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| | From:  jackiendaisy (Original Message) | Sent: 9/1/2003 11:07 PM |
FACTS ABOUT DOGS The DOMESTIC DOG (canis familiaris) is considered the first domesticated animal dating back to the cave man era. It is believed that its direct ancestor is the wolf of Europe, Asia, and North America. Remains of a dog estimated to be 10,500 years old have been found in Idaho. |
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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 |
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Dogs that chase cars have learned that cars run away. This behavior is reinforced each time he chases one away. |
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Never wake a sleeping dog by poking or shaking it. |
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Dogs are perfect companions. They never quarrel, fuss or fight with you, and they listen with great interest any time you speak in their direction. |
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It could be that dog is man's best friend because a dog can't understand what man is saying. |
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A dog's smile runs from the depth of his eyes to the tip of his tail. |
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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. |
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Dogs love rituals and routines. |
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Anyone who says he works like a dog obviously doesn't own one. |
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Staring directly into the eyes of a strange dog may be interpreted as a challenge and may actually encourage the dog to bite you. |
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Dogs and cats turn in circles before lying down because in the wild this instinctive action turns long grass into a bed. |
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When walking your dog, put a few plastic bags in your pocket; they make great "scoopers". Slip one over your hand, pick up the pile, flip it inside out, tie and discard. |
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The time to start teaching your dog to sit and stay is the day you bring her home. |
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a dog who likes to watch TV will eventually learn to control the remote and switch the TV to whatever channel he/she prefers to watch while you are in the other room on the computer did you know that a dog can pick out which canned food they want for that day if you ask them. jean luc gets a choice between two every day and he always chooses the one he wants. if i choose it for him, he may not eat it until i put a piece of bread in it or green beans on top.  |
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