the sofa. There’s a reason they’re known as 45mph couch potatoes.

Although large dogs, they’re a breed that don’t require a great deal of exercise which makes them well suited to families who aren’t that active.

2. They’re unable to sit comfortably-
You won’t often see a greyhound sitting down - they’ll either be standing or laying on something. This is because they actually have trouble sitting, and although you can teach them to sit on command, it won’t be very comfortable for them and they won’t be able to do it for long periods of time.

This is due to the muscles in their hind legs. Hence why you’ll often find them lying on their bed or on the sofa.

3. They can see behind them-
While they don’t have eyes in the back of their heads, amazingly, greyhounds can actually see behind them. This is because of their thin heads and widespread eyes which gives them 270-degree vision, unlike us humans who have 180-degree vision.

Another interesting fact about greyhounds is that they can see moving objects better than things that aren’t moving.

4. It's the only dog breed mentioned in the Bible-
The oldest purebred dog breed, greyhounds are said to date back thousands of years. They even get a mention in the Bible, the only breed of dog specifically mentioned.

Proverbs 30:29-31, King James Version, reads: "There be three things which do well, yea, Which are comely in going; A lion, which is strongest among beasts and Turneth not away from any; A greyhound; A he-goat also."

5. They almost became extinct-
Although greyhounds are said to date back to Ancient Egypt, they were almost no more by the Middle Ages and nearly became extinct due to a famine. They were then protected and bred by clergymen with the breed becoming popular with aristocracy.

In fact, any ‘commoner’ caught owning a greyhound would be punished. And in the tenth century, killing a greyhound would see you executed thanks to laws by King Hywel of Wales.

24/08/2021

Do you know that An Adelaide dog has broken the Guinness World Records® record for Loudest Bark by an Individual Dog by barking at an astounding 113.1db, beating the current UK record holder whose bark only reached 108db. The record-breaking bark was produced by six-year-old Golden Retriever ‘Charlie’, at an organised record attempt that took place at Purina Bark in the Park - the doggie social event of the year - in Rymill Park, Adelaide, late last year.

Charlie’s bark of 113.1db was 42 times louder than everyday conversation and the same volume as a loud rock concert! His bark smashed the previous record set in London in 2009 by Daz, a white German Shepherd, bringing the title to Australia for the very first time.

24/08/2021

The research was a three-stage experiment which involved 34 canine participants. It found out that dogs had the ability to smell out the truth - DNAINDIA.COM

Dogs can recognize liars and dishonest people, says this Japanese study - The research was a three-stage experiment which involved 34 canine participants. It found out that dogs had the ability to smell out the truth

19/08/2021

They’re the UK’s most popular breed of dog, but how much do you know about the loyal Lab?

19/08/2021

The ITBP dogs played a crucial role in securing Indian mission in Kabul, Afghanistan.

The ITBP dogs played a crucial role in securing Indian mission in Kabul, Afghanistan. | OpIndia News

18/08/2021