Dogs

Fun facts and funny stories  about cute dogs

  Dogs were the first animals to be made into pets. People live  in the company of dogs for ages. The first pet dogs were wolves Over the years, dogs have formed different characteristics from wolves. Now, there are more than 400 different breeds of dogs. These dog breeds have been divided into several main groups, such as herding dogs, sporting dogs, hounds, working dogs and toy dogs.

World of  champion  dogs

Dogs are champion long-distance runners. And so  hunting dog assist  to men in hunt  long ago. They have great strength and can run for miles without getting tired. In fact, some dogs have been known to travel hundreds of miles in search of owners they have been separated from. Dogs have strong hearts and lungs and powerful muscular legs. As they run, their paws firmly grip the ground. If necessary, dogs can gallop with great bursts of speed or stop quickly and change directions. Like their ancestors who hunted animals for food, dogs have bodies that were born to chase.

Interesting and fun facts about new born puppies

Dogs usually give birth to one to twelve puppies at a time. The mother dog feeds, cleans and protects her babies.

Puppies begin walking around and exploring at about 3 weeks of age. At 4 weeks, they start to play. Sometimes, their mother joins in their games. Through play, puppies learn to move and the rules of proper dog behavior. For example, if a puppy bites too hard while playing, its mother might growl and nip it back. Some people keep puppies in their homes for companionship and for sale.

Why do dogs enjoy playing

  Dogs enjoy playing at any age. When they are young, play is an important part of their growth. Puppies who have played with other dogs and with people are more likely to become healthy adult dogs. Adult dogs need daily exercise to stay fit and healthy. Play also strengthens the bond between the dog and its owner.

  Dogs use sounds and body language to show how they feel. A dog might bark or whine if it wants attention. A happy dog wags its tail and moves excitedly. A frightened dog flattens its ears back and hangs its tail between its legs. An angry dog shows its teeth and growls.

Smart dogs can help people

  Dogs have been helping people for thousands of years. Dogs are good helpers because they are smart and easy to train. They are also devoted to their owners if they are treated well. Originally, people used dogs to safe guard homes or herd livestock. Over time, people used dogs for more jobs. In Arctic regions, people relied on dogs for pulling sleds and hunting. During wars, dogs were used to deliver messages or find injured soldiers. Today, some dogs are trained to help people who are blind or deaf. Others help the police find lost people or criminals and sniff out drugs. Some smart dogs can help  blind and deaf people.

The external features of dogs

 Dog’s family includes wolves, coyotes, foxes and jackals. Dogs and their wild cousins are found all over the world. They have special features that help them to live in their surroundings. Some dogs have  brindle features.

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