The process of birthing puppies is called "whelping."
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A Russian dog named Laika was the first animal in space, traveling around Earth in 1957.
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Analysis of the dog genome demonstrate only 4 major types of dogs: "Old Lineage Dogs," "Mastiff-type Dogs," "Herding Dogs," and "Modern Hunting Dogs."
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The oldest dog on record was a Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey, who lived to be 29 years and 5 months old.
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The Beatles song "A day in the Life" has an extra high-pitched whistle, audible only to dogs. It was recorded by Paul McCartney for the enjoyment of his Shetland sheepdog.
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Puppies are born deaf and cannot hear until they are about 21 days old. The young are born small, blind and helpless and require a long period of parental care.
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Female wolves have been known to travel great distances to regurgitate full meals for their hungry pups.
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President Lyndon Johnson had two beagles named Him and Her.
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Obesity is the top health problem among dogs.
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Dogs don't enjoy being hugged as much as humans and other primates. Canines interpret putting a limb over another animal as a sign of dominance.
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The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world.
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The grief suffered after a pet dog dies can be the same as that experienced after the death of a person.
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A puppy is born blind, deaf, and toothless.
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Service dogs are recognized in the U.S. as "necessary medical equipment."
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