Fun Facts
Fun Facts About Dogs!
- The dog was one of the first animals domesticated by humans.
- The world’s first dog show was held in Britain in 1859.
- The smallest mature dog was a Yorkshire Terrier that was 2 1/2 inches high at its shoulder.
- The tallest dog ever was a Great Dane who stood 41 inches high.
- As of 1977 the American Kennel Club recognized 121 breeds of dog.
Siberian Huskies have been used to herd reindeer in Siberia for 3000 years. - The Chihuahua is the smallest breed in the world.
- Rin Tin Tin was the first American dog movie star and signed his own contracts for 22 movies with a pawprint.
- Dogs do not have an appendix.
An adult dog has 42 teeth. - George Washington had 36 foxhounds, and one was named Sweetlips.
- Dalmation puppies are pure white at birth.
The only sweat glands a dog has are between the paw pads.