What Are The Fact And Myth About Dogs?
The breeders are always looking for new puppies. They want to have many puppies at one time so they can sell them all quickly. A good breeder will pay much attention to the health of their dogs and make sure that they get proper care from a vet if needed. If you are interested in buying a puppy, then it is best to go with a reputable breeder.
A good breeder will provide everything your dog needs including food, water, exercise and love. And good breeder will not just sell you a puppy but will take the extra time to show you how to properly train your new family member. Also good breeder wants to pass down their genes for future generations of puppies.
There are several types of golden retrievers: black, chocolate, bay and white. Each type has its own personality. Some are very friendly while others may bark or even bite when they feel threatened. Golden retrievers come in different sizes ranging from tiny to medium sized. There is no set size for a golden retriever; however, there is a standard size for most breeds of dogs which is between 15 inches (38 cm) tall and 10 inches (25 cm) long.
Your new family member will grow to love you no matter what type of dog you own. When you first get your dog, the breeder will give you all the information you need to know about your new dog. You should follow that advice and train your pet right away. Dogs are very smart and will learn from their owners.
Genetics can play a huge role in how big or small your dog grows up to be. It may or may not take after the parents, especially if they are mixed with a different breed of dog. It is difficult to predict how big or small a puppy will grow up to be and that is why many people love mixed breeds.
When you have a mixed breed, then you have a dog that will always be unique. Even if two dogs from the same litter are both mixed with the same type of dog, they will still come out slightly different from each other. This is what makes mixed breeds so special.
Labrador retrievers are one of the most common dogs around. People like to use them for hunting, hiking and other outdoor activities where you need a loyal friend to play the role of “buddy”. Labs are easy to train because they are very loyal and love playing with their owners. Their fun-loving attitude makes them one of the best dogs for families with children.
Golden retrievers are one of the most popular dogs for families. They are bred to be family friendly and gentle with children. That said, a golden retriever will play rough with children and that is something you have to keep an eye on. The last thing you want is for your dog to accidentally knock over a toddler.
Barking is a natural instinct for dogs. It is how they communicate with one another and express themselves. Dogs will bark when they hear noises, when they are happy or even when they are feeling threatened. Many dogs will bark non-stop if they are bored and have nothing better to do.
Some breeds of dogs are known for barking more than others. How much a dog barks is a trait that has been passed down from their parents and their parents before them. There are also ways to reduce barking with the right training which we will talk about later.
One of the best ways to find a dog that suits you is to go to your local shelter. There are so many dogs at the shelter and most of them are mixed breeds. This gives you a huge selection where you can pick the perfect dog for you.
Adopting a dog from the shelter also helps reduce animal homelessness and gives you a friend for life!
There are many myths about dog ownership that people tell each other. These myths often get passed down from person to person and some of them turn out to be quite untrue. The following are some common myths about dog ownership and the truth behind these statements.
MYTH: If I adopt a shelter dog, I am getting an aggressive dog.
FACT: This is not true at all. In fact, shelter workers will often tell you about a dog’s past behavior and details about the animal. They can also tell you how the dog behaves in certain situations and what type of owner it would do best with.
MYTH: I want a small dog so it can live in my apartment.
FACT: Although some people have small apartments, others do not. Some people need a large space to let their dog run around. Small dogs can live in big houses and big dogs can live in small apartments.
MYTH: My kid wants a puppy, not a full-grown dog.
FACT: While this may be true, be sure to teach your child how to properly care for a pet. Dogs need a lot of attention and care and if a child is not willing to do that, the pet will suffer.
MYTH: Male dogs lift their legs and mark their territory on trees and signs when they are walking around the neighborhood.
FACT: All dogs, both male and female, lift their legs and mark their territory. However, female dogs squat to pee. This is why you will see squiggly lines of pee along the sidewalk.
MYTH: Dogs must be outside in a yard to be happy.
FACT: Dogs are pack animals. They like to be around their humans and other pets. As long as they are getting enough exercise and attention, they will be happy.
MYTH: Dogs are colorblind. They can’t see colors at all.
FACT: Dogs can see some colors such as blues and yellows but they do not recognize different shades of color the way humans do.
MYTH: Dogs have 300 million sensory receptors for smell. Humans only have 5 million.
FACT: The sense of smell is very important to dogs but it isn’t actually that much better than a human’s. While humans have 5 million sensory receptors for smell, bloodhounds have 300 million! Dogs still have an extraordinary sense of smell though.
MYTH: The loud noise will not hurt the dog. It will just scare it.
FACT: There is no such thing as a noise that is “not loud” or that cannot hurt a dog. Every noise a dog hears is processed by its brain just like we process words. While some noises may not bother us, they may be terrifying to a dog.
MYTH: Dogs only see in black and white.
FACT: Dogs do not see the same way that humans do. However, dogs can see colors but not all of them. Blues and yellows are the colors that they can see the best.
MYTH: Big dogs are friendly and like people.
FACT: Just like people, some big dogs are friendly and some aren’t. There is no way to tell by looking at a dog whether it is friendly or not.
MYTH: Dogs can get used to the smell of skunk.
FACT: Anything sprayed by a skunk’s scent glands is fair game to be smelled by the dog over and over again. The smell of skunk on the dog’s fur can transfer to your house or your clothes, making everything smell. Dogs sprayed by a skunk can take days to weeks to get rid of the smell. They also need special shampoo for the task.
MYTH: If I cut my dog’s nails really short, it won’t hurt him.
FACT: If your dog’s nails are touching his pads, they can cause him pain. They also wear down as he walks which protects his pads and your floors or carpets.
MYTH: I need to get my dog “fixed” so he won’t spray.
FACT: There are several types of surgeries that can be done on a dog to prevent spraying such as tacking, wrapping or removing the dog’s testicles. However, these do not always work. Some dogs can still spray even if they have been altered.
MYTH: Dogs like the smell of other dogs behind!
FACT: Dogs can have a wide range of smells that they like or dislike. While some dogs may like the smell of other dogs’ behinds, others will hate it. It is best to stay away from another dog’s backside.
MYTH: I can’t touch a dog’s paws because they have “dirty” paws.
FACT: Just like humans, dogs walk around and get things on their paws. They may walk in dirt, grass, leaves, or even get them wet. No matter where they walk, they will bring stuff into the house on their paws. However, this does not make their paws dirty. It just makes them wet or dirty like shoes make our feet dirty.
MYTH: Dogs can smell if someone does not like them.
FACT: The person who does not like your dog may not even be able to tell if your dog is afraid or likes them. Your dog, however, can smell that the other person is uncomfortable around dogs which can make them afraid. This myth probably came about because many dogs are afraid of loud people.
MYTH: Some dogs can smell cancer.
FACT: There is no evidence that this is true. Some dogs are able to smell certain types of diseases that their owner has but no dog can smell cancer.
MYTH: I can’t get my dog a Band-Aid because they will bite off the bandage.
FACT: Dogs often lick their wounds, even deep ones. They then find comfort in licking the wound and do not try to bite off the bandage. Even if your dog did bite the bandage, they would not be able to break the skin with their teeth.
MYTH: If a dog has pigmented (colored) eye cornia, then they are part wolf.
FACT: Dog can have pigment in their eye cornea and still be a purebred dog of that breed. Eye pigment does not prove dog’s ancestry.
MYTH: I can’t touch a dog’s ears because they are very sensitive.
FACT: Even though some dogs’ ears are more sensitive than others, you should be able to touch them without causing any harm. It is OK to touch a dog’s ears. Some dogs even like to have their ears scratched.
MYTH: Dogs can catch human colds.
FACT: Dogs do not have the same type of cold as humans and so they cannot “catch” a human cold.
MYTH: My dog is drooling because he’s hungry.
FACT: Dogs often drool when they are nervous or anxious. Some dogs may drool when they are asleep or just woken up. When dogs get really excited, they may drool a lot too!
MYTH: My dog doesn’t like hats.
FACT: Some dogs don’t mind wearing a hat, others just accept it as part of their costume when they go “trick or treating.” However, some dogs hate wearing hats and will do anything to get you to take it off.
MYTH: My dog’s ear is red on the inside. He must have an infection.
FACT: Dogs’ ears do not get infected like humans. They may get an ear wax buildup that makes the inside of their ear red, but this is completely normal.
MYTH: My dog’s breath smells bad, so he must have gum disease.
FACT: Like humans, dogs have “good” and “bad” breath. Some dogs just have “bad” breath all the time because of their diet. Brushing a dog’s teeth, however, can help keep breath odor to a minimum.
MYTH: Dogs don’t like balloons.
FACT: The myth may come from the fact that uninflated balloons may look like shards of glass when unrolled. Once inflated and seen as harmless, dogs tend to like the feel of balloons.
MYTH: My dog is drooling because he’s dehydrated.
FACT: Dogs can get dehydrated. but they also salivate more when they are nervous or anxious. Some dogs drool when they are excited too.
MYTH: I can’t clip my dog’s nails because they will “bleed” a lot.
FACT: Dogs have dark blood, so it looks like a lot is coming out, but really it isn’t. You may see some “squirts” of blood, but this is a good indication that you are cutting the right area and it will quickly stop.
MYTH: My dog’s leg has been injured. So I need to put a splint on it.
FACT: If a dog’s leg has a fracture or sprain. then it needs to be put in a cast. A splint is used for joints that just need support. like a human finger.
MYTH: All dogs can taste sweetness.
FACT: While many dogs can taste sweet things, some breeds (like the Newfoundland) cannot.
MYTH: Dogs can smell cancer.
FACT: Some research has shown that dogs can be trained to smell certain types of cancer. And even detect its scent when a person has it during some early stages. The jury is still out on whether this can be used reliably and on ALL types of cancer.
MYTH: Dogs sweat through their tongue.
FACT: While a few breeds of dogs may have long tongues that seem to be sweating, they actually pant to cool themselves off. True, some breeds have extra large tongues that just look like they are panting.
MYTH: My dog doesn’t like to swim.
FACT: Some dogs do not like to swim, while others just love it! If a dog is going to be around water, it is a good idea to take them swimming so they do not accidentally drown if they fall in.
MYTH: Dogs cannot get sunburns.
FACT: Just like humans, dogs can get sunburns. They also need sunscreen to protect them from the sun’s harmful rays.
MYTH: I don’t need to vaccinate my pet because it is inside all day.
FACT: Many diseases that can be prevented with vaccines are extremely contagious. While an inside pet may be less likely to encounter them. They are still out there and can be brought home on a person’s clothing, shoes, or even in the air.
MYTH: Dogs need meat to survive.
FACT: Dogs do not need meat to survive. In fact, most brands of dog food nowadays are completely meat-free and even contain grains or other carbohydrates to provide energy for your dog.
MYTH: Dogs need milk.
FACT: Most dogs are actually lactose-intolerant. Just like humans, they get diarrhea when drinking milk. Plus, it’s very fattening and can give them an upset stomach.
MYTH: I don’t need to feed my dog, because I let it outside all day.
FACT: Even if you are letting your dog outdoors, it’s still a good idea to feed it. Not only does it give your pet something to do and keeps it busy, but its body still needs energy even if it’s not doing much. Just like humans that sit around all day and don’t work out, they get fat and unhealthy.
MYTH: My dog only sleeps and eats, so I don’t need to do anything else for it.
FACT: This is perhaps the biggest myth of all! While dogs may sleep a lot and just seem like they are always eating, they still need a lot of attention. Play with them, brush them, take them for walks, and just spend time with them! They will love you for it.
