10 Hilarious and Little-Known Facts About Man's Best Friend

February 2, 2023

Dogs are more than just cute, cuddly companions – and there’s much we still don’t know about our furry pals. If you're a dog lover, get ready to be amazed by these 10 little-known facts about man’s best friend that will leave you scratching your head.

1. Dogs Can Snore Louder Than Humans

Some dogs can snore louder than an adult man. If you're having trouble sleeping at night, it might not be your partner’s snoring that’s keeping you awake!

2. Dogs Can Smile

Yes! Dogs can actually smile! If your pup puts on a toothy grin, you know they’re happy and content.

3. Dogs Can Lick Their Own Eyeballs

Yup, dogs have the ability to lick their own eyeballs clean. This may not be an appetizing thought, but you have to admit it’s pretty impressive!

4. Dogs Can See in Color

Contrary to what we’ve been told, dogs can see in color but their color vision is limited. Dogs see objects in shades of blue and yellow, which may be why they're not impressed with that bright red dog dish.

5. Dogs Can Run Faster Than Usain Bolt

Some breeds of dogs, like Greyhounds, can run faster than the fastest man in the world, Mr. Usain Bolt. So if you’re out with your pup and need to make a quick getaway, just high tail it out of there!

6. Dogs Can Detect Pregnancy

Believe it or not, there is anecdotal evidence that some dogs can detect pregnancy in women by sniffing changes in their hormones. This isn’t out of the realm of possibility given that a dog’s sense of smell is at least 1000 times stronger than humans. If your pooch starts acting differently around you, you may want to take a trip to the pharmacy!

7. Dogs Can Recognize Their Own Reflection

Dogs can recognize their own reflection and may bark at themselves in the mirror. So if you catch your pup talking to himself in the bedroom mirror, now you know why!.

8. Dogs Can Count

Dogs have a basic understanding of numbers and can count up to five. So if you’re at the pet store with your pooch and they start giving you side eye, they may be shaming you for only picking out two of their favorite dog cookies!

9. Dogs Can Get Sunburned

Similar to humans, dogs with short hair or light-colored fur can get sunburned. If you're heading to the shore with your pup, make sure to apply some sunscreen on your pup before hitting the beach, or take a beach umbrella to provide some shade for you and your pooch.

10. Dogs Can Be Left or Right Pawed

Dogs can be left or right-pawed, just like humans, and their preference can give you insight into their personality. For example, male dogs are more likely to be a southpaw. Next time you're playing fetch, pay attention to which paw your pup uses to pick up the ball, or if they have any paw preference at all. You may know more about them than you thought!

These are just ten of the many fascinating and little-known facts about dogs. From their remarkable abilities to their incredible senses and intelligence, we still have much to learn about man’s best friend. So the next time you're out playing with your pooch, remember to take a moment to appreciate all the amazing things they are capable of!