Dogs have a visual range of 250 degrees compared to the human range of 180 degrees.
Stanley Coren, who wrote 'The Intelligence of Dogs', ranked the German Shepherd as the third most intelligent dog breed.
A stunning statistic: only one animal in three has a home that lasts their entire lifetime.
The Borzoi was called the 'wolf hunter' of Russia. Its name means 'swift' and it was bred on lines of speed and grace.
In order to really enjoy a dog, one doesn't merely try to train him to be semi-human. The point of it is to open oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog.
Edward Hoagland
Dogs of all different sizes and breeds are often used as therapy in hospitals, nursing homes, and schools for the disabled to provide affection and comfort for patients.
An American Animal Hospital Association poll showed that 33% of dog owners admit that they talk to their dogs on the phone or leave messages on an answering machine while away.
The Bergamasco from Northern Italy, one of the most unique breeds, is a dog whose coat is a combination of textures of wool and goat hair that come together and mat into cords.
The name Basset comes from the French adjective bas, which means 'low thing' or 'dwarf'.
One of the most enduring friendships in history - dogs and their people, people and their dogs.
Terry Kay
Man could learn much from his dog: to be a true friend, to be faithful and to appreciate those who love him.
The time to start teaching your dog to sit and stay is the day you bring her home.
Spaying and neutering pets not only protects it against certain cancers and infections, but it also helps to control the animal population.
If someone in your household is allergic to dogs, bathe your dog every week. He will shed less dry skin. You can also add a teaspoon of cooking oil to your dog's dinner.
He cannot be a gentleman which loveth not a dog.
John Northbrooke
The pom-poms was originally developed to increase the Poodle's swimming abilities as a retriever.
Female dogs lick their newborn pups to awaken them from their postpartum daze. Licking amongst, littermates also helps to strengthen the bond between them.
Although dogs can barely see an average person standing 300 meters away, they can easily identify their owner at a mile's distance if the owner waves his arms.
As soon as your new pet is comfortable with its new home, move it to the location where you will want it to sleep for its lifetime.
A puppy is considered an adult at the age of one year. At this age it is physically as mature as a 15 year-old human.
Female dog bites are twice as numerous as male dog bites.
Some dogs have a bite force of over 300 pounds per square inch. Rottweilers are said to have amongst the strongest bite pressure per square inch amongst dogs.
Heterochromia is the technical word for dogs, like the Siberian Husky, that have one brown eye and one blue eye.
Dogs can be trained to detect epileptic seizures in people.
French Bulldogs are easily identified by their bat-ears and half-flat, half-domed skull.
The Jindo was originally bred as a hunting dog and those traits live on in its bloodlines. It's loyalty to its master has been legendary, and the Korean government considers the Jindo a national treasure.
Dogs are both hunters and scavengers, but they aren't safe from other predators. Wolves, leopards, tigers and hyenas are known to prey upon wild dogs.
Breeds classified as hounds are not meant to hunt birds.
In 1889, the Tsar of Russia was listed as breeder for a Siberian Wolfhound entered in the Westminster's Kennel Club Dog Show.
Italian Greyhounds are a toy breed. They are lovingly known as 'IGs' or 'Iggies'. IGs love to run just as much as their Greyhound and Whippet cousins - some being clocked at speeds of 25 mph (40 km/h) in a full sprint.
Train your dog from day one so she will think of you as the leader of the pack. Dogs instinctively want to earn the pack leader's approval.
Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful.
Ann Landers
If a dog's prayers were answered, bones would rain from the sky.
Turkish Proverb
Overcoming abuse as a puppy, Sandy was nearly put to sleep at the pound before achieving Broadway fame as Little Orphan Annie's best friend. Between 1977 and 1983, Sandy only missed 14 of the 2377 performances of Annie.
Dogs become loyal not because you feed them, but because of the companionship you give them.
When a puppy is removed from its mother, don't make it spend the first night alone. Its loss of family is enough for one night.
A type of hairless dog, the Peruvian Inca Orchid is a rare and ancient breed that actually dates from pre-Incan times. Its name comes from the fact that it was once kept in rooms with orchids.
There is no faith which has never yet been broken, except that of a truly faithful dog.
Konrad Lorenz
The Beagle and Collie are the nosiest dogs, while the Akbash Dog and the Basenji are the quietest.
One reason a dog is such a lovable creature is his tail wags instead of his tongue.
Anonymous
The Keeshond (pronounced kays-hond) originated in Germany, although it has been called the Dutch barge dog.
If spoken commands are given in conjunction with hand gestures, dogs will learn them much quicker.
The father of a litter of puppies is called the sire. The mother is called the dam.
A dog that is disturbed while eating may become frightened and attack.
A great deal of the dog's early domestication took place in ancient China, especially dwarfing and miniaturization.
During its first week, 90% of a puppy's time is spent sleeping and 10% eating.
Whoever else thinks you are of little worth - to your dog you are the center of the universe...
Pam Brown
I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive.
Gilda Radner
The English word 'watchdog' is first found in William Shakespeare's The Tempest.
The Soft-Coated Wheaton Terrier gets its name from the shade of his coat, which is the golden color of wheat.
In the ancient Far East, Pekingese and Japanese chins were so important that they had their own servants.
Labrador Retrievers are great swimmers due to their otter-like tail and webbed toes. Their coat is also relatively waterproof which provides more assistance for swimming.
The most popular male dog names are Max and Jake. The most popular female dog names are Maggie and Molly.
After the fall of Rome legends of werewolves emerged as abandoned dogs travelling in packs commonly roamed streets and terrified villagers.
He never makes it his business to inquire whether you are in the right or wrong, never asks whether you are rich or poor, silly or wise, sinner or saint. You are his pal. That is enough for him.
Jerome K. Jerome
If you do not teach your dog your rules, he will invent his own.
The Beauceron is a French breed of herding dog that is relatively unknown outside of France. It is used extensively to herd sheep and cattle in the French countryside.
With a mottled coat and wild blue eyes, the Catahoula is thought to have originated from Nordic Wolfhounds brought to Louisiana. They were used in teams of three to round up livestock that had escaped to the bayous.
Cophragia (eating poop) is a nasty, but common habit some dogs have.
German Shepherds tend to experience arthritis at later ages, especially in the hips. They are also prone to ear infections because of their large ears.
A bone to the dog is not charity. Charity is the bone shared with the dog, when you are just as hungry as the dog.
Jack London
Light-coloured dogs can get sunburnt.
A type of Brazilian Mastiff, the Fila Brasileiro, is extremely loyal to its master, however they have been bred for centuries to mistrust humans they don't know.
A puppy's first teeth (or milk teeth) appears during the ages of 3-7 weeks. Adult teeth start to come through between 4 and 8 months.
Even after your dog is old enough to be fed only once a day, he should be given a morning snack just to calm his rumbling tummy.
A dog's whiskers - found on the muzzle, above the eyes and below the jaws - are technically known as vibrissae. They are touch-sensitive hairs that actually sense minute changes in airflow.
A puppy's eyes do not open until it is 10 to 15 days old. Its vision is usually not complete until it is about four weeks old.
Dogs have a remarkable sense of smell. One that is generally 10,000 to 100,000 times superior to that of humans.
The Greyhound is the fastest dog in the world and the 18^th fastest land mammal.
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.
Josh Billings
The Lagotto Romagnolo from Italy is the only dog in the world bred to search for expensive edible fungi known as truffles.
The earliest European images of dogs are found in cave paintings dating back 12,000 years ago in Spain.
In 1877 the first Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show was held in New York and one entry included a dog named Nellie, born with only two legs.
There are rent-a-dog companies in Japan that charge a flat rate for an hour with a dog.
The term 'dog days of summer' was coined by the ancient Greeks and Romans to describe the hottest days of summer that coincided with the rising of the Dog Star, Sirius.
Saint Roch is the patron saint of dogs. It is said he caught the plague while doing charitable work and went to a forest, expecting to die. There he was befriended by a dog that licked his sores and brought him food.
Alexander the Great is said to have founded and named a city, Peritas, in memory of his dog. The dog saved the warrior in a battle when he leapt and bit the lip of a charging elephant.
In Flemish, Schipperke translates to 'Little Captain'.
The Beagle is one of the only breeds that do not drool.
Some dogs have coats with two layers: the hair you can see, and a hidden, second coat called an undercoat. The undercoat helps the dog stay warm and dry in cold weather. It also protects his skin from the hot sun.
The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.
Mahatma Gandhi
I've seen a look in dogs' eyes, a quickly vanishing look of amazed contempt, and I am convinced that basically dogs think humans are nuts.
John Steinbeck
During the Renaissance, detailed portraits of the dog as a symbol of fidelity and loyalty appeared in mythological, allegorical, and religious art throughout Europe.
If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater... suggest he wear a tail.
Fran Lebowitz
The Norwegian Lundehund has six toes and can close its ears. It was bred for catching puffins.
The penalty for killing a greyhound in ancient Egypt was equal to the penalty of killing a man.
Chewing is not a problem. It's chewing inappropriate items that is the problem.
The Dorgi is a cross between a Dachshund and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. The breed owes its origins to Queen Elizabeth II when one of her Corgis mated with her sister's Dachshund.
Resolving behavioral problems is a gradual process. It takes commitment, repetition, consistency and lots of positive reinforcement.
The phrase 'raining cats and dogs' originated in 17th Century England, when many dogs and cats drowned during heavy downpours of rain and when rivers burst their banks.
To the world you are nothing. To a rescue dog you are the world.
Purebred dogs have the highest incidence of health problems and genetic defects.
I love a dog. He does nothing for political reasons.
Will Rogers
The Taco Bell dog is actually a rescued female named Gidget.
Approximately half of all of dog owners vacation with their pets.
The bite of a human is more likely to cause infection then a dog's bite.
Mixed breed dogs often marry the best traits of the dogs they're descended from. They usually have behavioural traits similar to the breed they most resemble in appearance.
After an avalanche strikes, the best hope for the victims are rescue dogs. They can find humans buried in snow up to 13 feet (4 m) deep.
Thirty percent of all Dalmatians are deaf in one or both ears. Hereditary deafness is common with many mostly white or all-white dogs.
The Bichon Frise is a favorite dog breed in Spain and is seen in a number of paintings by renowned painter Francisco Goya.
Dogs that are fed a regulator diet of dried dog food are often thirstier than those fed canned or moist foods.
Different smells in the a dog's urine can tell other dogs whether the dog leaving the message is female or male, old or young, sick or healthy, happy or angry.
Confucious say, dog who pee on electric fence get real zinger.
In some countries, it is illegal to dock or crop a dog's ears.
It is fatal to let any dog know that he is funny, for he immediately loses his head and starts hamming it up.
P. G. Wodehouse
Dogs shed naturally in the spring and fall, but due to artificial light, indoor dogs may shed all year long.
The Chinese Crested Dog originated in Africa. Chinese traders used the breed along trade routes to catch rats on their ships.
The Great Dane originates from Germany, not Denmark as the name may imply. In fact, it is the national dog of Germany.
Dogs have no appendix.
A dog's shoulder blades are not attached to the rest of the skeleton. This provides greater flexibility when running.
A dog's nose is not just used for smelling, but also to keep him cool. That's why a dog pants. The longer the dog's nose, the better his cooling system works.
Necessity has the face of a dog.
Gabrielle Garcia Marquez
Dogs' lives are too short. Their only fault, really.
Agnes Sligh Turnbull
During the Middle Ages, mixed breeds of peasants' dogs were required to wear blocks around their necks to keep them from breeding with noble hunting dogs.
A 12,000-year-old grave in Israel containing a human skeleton whose hand rests upon the bones of a small puppy is touching evidence of the long, close relationship between humans and dogs.
In general, male dogs weigh about 10% more than females of the same breed.
When you discipline a dog the right way, it creates trust and respect, and it creates a bond.
The Basset Hound made famous in the Hush Puppies shoe commercials was named Biggles.
Those involved in dog breeding refer to males as 'dogs', females as 'bitches', dogs younger than a year old as 'puppies' and a group of offspring as a 'litter'.
A female dog can produce up to 2 litters per year: 6-12 puppies per litter for larger breeds, 4-8 for smaller breeds.
The dog lives for the day, the hour, even the moment.
Robert Falcon Scott
Dogs have twice as many muscles for moving their ears as people.
The word 'Husky' is a corruption of the derogatory term 'Eskie' used by the early white settlers to refer to both the dog and the Eskimo (more properly, Inuit) tribes.
Border Collies are often used by golf courses to chase away geese.
The World's oldest dog was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey who lived to the age of 29 years and 5 month.
Wishbone was a TV show from the 1990s which featured a Jack Russell Terrier of the same name.
Dogs often hesitate before going out in the rain because the rain amplifies sound and hurts their sensitive ears.
The Coton De Tulear is a small dog whose name means cotton in French and whose coat is just as soft and fluffy. The breed originated in Madagascar.
A small statue of an Akita is often presented to new parents in Japan as a wish for health, happiness, and long life.
In Germany, it is mandatory to have your pet spayed or neutered. If you want to breed your dog, you must apply for a license.
The words Shih Tzu means 'lion dog' in Chinese. They were a house pet for most of the Ming Dynasty and became popular in the US after being brought home from England by soldiers during World War II.
I have caught more ills from people sneezing over me and giving me virus infections than from kissing dogs.
Barbara Woodhouse
The Maltipoo is a cross between a Maltese and a Poodle. The advantage of this dog is that it sheds very little since both parents are low shedders.
The most intelligent dogs are reportedly the Border Collie and the Poodle, while the least intelligent dogs are the Afghan Hound and the Basenji.
Maui was a Border Collie mix who got his first major acting role as Murray, the lovable but slightly dim-witted dog on Mad About You, during the comedy series' first season in 1992-93.
In terms of aggression, German Shepherds are known to be more likely to bite a person than most other breeds. Their aggression, however, does not generally affect their owners.
When most of us talk of our dogs, we tend to forget they are not people.
Julia Glass
The Cockapoo is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. It is considered a small, intelligent, low shedding breed that is great for families.
A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down.
Robert Benchley
The world was conquered through the understanding of dogs; the world exists through the understanding of dogs.
Nietzsche
Properly trained, a man can be a dog's best friend.
Corey Ford
The Beagle was bred from the larger Foxhound and was used in packs to hunt with men on foot.
The most affectionate creature in the world is a wet dog.
Ambrose Bierce
Dogs take between 10 and 30 breaths every minute.
The name Pug is believed to have derived from this dog's resemblance to the pug monkey.
In statuary, a dog at the feet of a woman symbolizes affection and fidelity.
There are many instances on record that describes how the companionship of a loyal, loving pet has helped ailing people to get better.
When a small dog is aggressive toward people, don't pick him up. This only reinforces the behavior since he will see it as a reward.
Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read.
Groucho Marx
Teddy Roosevelt's pit bull, Pete, once ripped off the French ambassador's pants at the White House event.
Some of the most popular names for female dogs are Molly, Maggie, Daisy, Lucy, Ginger, Chloe, Princess, Angel, Zoe, Sasha, Lady, Missy, Misty and Bella.
Dalmatian puppies are pure white when they are born and develop their spots as they grow older.
Argos or Argus, Ulysses' hunting dog, was the only creature to recognize the Greek hero when he returned home disguised as a beggar after 20 years of adventure.
The Chongqing Dog originated in southwestern China 2000 years ago. They are extremely rare and hard to find.
Dogs, like humans, use antihistamine therapy for allergic reactions.
Greyhounds are the most ancient dog breed.
During its first week a puppy is only able to crawl.
Dogs are miracles with paws.
Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy
If your dog likes to be chased, he is controlling the game. If you chase him, you empower him.
Nipper, a Terrier-mix mutt, became the famous symbol of RCA records showing the dog looking into the horn of a gramophone. He got his name from trying to bite visitors in the leg.
If a dog tolerates gentle handling between its toes, it's probably suited for children.
A dog will only be as good as his leader, it is a team effort.
85% of dogs visit a veterinarian at least once a year.
If you're finding it difficult to teach your dog to catch a ball, try tossing something soft like a knotted piece of fabric instead. Some dogs find softer items easier to catch.
A Great Dane can eat up to 8
The most common canine tumor - the lipoma - is benign and rarely needs surgical removal.
No one appreciates the very special genius of your conversation as the dog does.
Christopher Morley
At one point in history the Scottish Deerhound was so highly prized that no one with the rank lower than an earl was allowed to own one.
Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.
Anatole France
In 1306, Edward I of England looking to bring down Robert the Bruce, used Bruce's own dog, Donnchadh, to find him. The dog led them to their target, but then turned to defend its master who survived to become King of Scotland.
All dogs, regardless of breed, are direct descendants of the wolf.
The first team of Siberian Huskies made its debut in the All Alaska Sweepstakes Race of 1909.
Mixed breed dogs have multiple lineages that are usually unknown, while cross-breeds are the product of only two different breeds of dogs.
Mixed-breed dogs usually have behavioral traits similar to the breed they most resemble in appearance.
The Akita Inu of Japan is a distinct breed from the American Akita. During World War II, the Japanese Akita was almost driven to extinction.
During World War I, Americans took to calling their dachshunds 'liberty hounds' to avoid any association with Germany.
The Beatles' song 'Martha My Dear' was written by Paul McCartney about his Old English Sheepdog.
The Bedlington Terrier looks quite a bit like a lamb, though it was used to hunt rats. It was named after, the mining town of Bedlington, Northumberland, in northeast England.
Don't attempt to teach your dog anything else until he is able to sit and stay on command.
For people who have allergies, dogs with a single layer coat, or hairless dogs, are best.
The yarn chiengora is made of dog hair.
A litter of puppies does not necessarily make a bitch more mature and settled.
Dogs have twice as many muscles used for moving as humans.
The Basenji, an African wolf dog, is the only dog that cannot bark.
St. Bernard's were once used in the Swiss Alps to rescue people trapped in the snow from avalanches.
While urinating, male dogs lift their leg in order to aim higher and appear tall and intimidating to other dogs who pick up the scent.
Some of my best leading men have been dogs and horses.
Elizabeth Taylor
The Cesky Terrier (pronounced chess-kee) is a cross between a Scottish Terrier and Sealyham Terrier. Its country of origin is the Czech Republic.
The Ibizan Hound was traditionally used in Spain and France to hunt rabbits and other small game. The female is considered a much better hunter than the male.
If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience.
Woodrow Wilson
Air Bud is the 1997 feature film that sparked the franchise centered around the fictional dog Buddy, a Golden Retriever.
President John F. Kennedy kept his son's Welsh Terrier, Charlie, with him in the war room during the height of the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.
Petey was the name of the white American Pit Bull Terrier with a make-up pencil ring around one eye who starred in the 'Our Gang' comedies of the 1930s, and later TVs 'The Little Rascals'. In the Tom Hanks comedy Turner and Hooch (1989), Hooch is played by Beasley, a Dogue de Bordeaux (also called a French Mastiff).
The wrinkles on a bulldogs face channel blood away from its nostrils when it locks its jaws on a bull's nose.
The age at which a dog can be considered elderly varies widely. In general, the larger the dog, the more quickly it declines.
Children and dogs are as necessary to the welfare of the country as Wall Street and the railroad.
Harry S Truman
Most people think that dogs sweat by salivating, but they actually sweat through the pads of their feet.
The average heart rate for a large dog is 80-120 beats per minute.
Studies have shown that the simple stroking of a pet, such as a dog or cat, can actually lower ones heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
The Schnauzer gets its name from the word 'Schnauze' which in German means 'snout' and 'mustache.' It is a Terrier-like dog with a furry muzzle.
A dog's nose works 1 million times more efficiently than the human nose.
The burying of bones is part of a dog's instinctive feeding ritual; shaking things viciously is part of the hunting ritual.
Things that upset the Terrier may pass virtually unnoticed by a Great Dane.
Smiley Blanton
Just thinking that my dog loves me more than I love him, I feel shame.
Konrad Lorenz
Tibetan Mastiffs are called do-khyi ('tied dog') in Tibet, representing their role as a guardian by being tied outside the home.
Dachshunds were bred to fight badgers in their dens.
A dog needs to work off excess energy every day.
Harvey the Hound is the mascot for the Calgary Flames NHL team.
Corgis were once used to drive cattle off land where they did not belong.
During the Middle Ages, Great Danes and Mastiffs were sometimes suited with armor and spiked collars to enter a battle or to defend supply caravans.
The first dogs were self-domesticated wolves which, at least 12,000 years ago, became attracted to the first sites of permanent human habitation.
I hope if the dogs take over the world, and they choose a king, they don't just go by size, because I bet there are some Chihuahuas with some good ideas.
Aldous Huxley
The Borzoi was bred by the Russian aristocracy for hundreds of years.
In 2004 a Basset Hound named Jack from Fulda, Germany, earned a record for the longest ears. They measured 33.2 cm in length, or just over 13 inches.
Dogs have three eyelids. The third lid, called a nictitating membrane or 'haw', lubricates and protects the eye.
According to ancient texts, a dog was the King of Norway for three years in the 11^th century.
Following WWI the German government trained the first guide dogs for war-blinded soldiers.
The Great Dane was declared the national dog of Germany in 1876.
Our dog chases people on a bike. We've had to take it off him.
Winston Churchill
Siberian Huskies have been used to herd reindeer in Siberia for 3000 years.
Chihuahuas are born with a molera, or soft spot on the head, like a newborn human baby. It usually disappears as they mature.
The approximate cost of training a federally certified search and rescue dog is $10,000.
As many as 25% of dogs entering shelters each year are purebreds.
The heaviest dog breeds include: Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, Neopolitan Mastiff, Saint Bernard and English Mastiff.
Cynophobia is the fear of dogs.
Because of their large heads, Bulldog puppies are usually delivered by cesarean section.
People have been keeping dogs as pets for the past 12,000 years.
Composer Richard Wagner would have his Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Peps, sit on a special chair as he played his latest compositions. Based on the dogs reactions, he'd either keep or toss out each passage.
In the Middle Ages, Rottweilers were used to hunt boar, a type of wild pig with tusks.
Some Australian Shepherds (Aussies) are born with naturally short bobbed tails (NBT), others with full long tails, and others with natural partial bobs, where the tail is mid-length and appears stubby.
German Shepherds are known to be one of the best breeds of working dogs. They are often employed by police, military, and search and rescue operations.
In 2003, Dr. Roger Mugford invented the 'wagometer' a device that claims to interpret a dog's exact mood by measuring the wag of its tail.
The Porky is a cross between a Pug and a Yorkie. This small dog is heartier than the standard Yorkshire Terrier, with longer hair and the more easy-going temperament of the Pug.
The Cocker Spaniel originated as the 'Cocking Spaniel', a name derived from its ability to flush out woodcock.
Eye contact is a potent control factor with any dog.
Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog.
Sydney Jeanne Seward
A hand that is free is a hand that should be petting me.
Unknown
To keep themselves warm in the winter, dogs sometimes curl up with their tail covering their nose.
Housebreaking a puppy is just like toilet training a child; first you learn to recognize the signs, then you react every time you see them.
Unlike most dog breeds, Chihuahuas are frequently finicky eaters.
It doesn't matter if an animal can reason. It matters only that it is capable of suffering and that is why I consider it my neighbor.
Albert Schweitzer
About the size of a grain of rice, a microchip can store ID information and transmit GPS coordinates to identify dogs that become lost.
Max von Stephanitz has been credited as the creator of the German Shepherd.
Snuppy, an Afghan Hound born in 2005, was the world's first cloned dog.
When properly trained and conditioned, a dog can pull up to 23 times their body weight.
The coats of the Komondor and Puli consist of cords formed when the outer and inner coats cling together.
The average dog can understand about 150 - 200 words, making it about as smart as a 2 - 3 year-old child.
The 'spring' in Springer Spaniel refers to this breed's ability to spring or startle game.
Everyone needs a spiritual guide: a minister, rabbi, counselor, wise friend, or therapist. My own wise friend is my dog.
Gary Kowalski
The Foo (or Fu) Dog is a mythological guardian animal in Chinese culture that is part dog, part lion. It is supposed to bring happiness and good fortune.
When it comes to cartoon dogs, there is none more iconic than Snoopy. The dog of Charlie Brown, Snoopy and his friends have been a part of our lives since 1950.
Whale eye is when you can see the whites of a dog's eyes repeatedly or constantly.
The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel featured on the HBO series Sex and the City was actress Charlotte York's dog.
The common belief that dogs are colour blind is false. Dogs can see colour, just not as vividly as humans.
My goal in life is to become as wonderful as my dog thinks I am.
Toby and Eileen Green
Buy a pup and your money will buy love unflinching.
Rudyard Kipling
It is estimated that one million dogs in the United States have been named the primary beneficiary in their owner's will.
Dogs' noses are wet so as to catch more of the tiny droplets of smelling chemicals in the air.
It is very important to always stay vigilant when dealing with large packs.
Studies show that some dogs can detect cancer by smelling a person's breath.
The Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest Arctic sled dogs.
The Irish Wolfhound and Great Dane are considered the tallest breed of dogs.
The Peekapoo is a cross between a Pekinese and a Poodle.
The Beagle came into prominence in the 1300s and 1400s during the days of King Henry VII of England. Elizabeth I was fond of Pocket Beagles, which were only 9 inches high.
A hot spot is a common skin irritation but should never be ignored. They spread easily and can be extremely uncomfortable for the dog.
In 1999, Tawny, a yellow Labrador Retriever, gave birth to 18 puppies in her very first litter. For this she received the Iams' Mother of the Year award.
Chewbacca of Star Wars was inspired by George Lucas's dog Indiana, an Alaskan Malamute.
The Lowchen breed originated in France during the 14^th century and was featured in the Guinness Book of World Records twice - once as the most expensive dog in the world, and once as the rarest.
There are many nerve endings in a dog's ears, and by rubbing them one can relax the whole dog.
From a dog's point of view, his master is an elongated and abnormally cunning dog.
Mabel L. Robinson
Velcro was invented in 1948 by Swiss engineer George de Mestral after he returned from a hunting trip with his dog and notice the burrs of burdock that kept sticking to his clothes and his dog's fur.
A dog has 319-321 bones in its body, which is about 115 more than humans.
Cowboy Roy Rogers' dog was named Bullet.
The frequencies that dogs can perceive and hear are almost twice that of humans, and they can pick up and distinguish sounds at roughly 4 times the range of humans.
One female dog and her offspring can produce 67,000 dogs in 6 years.
Franklin D. Roosevelt's dog Fala received the military distinction of honorary private. The honor came after the dog's contribution of a dollar a day to the war effort was followed by hundreds of thousands of other US dogs.
The Daisy Dog is a three-way cross between a Poodle, Shih Tzu and a Bichon. They are reportedly very calm and are excellent companion dogs that travel well or live in small places.
Dogs are capable of locating the source of a sound in 6/100^ths of a second by using their swivelling ears like radar dishes.
Adult dogs generally have 42 permanent teeth, although it may vary slightly according to breed.
Sam, a blind Chinese Crested Dog, a hairless breed, was a three-time winner of the World's Ugliest Dog contest.
As Chihuahuas have such small skulls, the flow of spinal fluid can be restricted, causing hydrocephalus, a swelling of the brain. This condition affects many toy breeds.
Ancient Egyptians revered their dogs so much that when a pet dog would die, the owners shaved off their eyebrows, smeared mud in their hair, and mourned aloud for days.
In Egypt, a person bitten by a rabid dog was encouraged to eat the roasted liver of a dog infected with rabies to avoid contracting the disease.
A team of Russian doctors and scientists conducted 1,278 telepathic experiments with dogs, of which 696 were successful. The research team concluded that some ESP factor must be at work.
The Dalmatian is also sometimes referred to as the English coach-dog, the carriage dog and the plum pudding dog.
Monks used the Lhasa Apso as a guard dog in temples.
A Border Collie once set the record for opening a manual car window in 11.3 seconds.
While in office, the Clintons had two pets, Buddy the Chocolate Lab and Socks the cat. The two did not get along, so they were kept in different parts of the White House.
Canadian Prime Minister William Leon Mackenzie King had several Irish Terriers, all named Pat.
If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you; that is the principal difference between a dog and a man.
Mark Twain
Dogs have lived with humans for over 14,000 years. Cats have lived with people for only 7,000 years.
The great pleasure of a dog is that you make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.
Samuel Butler
Dogs can see color but it is not as vivid a color scheme as we see. It is much like our vision at twilight.
Puppies lose their baby teeth around 4 months of age.
If you want loyalty - get a dog. If you want loyalty and attention - get a smart dog.
Grant Fairly
Brush your dog 3 times a week in the spring and you'll have a summer free from shedding.
A lonely dog can all too easily become destructive.
Before it became mandatory for dog owners in New York City to clean up after their pets, more than 18,000 tons of dog mess littered the streets.
Dogs can hear sounds that are ultrasonic.If a dog suddenly pricks up its ears and becomes alert for no apparent reason, he may have detected bat or rodent sounds that are not heard by us.
Aggression in dogs is one of the most common problems that prompt dog owners to seek professional assistance.

Fun Corner

Bites ‘n Bites (above)

A collection of facts, quotes and trivia for dog lovers of all ages that is sure to be the highlight of the Fun Corner. Manually navigate through the collection or leave it to play as a screen show.

Scrapbook Gallery

Pictures are worth a thousand words!
Follow this link to see pictures of all the dogs that have touched and will continue to touch our lives, here at Keshet.

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Downloads

An animation/video here, a cute picture there… share free downloads with your dog loving friends and family to put a smile on their face.

Downloads Page

Puzzles & Games

Whether for entertainment value or educational purposes, have fun with word and mind games about man’s best friend.

Downloads Page

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Mosaic

A Mosaic compiled from a collection of pictures used throughout the Keshet Kennels/Rescue website. Click on a photo to be directed to the image’s original page.

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Year View Calendars

Published annually, these free At A Glance calendars feature residents of Keshet Rescue.
Monthly view Jewel Case Desk Calendars are also available for purchase from the Keshet Store.

Downloads Page

Fun Corner

Bites ‘n Bites (above)

Scrapbook Gallery

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Downloads

Puzzles & Games

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Mosaic

Year View Calendars

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