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    Interesting Dog Facts: Learn Things About Your Canine Pals That You Never Knew
    Interesting Dog Facts: Learn Things About Your Canine Pals That You Never Knew
    Interesting Dog Facts: Learn Things About Your Canine Pals That You Never Knew
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    Interesting Dog Facts: Learn Things About Your Canine Pals That You Never Knew

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    For centuries dogs have been man's companion, his "best friend" if you will, but there is so much more to dogs than just a pal hanging out with his human. 

    Beyond ball chasers, stick retrievers and lap warmers, dogs have been very carefully crafted by humans over several hundred years, creating a wide array of (up to 400) breeds, all with their own unique personalities and skills. 

    The popularity of dogs means that many people have experienced the silliness of their stunts, the cuddly 'fur ball' factor, and the intelligence in their ability to pick up commands. Many people may have also seen the 'bad behavior' side of their canine pals and the frustration that can come when they don't understand the breed they own. 

    But even with all the things people may know (or think they know) about their wonderful puppy pals, there are lots of interesting facts left untold. So let's share the secrets

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarling House Publishing
    Release dateJan 10, 2015
    ISBN9781516376377
    Interesting Dog Facts: Learn Things About Your Canine Pals That You Never Knew

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    Interesting Dog Facts - Pawsitively Safe

    By: Pawsitively Safe

    Interesting Dog Facts

    Copyright © Harling House Publishing 2015

    Published by Harling House Publishing

    If you would like to use this information in an educational/classroom setting, please first email the publisher at mailto:HarlingHousePublishing@gmail.com

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    All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical reviews and certain other noncommercial uses permitted by copyright law.

    This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. For permission requests, write to the author, at the address below.

    JanMarie Kelly

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    Phone: (717)456-0876

    Website: www.janmariekelly.com

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    First Electronic Edition: (01-04-2015)

    Introduction

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    For centuries dogs have been man’s companion, his best friend if you will, but there is so much more to dogs than just a pal hanging out with his human.

    Beyond ball chasers, stick retrievers and lap warmers, dogs have been very carefully crafted by humans over several hundred years, creating a wide array of (up to 400) breeds, all with their own unique personalities and skills.

    The popularity of dogs means that many people have experienced the silliness of their stunts, the cuddly ‘fur ball’ factor, and the intelligence in their ability to pick up commands. Many people may have also seen the ‘bad behavior’ side of their canine pals and the frustration that can come when they don’t understand the breed they own.

    But even with all the things people may know (or think they know) about their wonderful puppy pals, there are lots of interesting facts left untold. So let’s share the secrets...

    Behaviors

    Affection and Your Pup:

    ○  Do you enjoy hugging your dog?  Did you know that your dog most likely does not feel the same way ?

    ○  While you may enjoy snuggling with your dog, your dog most likely is only tolerating this invasion of space. For dogs interpret this act (putting your arm over another animal) as a show of dominance. Just like the act of mounting or humping is a show of dominance, so is your act of hugging.

    ○  Of course there are always exceptions, but most dogs do not enjoy this human experience. Even those that appear to enjoy it are most likely ‘tolerating’ their human’s need to squeeze.

    ○  One way to show your dog affection, that they might actually enjoy as well, is to groom your pet. You could even try ‘nuzzling’ with your dog instead of actually putting your ‘paw’ (arm) over top of them.

    Instincts:

    ○  Anyone with a dog has seen their pooch curl up into a ball when they are sleeping.  Have you ever wondered why your pooch does this?

    ○  Their instinct to keep warm and protect their vulnerable area (belly and vital organs) from possible predators is the answer. In the wild dogs will usually dig themselves a little nest then curl up into the nest giving them added warmth and protection while they sleep. 

    ○  In making their ‘nest’ dogs usually turn in several circles before lying down. This is an instinctive in dogs and they may turn around in your living room to simulate this process. 

    ○  But your pooch sprawls out when he takes his nap?  Then he’s either hot or feels comfortable and safe enough in his environment that he doesn’t feel the need to curl into a ball.

    ○  After all sleeping all curled up isn’t exactly an ideal way to get a restful sleep. To stay in this one, balled up position for hours means the muscles must remain tensed up.  This does not allow your pets to relax enough to move them into the REM part of sleep, which is something we all need for a good night’s rest.  Source: Vetstreet

    ○  Some folks have dogs that, every time the dog goes to the bathroom, they use their hind legs to kick at the ground making dirt and grass fly everywhere. Do you know why some dogs do this?

    ○  Yep, another instinct in the dog’s genes to mark their territory with the scent glands they have on the pads of their paws. The dog’s scent glands secrete pheromones and when your pooch ‘kicks’ the ground it releases these chemicals. Source: Healthy Pet

    ○  Have you ever had your dog out for a walk or running in the backyard and have it stop to roll in some horrible smelling mess (like droppings from other animals)? Do you know why your dog does this?

    ○  Many scientists believe that this is an instinct left over from the wild hunters that dogs came from. The roll in the smelly pile of goodness to help camouflage their own smell. Now your dog is prepared for the hunt and can  sneak up on other animals since his ‘predatory scent’ is now disguised 

    ○  Ever wonder why you male dog lifts its leg to pee?

    ○  Male dogs raise their legs so they can reach higher on a tree (or post) so that they can appear taller and more intimidating to other animals in the area. There are some wild dogs in Africa that will try to run up a tree while they are peeing so as to appear to be very large. 

    OCD, Illness, or Just Entertaining:

    ○  I’m sure most people who have dogs or have been around dogs long enough have notice the old ‘tail chasing’ episode and probably have had a good laugh at this seeming weirdo dog. Is the dog really crazy, just goofing off, or is there something more going on when your dog circles round and round?

    ○  Dogs can chase their tails for any number of reasons. Could just be out of curiosity, the need for some stimulation or exercise. They are bored and entertaining themselves. They are anxious and need a release. Out of a predatory type of instinct. Or even a bad case

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