10 facts you don’t know about your dog

Pet Lover Space (USA)

 

Answered by 

David Mason

 

As a dog owner or trainer, is there 10 facts you don’t know about your dog?

As a dog owner and lover, there are definitely some surprising facts I've learned about my furry friend over the years. Here are 10 things you might not know about your dog:

1. Dogs have a sense of time: I never realized just how in tune with the clock my dog was until I started noticing her waiting by the door every day at the same time for our evening walk.
2. Dogs dream like humans: It's always entertaining to watch my dog twitch and wag her tail in her sleep, which apparently means she's dreaming just like us!
3. Dogs have a unique fingerprint: Did you know that each dog's nose print is as unique as a human fingerprint? It's pretty cool to think about.
4. Dogs have three eyelids: This one always surprises people, but dogs actually have a third eyelid called the nictitating membrane that helps protect their eyes.
5. Dogs can sense your emotions: I've seen it firsthand how my dog reacts differently when I'm sad versus when I'm happy. It's like she knows just how to comfort me.
6. Dogs have a great sense of smell: We all know that dogs have an amazing sense of smell, but did you know that it's estimated to be 10,000 to 100,000 times more acute than humans?
7. Dogs can fall in love: I never really thought about it before, but seeing how attached my dog is to me and my family, it's clear that dogs can form deep emotional bonds.
8. Dogs can get jealous: It's always amusing to see my dog's reaction when I give attention to another pet or even a stuffed animal. Dogs definitely have a sense of jealousy!
9. Dogs' whiskers are like GPS: Those adorable whiskers aren't just for looks—they actually help dogs navigate and sense their surroundings better.
10. Dogs have a unique way of showing love: Whether it's through wagging their tail, licking your face, or just cuddling up next to you, dogs have a special way of showing how much they care.

So, there you have it—10 interesting facts about dogs that you might not have known before. Dogs truly are amazing creatures, and I feel fortunate to have one in my life.