Strange Information on Dogs

We have compiled some strange information and facts on dogs that you may find quite interesting.

Have you ever heard a dog yodel? The dog, Basenjis, yodel but do not bark.

Happily two dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic. Both dogs were small toy dogs. The first dog was owned by Miss Margaret Hays and was a Pomeranian. The second toy dog was a Pekinese owned by Henry Sleeper Harper. Both of the toy dogs were on one of the early lifeboats that barely had any people on it.

Have you ever seen a dog blush? If you have met a Pharaoh Hound you may have seen him or her blush when he/she became happy or excited. The Pharaoh Hound’s ears and nose become pink.

How many adult teeth do you think a dog has? If you guessed or estimated forty two teeth you would be correct.

Do you know which dog is most likely the fastest dog in the world? Experts believe that the Greyhound is the fastest dog in the world reaching speeds of 45 miles per hour. Although owners of Whippet dogs think their dogs are faster over short distances due to being able to zig/zag better.

Small dogs are quite popular these days. The smallest dog in the world is the Chihuahua. Chihuahua’s should not weigh more than six pounds. This small dog should stand six to nine inches tall at the shoulder.

If you think the Poodle originated from France, you would not be alone. Although the Poodle is originally from Germany. The Poodle was used for herding, water retrieving and hunting.

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Do you have a Pharaoh Hound?

If you have a Pharaoh Hound you have probably found out that they are a very inquisitive dog that loves to play and is highly intelligent. They are also known to have a sense of humor and are reserved around strangers. The Pharaoh Hound is highly trainable and will definitely get a lot of heads turned while you are out on your daily walk.

The Pharaoh Hound originated in Egypt and was used as a hunting dog. They live between 12 to 14 years. Their color ranges from tan to a deep rich tan to chestnut with a white tip on the tail, chest, toes, and centerline on face. Their coat is short and glossy and barely sheds. Males can reach heights of 25 inches at shoulders and females 24 inches. The average weight of a Pharaoh Hound is 50 pounds. They are a lean looking dog.

Pharaoh Hound’s are great with children and even better if they grow up together making it a perfect family pet. They also make terrific rescue dogs, especially if they have had exposure to children. They are great socializers with other dogs as long as they are introduced properly but the hunter in them makes them likely to chase after cats and other small animals. The Pharaoh Hound is a low maintenance dog as far as grooming and make a perfect companion.


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