all about dogs
What animal did the dog evolve from?
wolves
13-16 hours a day
Do you know what collies were bred for?
Dogs' can only see in black and white, True or False
False, they can see green, and yellow but not blue-red colors
Do you know what sea otters do to not drift apart from each other?
They hold hands
What does a wagging tail usually mean for dogs?
that they're happy!
Many cats tend to make this vocal sound when they are happy, anxious or comfortable, what sound do you think it is?
Purring!
fun fact: Petting a purring cat can lower human blood pressure and stimulate our bone growth!
What are huskies most known for within the job variety?
Sledding! huskies are also one of the breeds that looks most like a wolf
Cats share significant DNA with tigers
True, cats share 95.6% of their DNA with tigers
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
Which dog is born completely white and later gains spots?
The dalmatian dog
What is the largest (house) cat breed?
Maine coons, they can grow up to 2 feet tall and weigh up to 25 pounds.
Can you name a breed that would work in mountain rescues?
Newfoundland, Saint Bernard and Border Collies are the most common. other dogs are Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Great Pyrenees, and Labradors
Can I give my dog chocolate?
What is the biggest animal?
Blue whales
Every dog has a unique nose, which facts are true?
(a). each dog nose has it's own unique print just like our fingerprints
(b). they can sense thermal radiation with their nose
(c). they have a special organ called vomeronasal to smell our pheromones
(d) all of the above!
the answer is (D) all of these facts are true, the dog nose is truly amazing
What's a common treat that gives cats the zoomies?
Catnip
What do detection dogs do?
They can sniff out Bedbugs, cancer, low blood sugar, and anxiety
Cats have 2 eyelids
False, they actually have 3. their outer eyelids, the top eyelids and inner corner eyelids that are rarely seen, a pink membrane.
How long can a cockroach live without it's head?
up to a month because they breathe out of tiny holes (spiracles) in their body
Can you guess the oldest dog to live? (you will get this point as long as you're within 2 years of the proper age)
The oldest dog to live was an Australian cattle dog named Bluey who lived to be 29 years and 5 months
What does it mean when a cat slowly blinks at you?
They're showing affection for you! much like how humans hug friends
Most common breed in the K-9 unit?
German Shepherds
Cats can't taste sweetness
True, they are often about sweet smells but they lack the receptors to taste sugar which is why they mainly eat meats
How long can a sloth hold their breath
40 minutes, that's longer than dolphins!