10 Fascinating Dog Facts You Probably Didn't Know

TLDRDiscover amazing and little-known facts about dogs, including their vision, noses, and unique characteristics.

Key insights

🐶Dogs can see colors, focus on specific points, and see better in the dark.

👃A dog's nose is unique, like their own fingerprints, and can change color.

🌍The oldest dog breeds are the Basenji and the Saluki, both from Africa.

🔊The Basenji dog doesn't bark, but makes a sound similar to a yodel.

👅Chow Chow dogs have a dark-colored tongue, ranging from black to blue and purple.

Q&A

Do dogs see in black and white?

No, dogs can see colors, but they perceive them differently from humans.

Are a dog's nose prints unique?

Yes, a dog's nose has a unique imprint, similar to human fingerprints.

What are the oldest dog breeds?

The Basenji and the Saluki are believed to be the oldest dog breeds.

Do all dogs bark?

No, the Basenji dog is known for not barking, but instead making a unique sound.

Why do some dogs have a dark-colored tongue?

Dogs like the Chow Chow have a higher number of pigment cells on their tongue, resulting in a unique color.

Timestamped Summary

00:10Dogs have unique vision abilities, including the ability to see colors, focus on specific points, and see well in the dark.

00:47A dog's nose is unique and can change color. It is also their own fingerprint.

01:06The Basenji and the Saluki are believed to be the oldest dog breeds, originating from Africa.

01:18The Basenji dog does not bark but makes a sound similar to a yodel.

01:37Chow Chow dogs have a unique and distinctive dark-colored tongue, ranging from black to blue and purple.