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Dog Facts
100

This breed was bred for hunting badgers. 

Dachshund

100

This is a term for life threatening conditions in large breeds that effects their stomach. 

Bloat

100

This childrens TV show dog always saves the day in Adventure Bay

Chase - Paw Patrol

100

These dogs assist individuals who are visually impaired

Guide Dogs

100

Dogs sweat primarily through this part of their body.

Paw
200

This breed has been the most popular breed in the US for several years.

Labrador Retriever 

200

This tick borne illness can cause joint pain and fever in dogs.

Lymes Disease

200

This loyal collie was famous for rescuing Timmy from trouble.

Lassie

200

Dogs trained to detect narcotics or explosives rely heavily on this powerful sense.

Smell

200

A group of puppies is called this. 

Litter

300

This elegant hunting breed is also known as the “grey ghost”.

Weimaraner

300

This vaccine protects against kennel cough

Bordetella

300

This Saint Bernard starred in a 1992 family comedy film.

Beethoven

300

Border Collies are especially known for excelling at this farm job.

Herding

300

This is the only breed with hair instead of fur and is often used in dog shows for elaborate grooming styles

Poodle 

400

This breed was developed in German for herding sheep and assisting the military. 

German Shepard

400

This dental disease is caused by plaque and tartar buildup and can lead to tooth loss.

Periodontal disease

400

This cartoon Great Dane solves mysteries with his human friends.

Scooby Doo

400

This breed is used in water rescue operations because of their size

Newfoundland

400

As adults dogs have approximately this many teeth 

42

500

This breed is known for its black tongue.

Chow Chow

500

This hormone disorder, common in middle-aged dogs, can cause weight gain, lethargy, and hair loss.

Hypothyroidism 

500

This U.S. President’s dog, a Scottish Terrier, was named Fala.

Franklin D Roosevelt

500

These dogs are used in avalanche rescues because of their size and endurance.

St. Bernard

500

This breed is the fastest of them all.

Greyhound